The Challenges of Parenting Through Death
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The Challenges of Parenting Through Death

 

Poppa and Tony

I have been wrestling with this topic for quite some time now, but a recent event made my decision clear and came to the conclusion that I need to write on this topic. 

Now, many friends and family members have said time and again that they love the site, especially the pictures of the boys and being able to stay updated on how Tony and Enzo are doing. On the other hand, many have said they read some of the posts and do nothing but cry while doing so. 

Well, here is a warning; this is a post that will probably make you cry.

Enzo Can Walk; When He Wants To
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Enzo Can Walk; When He Wants To

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Earlier this week, Enzo decided that it was time to start walking without holding onto anything! Mommy and daddy coaxed him into taking steps by trying to reach the iPad. 

I know, parents these days! We coaxed him into crawling by making him chase after an iPhone that we kept moving out of his reach. Who said technology is bad for us? It helped teach our son how to crawl and now walk!!

As you can see in the video, Enzo took at least three steps, possibly four, before finally giving up. 

Tony and Enzo Surprise Uncle Pete at a Riversharks Game
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Tony and Enzo Surprise Uncle Pete at a Riversharks Game

Aunt Kathy decided a couple of months ago that she wanted to surprise Uncle Pete with a 30th birthday party at a Camden Riversharks game.

There were some 30 people at the party, including both Tony and Enzo. It was Enzo’s first baseball game. Tony went to a Phillies game back in 2013 for his first.

Tony Finally Warms Up to a Big Boy Bed
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Tony Finally Warms Up to a Big Boy Bed

Firetruck Toddler Bed

Saturday turned out to be the perfect day to put together the toddler firetruck bed that Nonna bought for Tony. 

Mommy and Nonna took Tony and Enzo to Palmyra Day, where the boys got to see real firetrucks and ambulances. Tony also got to play in some bounce houses. 

While everyone was out, I spent the morning putting together the firetruck bed and dismantling Tony’s beloved crib. 

When everyone returned home, Tony was told to stay downstairs while Nonna put the Paw Patrol sheets and comforter on the bed. 

Tony Can Ride a Bike All By Himself
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Tony Can Ride a Bike All By Himself

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It was just four months ago when Tony opened one last gift on Christmas morning. It was a gift bag with a bike helmet in it. Tony even said, “Hey, it’s a bike helmet. But, I don’t have a bike.”

He rode the bike, with help, a little bit that day. Then again a couple of other times on warm days throughout the winter, which there were not many. 

The next time he really had a chance to ride the bike was Saturday night after a long day at the shore. We came home from Ocean City, lit the chiminea, opened two Corona Lights, I lit a cigar and the boys enjoyed the warm weather.