VACATION

While the kids ventured to Dauphin Island with the rest of the family for a nice, relaxing vacation, JR and I stayed behind to work!!!! We painted the house, stained the deck, worked in the yard, worked in the garden, got new carpet, and much, much more. The kids came back nice and relaxed while we were pooped and ready to go back to work for a break.

The kids had a wonderful time at Dauhpin Island. The sea fishing was one of their favorite things to do and never get tired of hearing about catching the sand shark. The beach was also a favorite. I thought they would be tired of swimming, but that's not the case.

BALL SEASON

Well, another ball season has come and gone. This year, we had a Pirate and a Cardinal. The Cardinal's had an awesome coach this year and she learned a LOT about the sport. Not about winning or losing, but the fundamentals of how to play the game. THANKS, Bryan. Our little Pirate, well, I just don't know what to say about him. He's just a natural at sports. It's SO cute to watch all those little guys get out there and hit the ball and it's especially comical when they are fielding the ball. Our little Pirates didn't keep score, but our CARDINAL had an undeafeted season. She missed her last game because of vacation, but she will receive a really nice trophy and a medal. WAY TO GO!!!!!

Kendalyn's & Brennan's First Day of Summer School

I never thought the day would come where I would be putting my baby on a school bus and sending him off to school. Well, it did. For the record, I did NOT cry!!!! I'm sure the story is going to be different when he actually starts kindergarten. Of course, Kendalyn was ready to go. She picked her own summer school courses this year and picked all sports (that's my girl).

Pre-school Graduation

Brennan FINALLY graduated from Pre-School. It was held at a small theater near our house and each class performed a cute little skit. At the end, the older kids actually got to 'graduate.' Each was presented with a graduation certificate and a special achievement certificate from the year. Brennan received the most academically improved!!!! WOW...... It was very nice

Brennan's 5

It's that time of year again to share another year of Brennan's life. He turned 5 a few weeks ago and started Pre-K summer school on June 2nd. He absolutely HATES it and comes home every day and tells me how boring it is. SO...i broke out the bribery tool. So far it is working, but sure hope he outgrows it before his senior year or school is going to get rather expensive.

As you can tell, we certainly have our hands full. I can't believe he looks so much like JR (and acts like him too)

Kendalyn's 2nd Grade Awards Ceremony

JR and I attended Kendalyn's 2nd Grade Awards Ceremony this morning at 9am at her Elementary School. LOOK AT HER....SHE'S WEARING A DRESS!!!!! We are so proud of her. She received an Award for Art, an Addition Award, and a Subtraction Award. She also received a free ticket to Six Flags for reading this year. She would have had perfect attendance had she not jet-setted off to Michigan a few weeks ago. OH WELL...we'll try again next year.

Brennan's Tee-ball Practice 5/14/08

Brennan is now a PIRATE for the Parks and Rec Tee-ball season.

His first practice was last Thursday. He has practice every Monday at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 8:00p.m. which is absolutely ridiculous for little guys. We get home between 9:30 and 10:00 on those nights. He is an absolute bear to wake up the next morning. Anyway, he certainly is enjoying himself and his first game is May 27th at 5:30 p.m.. His coach is Mindy Knowles this year. He looks forward to baseball practice/games and that is our new threat for the time-being (HA)!