Books and Baseball

While Tayden was recovering from getting his tonsils removed, he decided to write a book. I love it so much I had to document it and share it with everyone. Or at least the three people that still read my blog. 

Geralds (the elephant) is eyeing a quarter. 

Gerald is now spotting a spider on his head. 

Gerald screamed so loud it blew Piggie upside down. 

They are also well enough to play baseball. The season started a few weeks ago, but because of the surgery, Tayden and Beckett just started today. They'll only play six games, but honestly, that sounds just about right for this mom. 

Our small town doesn't offer much in the way of uniforms, so we sure are happy to have our nice Texas hats to wear! 

Tayden struggled batting. Its machine pitch, and considering he has only had one practice on it, he didn't do well. In fact, he struck out both times he got up to bat. He was pretty bummed, but got a good out on first and got to play catcher, which was fun. So all in all it was a good game. 

Beckett got to play pitcher the first inning. He got 90% of the balls. In fact, he was so used to getting the balls, when one was hit to right field, he ran out to get it. He hit well off the Tee and had fun doing it. 

The highlight of the day for Tayden was coaching first base for Becketts team. He took the role very seriously and is convinced he is part of coaching staff. He told me that was the best part of the day and he thinks he'd like to be a coach or teacher when he grows up. I think he just likes to be in charge. 

Brothers hanging out at first base. 

We ended the day at the park for free lunch from the school district. I looked over to find Tayden pushing Cache on the swing. Tayden is such an amazing big brother and really looks after his little brothers. Sure, he teases them, but when push comes to shove, you better believe Tayden will always be there when they need him. The other day Kyle fell while I was in the bathroom. I came out to see Tayden rocking him and patting his back. Kyles little head was tucked in the crook of Taydens neck and his little hand was wrapped tightly around his shoulder. It was one of those moments that I just sat and watched, hoping to soak it up enough to never forget it. 

Its been a good week. The boys are healing and things are getting back to normal. We're excited to start our summer and enjoy the nice break from school!