Josh and Paul's newest toys!

I can't believe I haven't mentioned the two biggest boys newest toys! Josh found a steal of a deal on a '92 Ford Truck that met my criteria for him getting a truck (which was: it had to fit all of the family and it had to be automatic because I don't want to drive a stick...and [sheepishly] I don't know how to drive a stick). Anyway, he found this truck in really good condition for SUPER cheap. Other than the fact it's a Ford, Josh is pretty pleased with the whole thing. He's missed having a truck the last few years.





And Paul finally bought himself (with some help from Josh) his own guitar! He's been saving up for over a year and has been really diligent about it. After the tooth fairy came by last time with the whopping $5 bucks for the 4 teeth he had pulled, it put him at over $53! [Remember, my kids don't get allowance or anything yet, so it was really hard to save that much!] Anyway, his determination for saving was beginning to fade and so we decided it was time to go guitar shopping. We chose to purchase a quality guitar since we intend on really using it, so we went to Mike's Music (where Josh is a frequent customer) and Mike gave us the "good guy discount" and a super deal on this beautiful instrument. He even threw in a soft case and a handful of picks for the aspiring musician! The guitar has mother of pearl on the front and is in such good condition that I think Josh is the teensiest bit jealous! LOL





So, now Paul takes lessons every Sunday afternoon from Josh, and has to play with the guitar EVERY day. He's so excited. He already has it in his mind that the next thing he'll save for is a set of drums to help him build his own band. Yeah right. Mommy doesn't think so, Bud. LOL At least not until we have a sound-proof room for you to practice! :D