Nana Turns 60!

Today the kiddos' Nana (my mom) turned 60!  She really doesn't act or look a day older than 50, so to think she is 60 is kind of crazy to me.  Anyway, we weren't able to celebrate with her today in person but thankfully got to this past weekend.  We surprised her with some fun decorations, hand-made cards, presents, cake and lots of love.  Hopefully, her day was as special as she is to us.  We all love her lots.  Happy Birthday, Mom/Nana!

First Day of School

Today marked a major event in our home, all four kiddos started school!  Elyse started 5th grade, Caleb started 3rd, Kallen started 2nd, and Ian started kindergarten.  They were all super excited to see friends and familiar faces, a little nervous about new teachers but thankfully they know them well. I had the hardest time, which really was no surprise.  Sending all four and the littlest was really emotional.  Ian actually told me, "OkayMom, you can let go now."  Once again an amazing first start to the day, welcomed with the orange carpet, high fives, lots of loud music and fun; we love Legacy!  I know it's going to be another super fast and great year! 

Elyse Gets Baptized

Praise The Lord!!!

Today marked a day that will for sure be in our ultimate top favorite days of Elyse!  She officially declared her love to always trust and follow Jesus in front of our church family.   She verbally expressed her love at camp this summer and knew the first baptisms that Constance held she was going to do it.  It was such a beautiful sight that brought so much joy and happy tears to dad and I.  Following the baptisms, Constance hosted a cake reception for the families and their friends.  We are so blessed that some of our closest friends decided to attend Constance with us today to celebrate her day with her.  Such a blessing today was, and so proud of Elyse!

Tubes Round 2

Today Kallen had his second round of tubes put in, plus he had his adenoids taken out. We went down to Children's hospital this time and they were fabulous. Definitely recommend it and would use that hospital again. They made him feel so special with new toys, and even let me go in until he fell asleep which made it even more comforting. He is home now and doing great.

Visiting Klauser Family in Utah

The last few days ended our summer of travel.  We headed west to visit dad's brother's family in Utah.  They, unfortunately, are moving to California soon so we knew we had to see them before they left.  We are so glad we did and regret not going out there sooner.  The sights were stunning, hospitality was lovely and the memories are lifelong ones.  While there, we watched Greta's circus performance, went hiking, did adventure activities, gondola ride, rafting, splash park, trampoline park, and us ladies went to see the broadway show, Cinderella.  Non-stop fun!  

Special thank you to Uncle Shawn, Aunt Amelia, Liam and Greta for having us out and spoiling us rotten.  We love you all.