A busy few days ...

What a crazy few days it has been. Last week's activities have been well chronicled so I won't bore you with more details. This week just flew by and I managed to stay busy almost every day!

Wednesday I had my two year doctor's appointment and went to Dad's office for a bit before seeing Shamrae and Barbara at Mercy. He has cool toys (which seems odd for a man his age) so I always enjoy my time at Flynn Wright. Everyone there is really friendly, too ...

... Grant's Mom Mara showed me some cool things on her computer.

Thursday was pretty uneventful but Friday was the start of a really fun weekend! Papa, Grandma Kathy, Uncle Eric and Grandma Maggy all came to my school to watch my very first holiday program! While they were there I showed off some of my art, the bathroom in my classroom and introduced them to my teachers.

During the program I tried really hard to stay in rhythm but forgot to sing. Oh well ...

... lots of my friends were there to pick up the load.

It seemed like there were a million people in the crowd but the six people I cared most about were proud of my performance and that made me really happy!

Saturday was my birthday party. Continuing the "Month of Pierce" theme, Mom and Dad threw a great party. Here is Grandma Kathy warming up to decorate my cake. Notice her "game face".

Ta da! Awesome!

After everyone arrived we headed to the basement and I just about ran out of places to put all the presents! Grandma Maggy got me a wind-up flashlight and that was a whole lot of fun to play with.

I also got a kitchen set from Grandma and Grandpa Houston. I used my new toy to make sure everyone had lots of coffee the rest of the weekend.

Mom and Dad got me my own table. It will be perfect for playing tractor and drawing.

I had several entries for this year's birthday quiz. The questions were pretty hard so I gave everyone plenty of time to fill out their sheets.

We had an upset this year ... Uncle Eric knocked Papa out and won the very special, limited edition prize!

After the gifts and quiz it was time to eat ...

... and play with my balloon cow. Thanks Mom and Dad!

Yeah!

Cake!

After the party I was able to play with my new toys on my new table while Papa supervised.

Today the fun continued with the Houston family Christmas. Jeepers, it's been a GREAT couple of weeks!

Grandma Kathy and Papa got me a laptop! Now I don't have to borrow Mom and Dad's!

Merry Christmas to everyone! Safe travels and joyous days.

Love,

Pierce

Picking up where we left off ...

So, the last time I blogged it was the morning of my birthday. Things were looking really, really good. A donut and chocolate milk for breakfast, a party at school, etc.

Well, no worries, I had an awesome day! I got home and not only did I have birthday cake but there were presents to open!

Chocolate!

Friday after school, I got even MORE presents and cards!

We got some snow Friday night! I forgot how cold it was! Saturday morning Mom, Dad and I loaded up and headed to school for "parent's day out". (I didn't want to tell them, but it is actually more like "Pierce's day out" because I avoided all the shopping and running around they had to do.)

It was a fun party day at school and I enjoyed hanging out with my friends and not being so structured. I mean, I like calculus and my Japanese language class, but there are times when you just want to play with paper and the dinosaurs.

Look what I made! Wow, I'm really skilled!

Yum ... lolly-pop!

Grandma Maggy stopped by this morning between church services to hang out and relax. She was part of a choir and orchestra that put on an amazing performance. I was glad to help her chill out between sets.

After her visit we went to Hyperion for the Santa Brunch. I "rested my eyes" on the way to make sure I was as fresh as I could be for this important meeting.

The Santa Brunch was cool. Not only did I get to see the Kennedy and White families, I was able to fill up on blueberries, strawberries, waffles and chocolate milk before meeting "the big guy".

Dad carried me and Mom helped secure the perimeter as we approached. I offered (and Santa accepted) my toy backhoe as a peace offering. It felt like we had a good, productive visit.

Santa was okay. He seemed a bit too enthusiastic for me but hey, he's jolly and all so I guess that's what I should have expected. I do look forward to working on our relationship in the coming years. (In case you're curious, I did get my toy backhoe returned.)

Remember when I teased everyone about a special contest for my birthday? Well, if you feel like you're up on Pierce trivia and want to enter, please e-mail me at PierceBirthdayContest2010@gmail.com to request a quiz. (Your request must be received by Midnight, Wednesday, Dec. 15.)

