Sunday, September 11, 2016
Friday, September 9, 2016
Austin's first day of Preschool
Austin's a tricky one. He is so loving and kind and sensitive, but he's also had the hardest time transitioning. Especially since we're away from Pete at this time, he goes to tears very easily. But I was excited to get him started in preschool here even though it's only for a short time, because he thrives with routine and he desperately needs to keep up the socialization aspect of his life. :)
His teachers (Miss Haskins and Mrs. Lowder) are soooo sweet and I knew they'd love him and take good care of him, but Austin still had some nerves those first few days. By Friday though, I dropped him off without tears. Victory!
How cute is Aussie?!?!?
Grammy also had her first day of school this week! And her CT scans for her aortic anyeurism came back with the results that the size is unchanged from 6 months ago so that was a huge relief and blessing to hear!
Austin started his first soccer class and jumped right in. His is so proud of his shin guards and he kept pumping up the other kids in the class, "C'mon guys... we can do this!" (When they were kicking balls at the coaches).
Parker also started a league and while he did a great job and got the player of the week award, there were a lot of good kids on the other team that gave him a run for his money. Love to see him being challenged and doing his best. He sure hustles!
His teachers (Miss Haskins and Mrs. Lowder) are soooo sweet and I knew they'd love him and take good care of him, but Austin still had some nerves those first few days. By Friday though, I dropped him off without tears. Victory!
How cute is Aussie?!?!?
Grammy also had her first day of school this week! And her CT scans for her aortic anyeurism came back with the results that the size is unchanged from 6 months ago so that was a huge relief and blessing to hear!
Austin started his first soccer class and jumped right in. His is so proud of his shin guards and he kept pumping up the other kids in the class, "C'mon guys... we can do this!" (When they were kicking balls at the coaches).
Parker also started a league and while he did a great job and got the player of the week award, there were a lot of good kids on the other team that gave him a run for his money. Love to see him being challenged and doing his best. He sure hustles!
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
What else have we been doing?
We love reconnecting with old friends and making new ones.
I did my first Stroller Strides class taught by my friend Kate. She was awesome and the class was very hot and challenging.
Chloe is an expert pie baker, so she gave Melanie and I some lessons. The pies were delicious and beautiful.
And of course with every new school year comes new germs. All three boys had a 36 fever bug that wiped them out. Glad that's done.
Papa is so sweet to take morning duty with the boys if they get up before me (which they do most mornings). This happened to be a donut morning. Such lucky kids.
Parker and Austin share a bed at my folk's house. They love it and I love hearing them whisper until they fall asleep. But how do they end up like this?
And then there's this delightful one who lights up after every nap when he sees me:)
I did my first Stroller Strides class taught by my friend Kate. She was awesome and the class was very hot and challenging.
Chloe is an expert pie baker, so she gave Melanie and I some lessons. The pies were delicious and beautiful.
And of course with every new school year comes new germs. All three boys had a 36 fever bug that wiped them out. Glad that's done.
Papa is so sweet to take morning duty with the boys if they get up before me (which they do most mornings). This happened to be a donut morning. Such lucky kids.
Parker and Austin share a bed at my folk's house. They love it and I love hearing them whisper until they fall asleep. But how do they end up like this?
And then there's this delightful one who lights up after every nap when he sees me:)
Sunday, September 4, 2016
Parker's first Day
So we arrived in SD on Sunday. I registered Parker for school the next day and was surprised to find out we could get him into the neighborhood school (where I attended). We LOVE walking to school and I now know that is going to be one of our priorities for finding a house in the future. Love the fresh air, not hassling with traffic, etc...
So he was pumped for his first day of school. At this point, we still didn't know if we were going to be living here long-term or moving to Ventura. But of course two hours after he left for school we get word that we WILL be moving to Ventura. But given that it's still 6-8 weeks until we move, I am really like we took the leap to move here first to acclimate to the west coast and do a much shorter move when the time comes.
But before school started, we got in some swimming...
First day boys...
Papa and Parker.
Tierra Bonita Cheetahs! His teacher is Mrs. Stowe and he's in a K/1 class. I was concerned at first, but after meeting her, she is unbelievable and I'm so glad he's in her class for any length of time. I've never been more impressed with a teacher. She's on it! He made a cute friend named Pierce the first day and said, "He's one friend but worth four friends!" He plays soccer every morning with the big kids and holds his own. Love his spunk, determination, and fearlessness. He's a good listener, hard worker, and a sweet friend.
So he was pumped for his first day of school. At this point, we still didn't know if we were going to be living here long-term or moving to Ventura. But of course two hours after he left for school we get word that we WILL be moving to Ventura. But given that it's still 6-8 weeks until we move, I am really like we took the leap to move here first to acclimate to the west coast and do a much shorter move when the time comes.
But before school started, we got in some swimming...
First day boys...
Papa and Parker.
Tierra Bonita Cheetahs! His teacher is Mrs. Stowe and he's in a K/1 class. I was concerned at first, but after meeting her, she is unbelievable and I'm so glad he's in her class for any length of time. I've never been more impressed with a teacher. She's on it! He made a cute friend named Pierce the first day and said, "He's one friend but worth four friends!" He plays soccer every morning with the big kids and holds his own. Love his spunk, determination, and fearlessness. He's a good listener, hard worker, and a sweet friend.
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Oh life..
How has it already been a month since we landed in San Diego? It's been a whirlwind... a happy whirlwind... but an adjustment nonetheless. I will write a detailed account of this oh so fun PCS, but for now let's focus on the fun.
Uncle David from Texas came for a visit. I hadn't seen him in 20+ years so it was great to catch up and do some fun things. We went to an antique car show and lunch at In n out. I also baked an apple pie using one of Chloe's leftover crusts. And the boys and I met the adults downtown to drive around Point Loma (oh the memories from college...) and then have a delish dinner at Anthony's. Parker was so mannerly, but Austin's mood was a little touch and go. However I'd rather have a grump than a tantrum thrower any day! Jackson ate SO much and drank his whole cup of water.
Uncle David from Texas came for a visit. I hadn't seen him in 20+ years so it was great to catch up and do some fun things. We went to an antique car show and lunch at In n out. I also baked an apple pie using one of Chloe's leftover crusts. And the boys and I met the adults downtown to drive around Point Loma (oh the memories from college...) and then have a delish dinner at Anthony's. Parker was so mannerly, but Austin's mood was a little touch and go. However I'd rather have a grump than a tantrum thrower any day! Jackson ate SO much and drank his whole cup of water. 
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