Two is closing in......

Two is closing in on us fast; we have about 3 weeks until Little H is officially 2. My oh my how the time has flown by. I do believe he is already entering the world of the "terrible 2's". Only because he tends to go to the ground when we take away the objects, that we didn't know he could reach, that could hurt him. He is like a magnet, he is magnetically pulled towards anything that could potentially hurt him. He has grown so tall and lean since last year around this time. I was telling my forever friend Tarrah today ( we've been friends since we were 4!), that the surfer shorts she bought him for his 1st birthday still fit him, but where they use to go down to about mid-calf; they are now above the knees!!! John put him in them yesterday and I was like "What shorts are those?" Then, it dawned on me, OMG those are from last year. It made me realize how tall he really is. At least he is getting good use out of the shorts!!!! Lets not forget the dog we bought Henry in January, thought she would be a nice addition to the fam, with hopes of the two of them becoming close. All it is right now, is Stella gives Henry a dose of his own medicine. Like his father, he can dish it, but he cannot take it. There has been many times where he is running to me all mad, because Stella took his toy from him. It is humorous. Well hope this finds everyone well.
Love you guys!

Starting him out young on *$!!

Daddy's Boy!!

Henry's Stella!

Okay, I had no idea!!!

I had no idea when I purchased Henry's first pair of Nike's, what it entailed. He does not take them off!!! He crys if you try,and if you try and if you try to put his old shoes on. If he does not have them on, he brings them to John or I and ask us to put them on. It is crazy and hilarous at the same time. Also, we bought him some "Big Boy" undies hoping to motivate him towards using the potty!! If we put them on and then try to dress him, before we know it the clothes are coming off, except the shoes!! They have to stay on!!

I am serious he does not take the shoes off!!!

Almost Two!!!!

I cannot believe we are about a month away from Henry being two years old. My how time flys!! Henry is changing more and more everyday. His newest word is "help" and boy does he ask for it A LOT!!!!! He is really doing and saying more and more things. Our newest thing is when he is in one of his "whining" moods and is crying over every little thing, we tell him to go to his room and cry it out. He waks down the hall crying, making sure we hear him, enters his room, belts out one more "I-want-to-make-you-feel-really-bad" whine and before we know it, he is playing happily in his room, like nothing was ever bothering him. I guess he just needs alone time. Don't we all!!!! He is really a sweet boy, if you stump your toe, he walk up, pats you on the back, and says "ok?" Or he will just randomly(unless he wants something) come up to you and give you a big hug and kiss. John is doing well, he has been really busy latley, I cannot wait until spring break, 4 days!!! We are trying to close on the house we currently live in, but as anyone knows, that is not a quick process. Weather has been beatiful and I hope this finds everyone in good spirits. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW PICS!!!

Family Update

The Bente Family is still doing well. Henry is getting so big. He is really turning into a little man. His vocabulary is improving on a daily basis, everyday he surprises us with something new. His favorite phrases are "I broke it", "yucky" "That's Cool", and "What are you doing?" Today Dad tickled his belly and Henry blurtted out "Hey, don't mess with my belly!" We broke into a roar of laughter!!! I know he is going to be a hand full when he gets older, he is going to have to learn that he cannot always get his way. I cannot believe he will be two years old in 2 months. My how time flies when you are having fun!! Hope this finds everyone in good health and high spirits!!!
With Love- Mandy

A Good Start to the New Year

So far it is a good year. Henry is 21 months today. I just cannot believe he will be two in April. John is still working for Electrofreeze and enjoying his job. I am still a Sophomore English Teacher at Cy-Ridge High School. Henry is growing so fast and everyday he does something unexpected or new. His favorite words is NO and COOKIE! It is adorable. Christmas was a blast this year, he was so excited when he opened gifts. He would say "Oh wow" or "Look at this." We are looking forward to a great year and I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year!