Jake starts Kindergarten

Today Jake started Kindergarten and Maggie began her 5th grade year. Yes, it is a bit early to begin school but the elementary school in our district goes year round so in nine weeks, Jake and Maggie will have a 3 week break. This continues until the summer when they have a six week summer break. And yes, it is short and goes by way too fast. Jake had a good first day of Kindergarten. He was excited to ride the bus to school and the only "bad" thing was a wasp bite he got at recess but was able to get ice put on it in the nurses office. I'm looking forward to having some "me" time but also looking forward to getting more involved with the school this year.

4th of July Weekend Family Visit

This fourth of July weekend we had company from Texas! GranC, Aunt Heather and Ryan came in for a too quick visit but we are so glad they did. Ryan and Jake had a blast together. They get along so well and just makes me wish we lived closer so they could spend more time together. The weather was rainy and overcast most of the weekend but much cooler temperatures than what they are use to in Texas. GranC watched the little guys while all us big kids went downtown to the Arch for our 4th of July celebration. It was good to be with family this weekend and we are so blessed and thankful for the freedoms we have in this country and for the men and women who make sacrifices so that we can have that! Hope everyone had a Happy 4th!!