Ryan's First Day of Preschool

Ryan had his first day of preschool today. He had a great time! The first day is Parent-Child Day and they arrange a scavenger hunt so the kids can explore all of the different areas of the classroom. He did playdoh, a sand table, a pretend play kitchen, puzzles, read books, drew pictures, and met his teachers. I was a little nervous how he would do in a school setting, but he jumped right in with the rest of the class and sat on his "tape" on the floor during story time. His first day alone is next Tuesday - hoping it goes as well as today! His favorite part was the great playground outside that we visited before we left! :) I said to him driving to school today "I can't believe my baby is so big and going to school today!" He said "yep, Mom, Carter has to be your baby because I'm all growed up now!"

Lunch time/Nap time?

It's tough to differentiate when you are only 1!

Watching Cartoons

These two are the best of friends and the worst of enemies. Two minutes after they are hitting each other, they are right next to one other on the couch!

Carter saw me with the camera and decided to "pose" for me on the second shot!

Time Out

Carter goes in time outs on the "naughty step" when he misbehaves (throws toys, hits Ryan, etc.) It is tough not to laugh when he gives you the big lip or won't look you in the eye. And this is just the beginning!!!!!

Breakfast Table?

I swear at one time, before kids, we used to eat at this island. Now, we push aside the legos when we eat. I have resigned myself to the fact that it will be this way for a while. Every once in a while, I clean it off entirely - imagine that - an entire island to just eat on!!!! :)

Tractor Parade

It was a gorgeous weekend for a tractor parade, 80s and not a cloud in the sky. The kids had a long wait for the parades to start, but loved them once they started. Kyle drove Grandpa's 1952 Oliver through the parade both Saturday and Sunday, Ryan was along for the ride. The kids had a great time - I remember how much fun I had when I was growing up at the Logging and Threshing Show. This was the 30th Annual - I think I've been at every show!

Back at camp

An old bonfire pit turned into a sandbox - who could ask for more? The kids busied themselves in that makeshift sandbox for hours. They also watched the tractor parade, played with playdoh, and watched Tom and Jerry movies in the camper. It made a long day for the littlest one, he needed a snooze on the way home!