I told you it wouldn't take long

Where there's a will there a way!  Watch her go!

That was actually several days ago.  You should see her now!

First Day Of School

Tuesday was the first day of school! We usually eat healthy breakfasts on school days, but we made an exception for the first day of school.  So I present to you...

First Day Of School Extravaganza

(Otherwise known as Christmas Morning Extravaganza)

(Known to many as Monkey Bread but not around this house)

(It doesn't look as pretty as usual)

(But it tasted every bit as good)

And now....

One thousand forty-seven pictures of my first grader and fourth grader! 

(Parker insisted on a picture with Max)

I'm so proud of them!

Swim Party

We had a fun swim party with our Freeman friends.

Then Parker and Claire both spent the night at their house.  Of course, they had a ball!

Lucy Cate's First Birthday!

Lucy Cate turned one! She had a precious Dr. Seuss birthday party complete with the Cat in the Hat (who looked an awful lot like her Grammy).

We loved being able to celebrate with her!

New Wheels

Parker and Claire both got new bikes a while back.  Parker had finally decided that he wanted to learn to ride a bike.  He is probably a little older than average for learning, but if you know him at all then you know he has to decide for himself.  He's very cautious by nature, so it has been a scary thing for him in the past to just let go and try! When he finally decided he was going to do it, he did! Like it was no big deal! Love that sweet boy! 

Claire is very adventurous by nature and sure doesn't want her brother doing something that she can't do.  However, it's been a bit more challenging for her.  She's starting to get the hang of it and will be speeding off on her own with just a little more practice.  I'm so proud of both of them for trying and persevering!

Claire was also helping our neighbor ride his bike.

Before long, we had this scene in front of our house!

Lots of kids and lots of great neighbors!

Otherwise Known As The Best Day Of Their Lives

The Kona Ice truck came rolling by, and I know two kids who were beyond thrilled.

MIA

I'm sorry I've been MIA lately! I am just SO BUSY! I promise I'll be back soon.  I have tons of stuff to post, and I can't stand getting behind!