I'll send questions Thursday morning and you'll have until Midnight, Friday, Dec. 17 to submit your answers. The winner will receive a special, limited edition custom birthday t-shirt designed by my friends at Little Bird Design Boutique. (There were only two of these made and I'll be wearing one during my party, so this prize is pretty special.)

All judges decisions are final. Void in Alaska and Hawaii. Winner is responsible for any/all appropriate taxes. Consult your tax professional to determine tax liability.

Have a great week, everyone!

Pierce

I'm two!

I just wanted to post early this morning and thank everyone for their well-wishes! I got a call from Uncle Matt and Aunt Emily last night, Grandma Kathy and Papa as well as Grandma Maggy today and will have a party at school, too! Wow ... being two rocks!

I even got a special birthday donut this morning!

Tonight Mom, Dad and I are going to one of my favorite restaurants and the celebration will continue on the 18th with my "real" party. The week after that even is Christmas! (I'm starting to think the month of December is really the month of Pierce!)

A delayed post ...

Sorry dear readers ... it's been a hectic few days. This will be a very quick update as a new week has already begun and I intend to do a better job reporting in the coming days.

This past Saturday we took a family trip out for breakfast and then to the grocery store. I got to drive the cart and that was fun but it took a long time and I got really bored.


Luckily when we got home I was able to stay busy helping to put some finishing touches on the Christmas decorations.


There was a particular ornament that had been bothering me so I was glad to get it straightened out.

Sunday Dad and I went to an Iowa Energy game while Mom was at a baking party.

We sat in the Flynn Wright seats and the action was intense!

I really liked the basketball game but we didn't stay very long ... I had other things I wanted to do.

Until next time ...

Pierce

Pumpkin Pie x 4

Gobble, gobble y'all!

What a great week I had.

Tuesday was Thanksgiving dinner at church. (Pumpkin pie serving #1.)

Wednesday was a parent's lunch day at school so Mom and Dad joined Lindsay and me for a traditional Thanksgiving meal. I was very excited to have guests at school and really had a lot of fun. (Pumpkin pie serving #2.)

Thursday was the actual holiday so Mom, Dad, Grandma Maggy and I went to Hyperion for their brunch. No cooking. No cleaning. No fuss. I used my silverware and put the napkin in my lap like a big boy. (Pumpkin pie serving #3.)

We're stuffed! (Do you like my new smile? I'm trying a few out and think this one has real potential.)

The biggest mirror I've ever seen.

That afternoon we hung out at home. I took a nap, watched videos and entertained. Mom, Dad and Grandma watched an old movie and caught up.

Later I helped Mom and Dad put up the tree. Santa, here it is!

Mom said that I needed to "stay on Dad" to make sure he did his job right. I hope this is what she meant.

Friday was Mom's birthday so after she got home from an early morning trip to the store (3:30 a.m. at Kohl's?! Really Mom?!) Dad and I showered her with attention and tokens of affection. She seemed pleased.

Then, we piled into the car and headed south. Uncle Eric was hosting the Houston Thanksgiving and birthday celebration. Grandma Kathy and Papa were there, too! (Pumpkin pie serving #4.)

I couldn't believe it but Uncle Eric saved all his toy farm stuff. He had the coolest buildings I'd ever seen. Bins. Silos. Trucks. Tractors. Cows. Jeez ... he has the best toys ever!

Not only was there a table set up in the living room to farm but Papa, Uncle Eric and I set up a cow/calf operation on the kitchen table. Papa told me how to call the cows from the pasture ...

Saturday morning was pretty quiet and mellow. Ahhhhhh ... Grandma lap naps ... ahhhhhh ...

After lunch Uncle Eric's kitchen faucet broke so I helped Papa figure out what we needed to do to fix it ...

... off to Home Depot, men!

Once we finished shopping everyone decided a trip to the playground was in order. Continuing our manly adventures Uncle Eric and I dug in the dirt.

I also spent a lot of time on a big, tall slide.

Last stop? That barn! Can you believe it?! The park had a barn!

This morning we said our goodbyes and headed home. Before Des Moines we made a stop in Chariton and I got to see Great Grandma Margaret and Great Grandpa Jack. They are so cool. We had an awesome visit.

I even got to show off my combine. (I think he was jealous.)

That's it for now ... I hope everyone had a super Thanksgiving and is looking forward to all the parties and fun that the next few weeks will bring.

Cheers!

Pierce