I was surprised to find a package in the mail today from my mother-in-law. I thought it was another school book she had sent for the kids (because she is just awesome like that). BUT, then I opened it and
Weekend of Changes
We had a relaxing weekend at home (well, most of us – Chris went on a solo road trip, but that’s another story), BUT it was full of changes. Just 15 minutes ago, Caleb lost his very first tooth! We
Swimming Lessons
Yes, we are done! We’re so anxious to get started but then after a month of lessons and entertaining Cami for 1 1/2 hours, I’m ready to be done. Emma did great and passed her level. Caleb opted to only
Nie Nie Day
Today is ‘Nie Nie Day‘. I first read about this tragedy on Design Mom and have been keeping updated as I feel so connected for some reason. Design Mom has stepped up and is hosting a silent auction today to
Summer Vacation, Take 2
Tuesday we got out of the house again – to a small zoo close by. I don’t know why but we’ve always been there during the ‘off-season’ so we’ve never enjoyed all the animals or the bonus features, like the
Summer Vacation, Take 1
Now that everyone else is finishing up their summer vacation, we are beginning ours! We did year-round homeschooling this year and somehow we got off track, thus only earning us 2 weeks of vacation, rather than 4. We are ready
‘Camp Rock’ Inspiration
Has anyone else been watching ‘Camp Rock’ since it came out on DVD last week? We received ours through Netflix and the kids won’t let me send it back. They have been inspired in different ways by watching it. Caleb
Mastering the Mushroom
We had the opportunity last night to watch the end of Caleb’s gymnastics practice and Hannah’s class. It’s always fun to see how they progress every session. When Caleb’s practice was over he asked his coach if he could bring
Fall is Coming!
Look what I found at the grocery store yesterday! I was surprised to see the fall things coming out already but realized it really is just around the corner. Of course, I bought 5 bags and we almost finished off
Anniversary Wrap-up
We had a great anniversary weekend. We actually went out . . . . by ourSELVES . . . . TWICE!!!! We rarely go out by ourselves so that’s a BIG deal! We had a friend come watch the kids