Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Riding Lessons

I suppose that my ultimate goal these days is to completely exhaust both of my sons. This morning Jake asked if we could go "ride car city" so hey, my internet connection was dead, so why not. We headed to the aquarium, then to a really neat toy store where both boys got new toys. Jake got a fort building kit and Manny got a ride-along toy. Then we went to the organic grocery for lunch and home.

Only a couple of hours after getting home it was time for Jake's horse riding lessons. He did really well, although he only wants to stay on the horse when it is moving (who wouldn't, the alternative is hitting the ground, I guess). He was a bit whiney, but she said he did a lot better than a lot of kids his age who sometimes cry their entire first lesson. We will try different approaches, and more variety than just walking in circles. His favorite part was giving Red cookies. Oh, and the helmet, he couldn't get enough of the helmet. I'm hoping its something he enjoys for a long time...the riding lessons, not the helmet.

When we were done he politely handed his helmet back to Crystal and said "Thank you" in words and sign.

He's asleep in his room now, worn out from a long day.