Bantam wrestling started in the last month, and I debated whether or not to sign you up. I finally decided that I wouldn't since you didn't seem too interested and sign ups were going on when your dad was out of town ;) It wasn't that I didn't want you to wrestle, I just knew that your dad was going to be out of town off and on and the thought of hauling you to practices a couple times a week plus tournaments was a little daunting - especially since you weren't exactly jumping at the opportunity. Well, your dad decided to take you to practice one day and after that you were excited about it. You wouldn't warm up with them, but when you saw that you could wrestle your buddy Kasthon Kabonic you had a good time. The next practice, though, I had to take you, and it didn't go so well. I had Ty with us, the wrestling room was crowded, and you would NOT get out on the mats with other boys to warm up. I was so confused because you seemed so excited! Then when they paired off to start to wrestle and you realized you were going to be paired up with someone taller than Kashton, it was a no go. I took you out of there kicking and screaming (who was kicking and who was screaming?), and that was that. We went to Quade Man's tournament in Hurricane that weekend, and I'm pretty sure that solidified your decision to not wrestle. I'm with you buddy. In the end your dad and I decided we would try again next year if you wanted to. We want you to try new things buddy, but if you don't like them - no sweat! We just want you to TRY. I know I've told you this in letters before, but don't be afraid of trying new things just because you might look stupid or might not know as much as the next person. We're just proud of you for trying! (and looking very much forward to t-ball this year!)
Since the time change a couple days ago you and Tessa have been running the show at night. I know it is so hard to go to bed on time when it is still light on time, but I was determined to have you go to bed at least by 7:30 by the end of this week. By that time of the day my fuse is so short I NEED the two of you to be in bed so I don't blow up, so it really is in your best interest too! Well last night I thought I had you 2 all straightened out. I let you stay up and play together in Tessa's room until 8 (8!) and then told you to go to your room and get in bed and go to sleep. I went to our room to work and about 20 minutes later Tessa walked in. I could tell something was all over her and thought it was marker and started to laugh in spite of being upset she was still awake. Then she said, "Logan colored all over me!" Sure enough you guys had been in the bathroom and dug out an old lipstick from seriously probably 10 years ago (I think the last time I used it was Halloween my freshman year in college - who knows why I still had it!), and you had colored all over Tessa's face and HAIR. In the process you got dark red lipstick all over her floor, a book, the door, the walls, and actually I'm still finding places where there are smudges of lipstick.
Yep, that's Tessa's princess book. I had to get another shot to be sure we would always know this was indeed a princess book...
Awesome. After scrubbing lipstick out of the carpet for 30 minutes, I definitely needed that smile!
So this morning I woke you both up at 5:30 a.m. (that was 4:30 a.m. just a few days ago!), and told you to go play since you couldn't watch TV. It was a LONG day, but after school, the park flying kites (run Logan, run!), a breakdown where you asked me to let you live with Kashton's mom and then begging for forgiveness as I started packing your overnight bag, and some more time outside (to get a break from me, you said), you and Tessa are now both asleep and have been since 7:20 p.m. Success? I think so.
Another bright spot in the day? Your teacher came out to the car today as I pulled in to pick you up to tell me that she thought you were the student who had made the most improvement in your handwriting this year AND that you are reading really well. The handwriting I was a little surprised about (start at 2 o'clock Logan, 2-O-CLOCK!), but I have been so impressed with your reading. In fact, you read your whole book tonight all by yourself with only a little bit of help on the word "much." I am so, SO proud of you and how well you continue to do in school.
With all your "I hate you"s and wanting to live with a "nicer" mommy, I know you love me, and it is so sweet to feel a love like the love a little boy gives his momma. Thanks for that buddy.
Mom
2 comments:
Logan, Logan, Logan you are growing up so fast. You are becoming a great kid. Just remember to follow your heart and put yourself out there a little bit. You will succeed because you have a lot of support behind you. Love you Tons and Tons.
Growing up is hard, Buddy, no one can tell you different! And even though it is hard, we can do hard things, and when we do it comes with a great feeling. I know it's hard to adjust to a new schedule and a new brother, and life in general, but remember that your mom and dad (though they may drive you crazy) love you SOO much and they just want to help you as much as they possibly can. So, take your "breaks" and use that incredibly smart head of yours to find a way to make the hard times easier. I hope that you can find some activities that you like, and if you decide that wrestling is one of them you can bet your Uncle Joe will always be around to give you some pointers! We love you tons Buddy!
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