Haircuts, Heilshorn, Hugs, and Kisses

Dan, Calvin, Jack, and I had a great time at home in Fort Wayne last week. Here are some highlights of our time with the Rockes:

Haircuts:

The Rocke boys have gotten their hair cut in this location since I've known them. Calvin had his first turn with Uncle Ben last week. Ben was only in town for the weekend, and he used every second he had to love on our boys. Calvin didn't perceive Uncle Ben's haircut as a loving thing, but he will some day. There was much screaming, whining, and squirming.

I'm sure that Uncle Ben's repeated rides around the yard made up for any hard feelings, though.

And if that wasn't enough, allowing Cal to stick his filthy fingers into his mouth should cover the rest. Given that Ben does not like to share a glass with anyone, I'd say he loves our little Calvin quite a bit!

Heilshorn

Whenever Mart and her family come to visit us, we play this "pitch and catch" game with a hacky-sack. Basically you try to catch anything that comes within range and pass the ball so that others have a hard time catching it. Instead of H-O-R-S-E, it's H-E-I....you get the picture.

We all hate it when Dan wins, but he was the victor this time. I like to think it was because Alison and I (the favorites) were distracted by our boys who were running through the middle of the game chasing after the ball,....

Chasing after Mo (the cat) with a stick (Jackson),

And arguing over the push and ride racer (Calvin and Parker). Each only cared so long as the other was interested. This seems to be a theme Calvin is having when "playing" with all his friends lately. Ahhh, coveting sure doesn't need to be taught.

Jack, you just hung out sleeping, so we don't blame you for helping Daddy win. I'm sure you'll be plenty of a distraction next time we play, though!

Formerly known as Grandma and Grandpa's house. During our visit last week, Calvin started calling everyone by their "names." Grandpa's name seems to consistently be "Bop-pa." We think Grandma might be Ma-mom, but we're not totally sure yet.

I know Cal and Jack will be repeatedly asking us to go visit as they grow up. Cal had a blast walking around the yard, biking down the driveway, climbing onto/off of the deck, going to the park, etc.

Jack was a content little guy himself...not such a bad life to be given kisses and hugs all day!