“Come look! I can do it, Mom!”
May 20, 2011 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, a day in the life
Tweet Not too long ago, we received a fabulous surprise for Noah. Well, we thought it would be Noah who would most enjoy the new Early Rider balance bike from TykeRider.com. Guess what, though? Noah and Ben did nothing but fight over this bike for days. Now Noah has it all to himself… Ben can [...]
An Afternoon at The Fountains
April 28, 2011 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, NOAH, a day in the life
Tweet Today was a beautiful Spring day here in our corner of the world. The sun was shining, there was a slight breeze, and the birds were chirping. A perfect kind of day. It’s only once a week that we have a full day to just play, so after some chores around the house, I [...]
It’s Ben’s Birthday!
January 31, 2011 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, a day in the life, celebrations
Tweet . . Happy 5th Birthday to our blondie! We love you so much and have enjoyed seeing you come out of your quiet shell these past few months… Can’t wait to walk alongside you as you learn and grow during this next year!
“This is the best pizza ever!”
September 13, 2010 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, JOSH, love it, recipe
Tweet Ben seems to think that the sourdough pizza we made tonight, inspired by my grandfather’s famous recipe, is the best pizza ever. Of course, everyone agrees, but I suppose Ben thinks it’s particularly good partly because he and Josh helped me make it. First, we toasted both sides of sourdough bread slices, covered in [...]
Pinkberry FroYo – Ben’s New Fave
April 14, 2010 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, Not-So-Wordless Wednesday
Tweet We had the opportunity to attend Pinkbery’s VIP Grand Opening in Sacramento, last week, and the kiddos had a blast. Once they got their frozen yogurt, that is! Boy, did Ben love his chocolate froyo! Visit more Wordless Wednesday participants at 5 Minutes for Mom, Extraordinary Mothers, and Angry Julie Monday. Visit Wordful Wednesday [...]
Ben Loves His Dino
March 24, 2010 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, Not-So-Wordless Wednesday
Tweet I checked on my babies the other night and found Ben holding his dinosaur’s hand. He really does love his mechanical friend, Monty! Visit more Wordless Wednesday participants at 5 Minutes for Mom and Extraordinary Mothers. Visit Wordful Wednesday participants at Angie’s Circus
Happy 4th Birthday, Ben!
January 31, 2010 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, celebrations, family life
Tweet Many hugs and kisses for my sweet and thoughtful, spunky blondie on his birthday! We love you, Ben!! Check out Ben’s first two years and year three – My, how he’s grown!
My Goofballs
January 13, 2010 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, JOSH, Not-So-Wordless Wednesday
Tweet Josh and Ben typically do not like having their pictures taken, so when I pulled my camera out today I was surprised that they both jumped up and started posing and goofing around! Such characters! Visit more Wordless Wednesday participants at 5 Minutes for Mom and Extraordinary Mothers. Visit Wordful Wednesday participants at Angie’s [...]
Found
December 18, 2009 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
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Tweet Last night, upon returning home from our date, Ray found Ben asleep in his dresser drawer. He had made himself a bed, and snuggled in, just after the babysitter tucked him in. Further proof that little guys can sleep anywhere!
HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY, BEN!!
January 31, 2009 by Christine - From Dates to Diapers
Filed under Ben, celebrations, family life
Tweet We love you, Buddy-Boo!!






















