Fireman Sam

Recently the boys are into a show called, "Fireman Sam".  Show name sums it up, a fireman named, Sam being the hero by doing his basic fireman duties.  Today they decided they were becoming Fireman Caleb, Fireman Kallen and Fireman Ian.  I put up hidden fires around the house and they had to put them out.  Basically there was a lot of laughing, and hearing nonstop screaming of the word, "fire" or siren sounds.  

Awana

Tonight kicked off another season of Awana.  The fun thing is this year we have three clubbers.  Kallen joined Caleb as a Cubbie, while Elyse began her second year of Sparks. Kallen was so excited that he spent his day wanting to wear his vest, color his book and even took a blackmail nap.  They all look so grownup and proud in their vest while carrying their bags.  I really can not express how much joy Dad (Nate) and I have when we drop them off at an activity that they have such a passion about; especially one that teaches them about God and His love.

A Beautiful Ballerina

Tonight Elyse had her first dance class.  She has been talking about this day for weeks.  When we arrived she was beyond thrilled.  She danced wonderfully and had a blast. She will practice for the next three months and end with a recital.  I maybe bias, but she sure is one beautiful ballerina!

Rainbow Bright

One of Elyse's favorite things she did at her birthday party was coloring her hair with hair chalk.  

When I took Ian up for his nap today (5 minutes or so), I came down to three giggling kids as Elyse was coloring Caleb's hair after successfully already having Kallen's done.  She then proceeded to beautifully do her own.  They turned out pretty good, but I am so thankful it comes out with one shampoo wash.

Kallen's First Day of Preschool

Today Kallen had his turn attending his first day of school.  He has class every Friday from 9:00-11:30.  He started his morning off not too excited to go by himself.  However, once we arrived and we all watched him hang up his backpack on his hook, find his mailbox and say good morning to his teachers just like he has watched Elyse and Caleb do for the past three years, he was all smiles and went in great.  Such a proud, silly, happy and big boy.

Caleb's First Day of (Extended Day) Preschool

Today Caleb had his turn attending his first day of school.  Even though he will be going to the same preschool this year with many of the same classmates, it's still exciting and new; because he has new teachers, in a new classroom, and will have lunch and recess this year.  He's growing up way too fast!

Elyse's First Day of 1st Grade

Not only did Elyse get to celebrate turning seven today, she got to celebrate her first day of being a first grader. This year was not anywhere near as emotional as last year, but still was bittersweet watching her get on the bus for another year of school.