Playing Beauty Shop

Last night, Allyson decided to play "beautician". I first found a clump of curls on the floor, and thought it was doll hair, but soon found out it wasn't. This was what I found in the garbage. (at least she was neat!)














This was the result of her beautician skills.














After about 30 minutes of crying - from her - after she found out that we would have to cut her hair short, we finally decided it would be okay with short hair - after much consoling and reminding that hair would grow back.
Thanks to Aunt Jess for helping us out with our hair emergency!
I like the end result. I wouldn't have made the decision on my own - but it turned out very cute!

Potatoes and Fishing

The kids helped Grandpa Rick dig up the potatoes that they helped plant this Spring. Grandma cooked some up for dinner - Yum!





















































Last Sunday, Grandpa Rick invited the kids to go fishing with him. We were so excited. Grandpa, daddy and the kids went out, and grandma and mommy joined them a little later.




























I couldn't resist putting this picture {look at Allyson - she is sitting on an overturned bucket with her legs crossed and her arm on her hip}














Grandma helping Caden














Tyler caught some fish!














Grandpa helped Allyson catch a fish...






































In all, we caught 8-9 fish - then released them.
Thanks for an awesome afternoon Grandpa!

Afternoon Picnic

On Fridays, I get off work before noon to pick up the kids from school, and then I am done for the day. Last week, we came home and had a picnic.
It was fun to sit under the umbrella and eat.

What we've been up to...

It has been a little while since I have posted. Wow!
Here are a few things we have been up to, besides school and work.
Here the kids are playing "soccer" with daddy.


























We went to my Grandpa and Grandma V's house for Sunday dinner. After lunch Grandpa and the great grand kids had fun with rocket balloons.

































The kids love school. They are doing great and learning so much! They enjoy going to preschool every morning, Monday through Friday. I can tell by Thursday evening/Friday morning, they are getting tired (little things turn in to major things.)

1st Day of Preschool!

Today was the first day of Preschool. Both Caden and Allyson did awesome! They told me I didn't have to bring them in, I could just drop them off by the door and they could find their way in.
I did bring them in (more for my peace of mind) and they ran right to their lockers, hung up their backpacks, and ran right to their room! They didn't need me. They were so excited for school to begin. No tears from anyone!
When we got home, they both had to share what they did today... they "watched a movie in the principal's office about the 3 little pigs" (in the gym they watched something about the 3 little pigs on a big screen). They also got to play "bolleyball and basketball at recess in the gym" (because it was rainy). They were disappointed because preschool wasn't all day and they had to go to daycare in the afternoon. They are so excited to go back tomorrow!






































I have a funny story to share. We have been talking about what we want to be when we grow up. Caden wants to "work at Tye's dentist and fix teeth" and Allyson "wants to work there too - but watch the prize chest".
Allyson also told me this morning as we were pulling into the parking lot to school "when I get done with this school, I want to go to college." Wow - I will remind her of that in the years to come! She didn't even have 1 day of school down and already she wanted to go to college! Aim for the stars!

Preschool

We attended an open house at the kids new school last evening. The kids were so excited to see their new school and meet their teacher. What a great opportunity for the kids to find their room, find their lockers, and put their school supplies away. Their teacher this year is Mrs. Moser. She is super nice! I can tell that we are going to have a great year. We have preschool in the morning, and then go to daycare in the afternoons.

Playing with Friends

Last weekend, we enjoyed playing with friends. It was sooo hot and humid that the kids enjoyed playing in the sprinkler.




























Look at those 3 handsome boys! (This one's for you Carey!)














Allyson loved getting pampered with a manicure!














After lunch, they enjoyed some down time while watching Race to Witch Mountain.

Picnic

The night before Chad, Amy and Chandler went back home, we had a picnic at Grandma Mary's house. It was a beautiful evening!
Blowing bubbles while supper is on the grill.














Sitting with Daddy




























Playing soccer with Chandler














Watching a video of Aunt Tami driving truck.




























Roasting marshmallows.














Grandpa Wayne won for best roasted marshmallows - mmm - perfectly gooey!



















Playing PS2 with Chandler

Fun Friday!

Friday, we enjoyed spending the day with Chad, Amy and Chandler. We went to the park to run around a little, and then the nursing home where Grandma Mary works had a "Happy Hour". She asked us to come and visit.
We enjoyed yummy treats and pop.















































Then we went to the swimming pool.
All the kids had a great time!

Growing Up

The other night, I found Allyson in the bathroom brushing her hair. She told me she was getting ready for dance camp. "I brushed my hair (and made it wet) and brushed my teeth!"
Where did my little girl go? You are growing up too quickly and becoming very independent!