1st Day of School

We put Patsy in a little pre-school program. Since David and I aren't huge believers in pre-school (pre-K, yes), we were a little unsure about it. It seems so young; she's not even three yet. However, she's been inquiring about school since the boys started up, as well as, swimming, dance, etc. It's funny, we were enough for the boys at this age (plus a play group, park visits, etc). She's constantly keeping up with big brothers, so we'll give this a try and see how it goes.

Big Girl...

Patsy's getting ready to make friends...

Big girls get big bows:)

Mommy & Patsy

Mommy doesn't want to believe she's old enough to go to any sort of "school."

So when I found myself with all 3 of my older children in school at the same time (albeit a short time frame) I was so happy to have a baby to go home to. Thank God for little Amanda or this may have been a very difficult day for me!

Good Times Ahead

Playing with Playdoh...
Particularly fond of the "babies"

Well she thoroughly enjoyed herself! She made flowers and butterflies with the playdoh, had fun during circle time, and most importantly made friends! On the 1st day of school, parents stay the whole time for a shortened day, so that the kids can use to the teachers, room, and each other. There were quite a few times she looked for me, and if she didn't see me right away, the panic look started to come across her face. Fortunately, I was always close by, so she was fine and is looking forward to going back. We'll see how she does when I don't stay, but I think she'll be fine.
She looked just darling in her little sailor dress:-)

Little Observer

When Amanda watches the older kids she often has a perplexed look on her face...usually for good reason!

Sassy Pats!

Another pair sunglasses for her collection thanks to Auntie Colleen & Summer.

Darling Duo

Look at my little sweetie-pies:)

Matching Purple People Kissers

David brought home these matching PJs and Patsy was thrilled to be matching with Amanda. In fact, she is quite the little guardian of Amanda. When I sing to her at night-we have some bedtime rituals we do- and one of the songs is Rock-a-bye, baby. When I get to her name in the song..."and down will come Patsy," she interjects, "and Amanda too!" I tried to explain that it's okay for me to just say her name, because we're putting her to bed etc, etc. She doesn't care. She always interjects Amanda's name before we even have a chance.

Kindergarten!

We are big time now...Kindergarten at S.I.! Brandon is all set. He's got his new Buzz backpack, his uniform is pressed and an apple for the teacher! Fun is the only option:) Congratulations Brandon, we're very proud of you.

Our Pride & Joy

David and I have taken our unfair share in the pride and joy department! Very humbling...not quite sure what we did to deserve all this:) From us to you, may your cup...overfloweth :-)

An Apple for the Teacher

I think my boys are the only ones who like this tradition (like how I did that?). When I handed Nathan his, he wanted to know why he was bringing the teacher an apple? I said, "because you're a fine, old-fashion young man." Then without missing a beat he said, "it's not on the list (school supplies)!"

Hysterical:)

Scared?

Look at that nervous, adorable smile.

Will he be okay?

My husband just loves this part...we have a similar photo from when Nathan went off to "big school." Of course, I still remember us taking Nathan to Pre-K and he flipped out when we started to leave. I'll just say that it wasn't me holding up the 3 hour mini-vaca (ie going out to lunch/run errands etc. with one less kiddo) making sure he was okay;)

Yes, you can see through those blinds if you position yourself properly. Luckily, they weren't all the way closed.

The Dog

Brandon goes for a bouncy ball!

Nathan's turn!

Winners!!!

Two years ago, Nathan and I stumbled across this little hole-in-the-wall hotdog joint close to school. We "dined" there after the 1st day of Kindergarten and last year after 1st grade. So, of course, this year after the 1st day, Nathan and I brought B. boy into the fold. A sort of, "rite of passage" for Brandon. Nice "rite-of-passage." Oh well, the boys loved it AND went both went home with bouncy balls.

"Take me out to the ball game...."

Nathan, recently diagnosed Giants Fanatic, has enjoyed 3 Giants games with David this summer. Luckily, due to some recent good fortune--Grandpa's season tickets, a winning raffle, and a friend of David's who couldn't use his tickets-they've had amazing, very close to the action seats! This only furthers the Giants madness around the house!:) They have both been spoiled, and I'm concerned I may have a couple of "Giants snobs" on my hands when it comes to seats. I personally like the seats high up. You can see the whole park, the bay, the bridge and with 2 liters of O2 via nasal cannula...you're fine;)

My A,B,Cs...

Trae chic, my Patsy girl;)

Swinging while singing...

Patsy may start a little Pre-school program, which was enough of a reason to go into some of the shops after the Farmers' Market recently. She loves this little outfit and insisited on wearing it as soon as she got home. Here she is swinging her arms back and forth while singing the A,B,C song. Very cute:)

7,6,5,4,3,2,3 mos, and 3 weeks!

Here they are in chronological order.

The Babies

Sweet Babby babies!

Grabbing Rings!

Look what Amanda started to do on our vacation...very exciting! We were getting dinner together and the kids fed and look what we saw when we turned around. Very good Amanda!!!

Vaca in Southern Cal!

We went to Southern California to visit the family and had 9 of the 16 1st cousins together! Lots of fun and having the new babies together made for lots picture taking opportunities.

Lovely Baseball Wear

Wow, I wouldn't have thought of that...it just goes to show you. Show you what? That you can play baseball in 6-12 mos Halloween wear, party shoes, pajama bottoms, and of course the diaper bag for your baby. Fabulous dahhhling!