Mommy says my brother is never coming out!

I guess the last two weeks of complaining about being pregnant have been heard by my 4-year-old son. Owen told his daycare mom, Sara, that he wants to see his little brother soon but mommy says he is never coming out! He drew a very accurate picture of mommy at Sunday School last week. It is definitely one I will be posting at graduation many years from now.

As for now, we are "patiently" waiting for our new little man to join the family. Owen has been practicing changing diapers, feeding and putting his doll to sleep. It is fun to watch how careful he is and how sweet he talks to the doll. I just hope these are indications of a smooth transition into big brotherhood.

Mud ..for Pete's Sake

Sunday was a cold, rainy day.......weather for the ducks they say ...or 4 year boys. Owen found a low spot in the driveway where is discovered the perfect mud puddle. He found if he got his bike in the right position he could make water and mud fly into the air (and all over his back). Not to worry I have lots of stain remover for his clothes. I managed to get a few great shots of his "boy moment".


Owen must think I use the restroom frequently in these last weeks of pregnancy as he announced today he thinks be may be having a baby since he has been going potty a lot.

Mimi visited this afternoon for a short while. Owen always asks her how long she can stay and she tells him not too long as it is a week night and she has to get home to see Papa. The first thing out of his mouth when she arrived tonight...."can you stay too long tonight Mimi?" Too cute.

Owen's newest catchphrase when he doesn't agree with something...."for Pete's sake." Not sure I know where this came from.

Will he be a pastor or an OB/GYN?

Owen has this memory that never fails. He began reminiscing about our cat, Chloe, who passed away almost two years ago. He informed me that she would be returning in two weeks. I told him no, she had died and would not be coming back. He argued God would be making her better soon and she would be back for sure. I smiled and he asked me if they were just sleeping. I again said no Chloe is not just sleeping. His response was no, not Chloe but God, was he sleeping. No, I said God doesn't sleep he watches over us all the time. Owen thought for a moment and responded with......"Well doesn't he get cranky?"

Owen sang at church on Sunday. He loves the songs he learns and apparently felt it necessary to stand at the front of the church give the audience the "ROCK ON" sign and began singing. What can I say, he is his father's son. At least he thinks JESUS rocks!

I often wonder what Owen will be become when he grows up. This opinon changes on a daily basis. Wednesday, however, I was convinced he would be an OB/GYN. Maybe he has gone with me to too many appointments lately, I don't know. Apperantly, while at daycare, Owen and his friend Jayna were playing Dr. with the baby dolls. He showed Jayna all the body parts on the babies calling them by their correct names. He didn't even hesitate to inform her of the difference between males and females. Oh, my! I hope she didn't suprise her parents last night with her new knowledge.

What a 4 year old thinks is lame and babies!

Last Thursday was lovely. I had the day off, Owen slept in (therefore so did I) he was a great listener all day, and took an awesome nap (again so did I)! Upon waking I thought it would be fun to surprise him with a yummy snack. I got out some crackers and topped them with his favorite "orange and white" cheese. We he ventured into the kitchen rubbing his eyes and yawning I told him I made him a treat and explained what was on the plate. He sighed, looked me in the eye and said, "crackers and cheese, that is lame". What does he think he should get after nap creme brulee!!??!

I was talking to my sister this morning and she inquired as to what Owen thought about the crib recently erected in his room. I simply asked him if he like the new crib for the baby .....his response....The crib in my room is NOT VERY COOL right not, but it will be cool when there is a baby in it. YEAH! Hope this means bringing home a new little family member won't cause too much drama.

God and things that are "necessary"!

A trip to Target always seems to bring out the boy in Owen. He insists on looking at practically every car known to man in the "truck aisle". He is promised a trip to this section if he behaves the entire time mommy is gathering the things we are in need of. As I was searching threw the rack of sunglasses Owen whips off his sweatshirt to reveal the most disgustingly dirty, cat hair covered, black shirt I have ever seen. I am sure my face was red with embarrassment. I immediately told him to put his sweatshirt back on. He responds by looking me right in the eye and saying "Mom, is that really necessary?" Of course there was an audience present, like usual. I am sure they all wondered where my child comes up with the things he says. I would have responded to their questions by saying "that is Owen"!

As we were driving home from Target he begins to question me on what I would do with a bad guy. I guess this superhero thing is really getting to him. I asked him what he would do and he responded by saying he would hurt them. I told Owen we never hurt anyone. He then told me God would take care of the bad guys. I instantly agreed. This led into his constant questions about God. Here are a few of the 20 some he asked. What color is God? Does he wear a coat? What color is his coat? Where is he right now? How can he be in the van if I can't see him? How did he get into my heart? Anyone else have children who ask so much? As you can see he has lots of questions. I answered them all to best of my ability, but I fear in another 5 years he may ask me questions I cannot answer! Knowledge is power.

Superheros and Athletes

Let it be known.... Owen's fireman pants (his snow pants) serve more then one purpose. These brown, water-proof, bottoms are also part of his "Superhero" attire. Yes, coupled with a red pair of underwear and nothing else, these superhero pants make him incredible. He showed us precisely how he has fist power, kick power and jumping power. Stay out of this hero's way he is tough. And when it is time to turn back into plain old Owen, he makes a quick switch behind the couch. AMAZING!

Just when you thought Owen was out of ideas another one enters his busy brain. While playing downstairs this afternoon Owen developed a new game he refers to as "Broom Volleyball". He was not specific on the details of his new game but he informed Paul he was not allowed to participate in his "school" activity. Apparently, his entire class was downstairs with him making a mess which he stated "they" needed to clean up.

"Out of the mouth of babes"

Popcorn for Dinner

What an exciting week for the Korbel family. Paul's brother, Daniel(AKA Boon) and his wife, Tiann welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world on Wednesday. Tavia Lynn is adored by her big cousin Owen. He couldn't stop telling everyone how "cute" she was. Once Owen had the chance to hold the little baby he gave her all kinds of kisses. I hope this fasination holds true when his baby brother is born in May. Tavia began to give us the sure sign she was ready for dinner and I informed Owen he needed to give the baby back to Tiann so she could feed him. Owen didn't miss a beat when he suggested the popcorn on the shelf behind may cure her hunger. Little did he know that babies do not endulge in his favorite snack. Nonetheless, he provided the family with another good laugh.

Fireman Owen

Owen announced to us that he is a fireman today. Dressed in only underwear and snow pants with his pack (or in this case his backpack) on his back he made a dramatic entrance into the living room after dinner this evening. He gave us a good laugh for sure. The whole underwear only is what kills me. I fear he may rather be featured in a "fireman calendar" someday. OH MY!

Becoming a Girl??????

So anyone who has met Owen knows he has a great ability to "think outside the box". This last week at daycare he informed Sara, his daycare provider, that he wants to be a girl. Apparently he was mislead by another child into believing you can only play with girls if you in fact are a girl. Anyway, Sara questions how Owen will achieve this goal and he proceeds to tell her he will need a "magic wand". Sara then asks Owen where he might find such a tool. He thinks for a moment (it doesn't take Owen long to come up with an answer) and says the following, "Duh, Sara we get "magic wands" from where all the magic comes from....HEAVEN!" He then informs her she should get on the phone to make some calls to see if there are any flights to Heaven. Sometimes I think Owen knows more then we do.