Daddy-Daughter Ball

Last night was Legacy's annual "Daddy-Daughter Ball".  Elyse looks forward to this night for weeks.  All the girls from preschool to eighth grade love this night.  It's where dads and daughters get dressed up, go out to eat, then back to Legacy for a night of dancing.  The entire event is designed to make the girls feel loved and treated like the princesses they are.  This night was even more special for Elyse because she got to share it with Madeline.  Plus extra special for Madeline too as she got to attend her first of many dances.  Dad had two gorgeous ladies to love on.  I can't get over how handsome and beautiful they all looked!

Elyse with sweet Sophie

Happy Valentine's Day

Today was Valentine's Day and the entire day was filled with lots of red, pink, hugs, gifts and love.  The kids quickly put on their red clothes, grabbed their DIY Valentine box and headed off to school.  The three older kids' classes had a small Valentine's party that involved just trading Valentine's.  Ian's class, on the other hand, had a large party that consisted of exchanging Valentines, decorating cookies, making crafts and playing BINGO.  I was so thankful to be able to chaperone the fun event.  I ended the night with just the boys as dad and the girls were off to Legacy's annual Daddy-Daughter Ball.  Love my big and little Valentine's!

So grateful the older three were willing to use the same Valentine boxes as last year.
Elyse: pony
Caleb: Minecraft
Kallen: Star Wars Tie Fighter
Ian: Legacy Pride

Sparkle Bear

These past few days Madeline has had the privilege of babysitting her class' special friend, Sparkle Bear.  Madeline took very good care of him.  She brought him shopping to get Valentine's, took him to village127's "First Fridays," went out to eat at McDonald's, attended lots of basketball games, slept with him, played with him, and even got him adjusted by Dr. Tony.  She was sad to say, "Goodbye" and hopefully we will get to watch him again by the end of the year.

Kallen Plays Basketball

Kallen's basketball league also began a few weeks back.  His team consists of all his LCA classmates, which is fun for both him and us watching.  Dad also got asked to assist in coaching which is extra special for Kallen.  Kallen is amazing at defense and it's great watching him play the game.

Caleb Plays Basketball

For the past few weeks, Caleb has been playing basketball with a few classmates and then a bunch of new random teammates.  He really loves the game and is awesome on offense.  Has great ball-handling skills and even has made a few successful layups.  Fun to see him play the game this year.

Legacy Middle School Basketball

Tonight Elyse officially kicked off her middle school debut as an LCA basketball player.  She and her team have been practicing since December but tonight they took the court.  They played so much better than they did for the Andover league this past fall, but unfortunately still lost by a basket.  I can't wait to see her confidence grow through the season and her rock the court.  Also, she looks way too grown up in her sports photo!

Snowflakes

Our January has been super busy and full of snow, and apparently not just snow outside.