Holiday Happenings

We have been up to so much lately getting ready for the holidays. The boys have helped decorate the trees, made cookies and been to visit Santa. This is the first year that both of the boys have enjoyed seeing Santa.

Against My Better Judgement!

Sign on Miles' class door that read: Adopt Salem for the weekend. I could have totally let this slide, but Zachary was able to read the sign on the classroom door. Reading is good, but it can get you in trouble sometimes. So, Zachary then told his brother about this and both of them were so excited, I had to give in. Remember, this is TOTALLY against my better judgement. Of course when the day came to get the pet, the teachers all promised me that there is nothing too watching Salem for the weekend. All I could think about is what if something happens on my watch????
Needless to say, the boys had a great time with the pet this weekend. And, the teachers were right, nothing too it! I have to admit, it wasn't as bad as I thought. I am glad we can take him back!!!!!

Halloween

We went over to a friend's house to trick or treat. The boys both had more candy than they would ever eat BEFORE we went trick or treating. The boys rode a hay ride while getting candy. They had a good time despite the cold weather and were worn out by the time we got home.

Carving Pumpkins

We carved pumpkins the night before halloween. The boys each had an idea of what their pumpkins should look like. Zachary wanted his pumpkin to look like a bat and Miles wanted his to be happy. So, we set out to create the pumpkins. All was going well until we put the pumpkins outside. The next time we looked at the creations we had made, they did not look the way we carved them, unless you count the teeth marks???? Maddie-our so sweet family dog was running around the yard with orange on her face. She was guilty!!!
Despite the dog chewing up the creation, we had fun!

Zachary's First Book Report

Zachary just completed his first book report. He had to read a book and then design a pumpkin to look like the main character in the book. He really enjoys reading Mercy Watson books, so we read Mercy Watson-Princess in Disguise. We decorated the pumpkin to look like the main character-Mercy who happens to be a pig.

It's Fall

We recently visited the pumpkin patch and had a great time. You know you live in the south when you go to a pumpkin patch that has pig races! The best part of the day was the maize-we got lost!!!!

Forgotten Favorites

So, I went back through all the disney pictures again and realized, I forgot to put 2 of my favorites on the blog. The one of Zachary is him sitting with Walt and Minnie Mouse. We took this the night we were trick or treating in the Magic Kingdom. The one of MIles is him walking off the ride-It's a Small World. Notice the crooked ears and him holding his daddy's finger. Too cute!

Walt Disney World-September 2008

We took our family vacation during our September break to Walt Disney World. Both boys had an incredible time! Zachary loved all the rides ESPECIALLY the roller coaster ones. He has no fear! Miles loved the characters, riding the buses and Its a Small World ride. We ate several meals with the characters and that was a hit! We even got to Trick or Treat around the Magic Kingdom and see Mickey and Minnie in their costumes.

Soccer Fall 2008

So...both boys have started soccer this fall. We spend more time at the soccer field than we do at home! Zachary is playing in the Academy of Excellence and Miles is playing Parents and Tots. They both LOVE it. Soccer is fun, but the best part seems to be the new found love of Powerade!

1st day in 1st grade

So, Zachary started school on Monday. He loves his teacher! He is so happy to have a notebook that he has to carry home each day! He is such a big boy!!!!!

Centennial Olympic Park

We went to Centennial Olympic Park in Downtown Atlanta for one last fun trip before I had to go back to work. Brielle and TJ also went with us. All of the kids had so much fun. While were there, another boy ran into Zachary and knocked a tooth out....AND, guess what? We lost the tooth! All in all, the kids had a blast!
We have had a great summer and I have really enjoyed getting to do many fun things and spending time with the kids. Back to school we go!

Backyardigans

We spent a week in Jacksonville visiting family. While we were there, Mimi surprised the boys with a trip to see the Backyardigans. They had a blast!

July 4th

We had a great July 4th. We got together with friends and all of the kids had a great time!

Road Trip to Grammy's

Zachary was at soccer camp for the week, so Miles and I decided to take a road trip to Grammy's. Cousin Madison was there as well, which made the trip that much more fun. Miles had so much fun visiting everyone, but really enjoyed the train downtown.

Swimming Lessons and VBS

The boys just completed swimming lessons and on the same day finished 5 days worth of VBS.
Zachary has become quite the fish in the water and Miles has started to put his face in the water. Much progress over last year!
Both boys had a wonderful time at VBS this year. They loved singing the songs!

Look out First Grade, Here comes Zachary!!!!!

Zachary is officially a first grader! WOW!!!! He had his end of the year program on Wednesday and did very well! They sang several songs and played the cutest slide show of all the kids. On Friday, the Kindergarten classes had a luau. Zachary and I are so happy to be finished with school until next year!