First Day of Kindergarten

Well the day came, my baby started Kindergarten today. It started off well she got up ate a good breakfast and we headed out the door. She had fun with her friends at the bus stop.

Then the bus started coming and Faith got a little sad.
I met the bus at the school since they let parents come in for the first few minutes on the first day. Here she is hanging her back pack and putting her lunch away.
Finally right before I left I got a little smile.
The morning was a little teary for both of us but she did great and I am sure she will have fun.

On a side note this is a poem Faith's teacher gave the parents who were there this morning. I thought it was sweet so I'll share.

The First Day

I gave you a little wink and a smile

As you entered my room today.

For I know how hard it is to leave

And know your child must stay,

You've been with her for five years now

And been a loving guide,

But now alas, the time has come

To leave her at my side.

Just know that as you drive away

And as the tears may flow

I'll love her as I would my own

And help her learn and grow.

For as a teacher, I too know

How quickly the years do pass

So please put your mind at ease

And cry those tears no more

For I will love her and take her in

When you leave her at my door.

-Author unknown, edited by Lori Nichols 2008

Seriously!

Well we got home from our half the country road trip on Saturday and all the kids were sick so we took them in. Turns out that Faith and Levi have a mycoplasma pneumonia causing bacteria and Emma has full blown pneumonia. Talk about a serious bummer. All 3 kids are now getting Zithromax and there fair shares of Motrin. Faith and Levi are doing really well but Emma still sounds awful, she coughs til she can't catch her breath so we are back to the doctor with her tomorrow. Hopefully we will be able to leave the house soon.

Idaho

We had a great time in Idaho. The weather was great and it was cool to see so much family that we hadn't seen in a really long time.

Joe and I got to play each other at Air Hockey. He of course was not easy on me and kicked my butt every time but we had a great time doing it. I think we need one of these for the basement.
Levi also got to practice his climbing skills. Not that he needed it. This was a wall in the house we stayed at. I don't think we'll be getting one of these but I know Levi loved it. On the other hand maybe it would keep him from climbing on things he's not supposed to.I couldn't resist this picture. How can you get mad at this face.Faith is my princess. She can definately pull off a pose.This is me and my Aunt Teresa. Notice the yummy S'more in my hand. Mesa Falls. This was so beautiful. We kept the kids close by, water makes me so nervous but it sure it pretty.
Joe and I at Mesa Falls.
Faith and Levi at Mesa Falls. See the leash on Levi, not that we don't trust him but do you recall the climbing story a few pictures up.
Joe and Emma enjoying the outdoors. We definaely weren't lacking babies at the reunion this year. From left Emma, Logan and Emalie.

Arizona

So we spent our first week of a two week vacation in Arizona. It was nice and boy was it hot. I think that we forget the difference between heat is amazing. Here in Missouri it is sticky hot and in Arizona it is just plain hot. We had a good time though, we went to the zoo and hung out with Joe's family. On a sadder note we attended my Uncle Marc's funeral in Safford. We were sad to see him go but know he is in a better place now watching over his family.

This is what 19 hours in the car does.
Faith, Ashley and Maygen @ the Wildlife World ZooEmma and me at the Wildlife World ZooI live the terrified look on Faith's face.Levi on the other hand would touch anything given the opportunityNana showing the kids the new sting rays that aren't even on exhibit yet.While I was there I got to see some old friends. It was nice to catch up. Hope to see you guys again soon.