Happy Birthday Cameron!

Our little Z Cameron is 3.   I think he had a pretty good day, he got balloons, a nap, new beyblades, and superhero capes.  Grandma and Grandpa W gave him a cool dump truck, and Grandma and Grandpa H gave him money.  It was a fun day!

Paige's first day of school

I know I am really behind but a week after the kids started school Paige started Kindergarten.  She was so excited and ready to start until she got there :(  So hard for a mom to leave their crying child at school.  She was hanging on to my leg and I was trying to reassure her she would be fine while wrestling with Chloe and Cameron.  Jason just had to be out of town.....I love her teacher she just scooped her up and said bye mom.  Of course by the time I got to the car I was in tears, and then anxious the whole time till it was time to pick up all the kids.  She ended up having a great time and came out with a huge smile on her face.  I am so grateful for such great kindergarten teachers that so lovingly take care of shy/scared kids.  She loves school and hasn't had a problem really since then.  

Surprise!

My mom turned 60 this year, (on September 1st) so we (Andrea, Amy, Kim, Lori and I) decided that we wanted to throw her a surprise party.  My mom is one of the most selfless people I know.  She does so much for everyone else and we decided that she deserved to be completely spoiled for one night by family and friends.  (Sorry if we missed anyone we tried to invite everyone)  Luckily my dad was able to get mom out of the house and we were able to go on without any hitch.  We sure missed Amy and Mike but were glad that baby came and everything was alright.

Lori, and Kim were the master party planners.  We had 3 kinds of yummy soups, salads, and for dessert we made applesauce cake.  We like usual had way to much food, but having too much is better than not enough right?  I helped with the cake making, and spray painting of the centerpieces that were pictures of mom.  But the youngest did most of the work.   The weather decided not to cooperate and so the plan of having it in my parents backyard didn't work, but I think the church worked out just fine.    

Mom was surprised and hit my dad with her purse, and true mom fashion she started crying.  She is so loved and appreciated.  She is the best mom  ever, she makes beautiful quilts and pillowcases, and gives them away.  We love you mom!  We can't say thank you enough you are the best!

First day of school

We are at another new school this year.  This is Tanner's 4th and Kylie's 3rd school.  Fortunately for all of us we are done trying out new schools!  

So far the kids have loved everything about their school.  Tanner was pleasantly surprised to find out he already knew about 9 kids in his class including a cousin!  Kylie didn't know anyone in her class but has made quite a few friends already.  I am very pleased with their teachers and look forward to a great year!  

 Tanner started 3rd grade, and Kylie is in 2nd. 

We had a double thumbs up first day of school!