Moving On...Moving Up

I decided that my MySpace blogs were not getting the treatment that they deserved, so I have moved up into the Big Leagues. Besides, how can I deny the friends that do not have a MySpace the pleasure of reading my insanity, and basking in all of the sunshine that eminates from my life????????????
Today my brother came back to Delaware after a long and trying tour overseas. I was overjoyed to finally see him today, and Jaxon was estatic. He couldn't believe how much Evie had changed in just 7 months. Hey, I see her everyday, and I can't get over how fast she changes.
So can I tell you how funny Jaxon is? That little man is never short on laughs, and he sure is entertaining. He knows just what to say to me to bring a smile to my face, and he sure is a charmer. Right now he is a professor of the Alphabet, counts to 20, and can name the first 20 presidents in order, just by looking at a picture of their face. He recognizes all of his letters and numbers, and will happily tell you the Pledge of Allegiance. He knows most of his shapes, all of his colors, and can even tell you what kind of change you have in your pocket!! Did I mention that he LOVES to read?? This boy will take a book and practically memorize it word for word. His newest favorite, "Are You My Mother?" by P.D Eastman. You can hand him the book and he will "read" it as he turns the pages. Obviously memorizing what is said with each picture. He also loves to watch his favorite shows, Yo Gabba Gabba, Little Bill and The Backyardigans. The newest one I am turning him onto is ni hao kai-lan, It teaches Manderin Chinese. And you know I have to listen to that stuff too, so I am learning as well!! I have to say, Nick Jr. does a great job with their shows, and they are pretty educational, as well as entertaining. But the Gold Star goes to Yo Gabba Gabba!! If you really want to watch a cool kids show...say no more. I showed all the girlfriends a few months ago what it was all about, because I had them all saved on the Tivo. We have enjoyed this one from the getgo, and Jaxon never tires of hearing from all of these funky characters. It encourages imagination, and teaches things in a playful way....Who wouldn't enjoy listening to songs like "Don't, Don't, DON"T bite your FRIENDS!!!" and "There's a party in my tummy". They have special guests all of the time, like Elijah Wood, who is hilarious dancing by the way, and Tony Hawk on a skate ramp. It also encourages dancing and movement, as well as music. But, by far my favorite is "Biz's Beat of the Day", Which has Biz Markie making all kinds of noises that only he can do. It gets 2 thumbs up from the Kopp's, and watching it actually makes you want to get up and Dancy Dance! I must admit, its a welcome change from "I love you, you love me....Stab me in the head with my fork.........