Garrett must really be enjoying school. When he got in the car this afternoon he said, "Mom, I want to give Miss Stanley some food or something." I asked what he had in mind. He told me, "You know, butter or something like that." Then he said, "Or maybe we could get her a dress. She likes to wear dresses." I asked why he wanted to give Miss Stanley butter or a dress or something, and he said, "Because I want her to know she is my favorite teacher." When we got home, Garrett went to my closet and said,"maybe we can give Miss Stanley one of your dresses. You do have a lot of dresses. That would be nice." What a generous kid he is!
I think we will definitely give Miss Stanley something, maybe not butter or a dress, but something!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
A more detailed update...with pictures!
The boys started school on August 24th. I was really dreading this day coming. I just didn't know what I should be doing. I have been a stay-at-home mom with kids at home for 7.5 years. Caring for my children is what I do...er, did.
As the day drew closer, the question on every one's mind was "What are you going to do now that the boys are going to both be in school?" My first reply was, "Cry." Then I would tell them, "I am looking forward to cleaning my house and it staying clean for more than 5 minutes." While I did shed a few tears the first morning, and I have cleaned my house, I realized I have to adjust to this new "normal."
Now the question that people like to ask is, "Are you going back to teaching?" I really don't know. I like being able to volunteer at the boys' school and be involved in the classroom without an every day commitment. I may substitute. I may go back to school and get my master's (in what, who knows???). I may read every book in the county library, but probably not. For now, I am volunteering Tuesdays for about 2.5 hours helping in the lunchroom and in Hunter's art class. Mondays I still lead a women's Bible study, Wednesday mornings I meet with other moms at the school to pray for the students and teachers. And, every other Friday, Brian has off, so we will get to do some fun things together without the boys and without a babysitter. Really, I don't feel like I have a ton of free time on my hands, but I am making good use of my time, I think.
Enough about me. Here are a couple of pictures of the boys on the first day of school. Notice Garrett and Hunter are both wearing the same color uniform shirt...Garrett wants to be just like his big brother and wear the same color shirt as Hunter. The only problem is that they don't have many of the same colored shirts. It is sweet to see, none the less. Brian and I walked both boys to their classes the first day. Garrett was a little hesitant at first, but he settled in quickly. When he came home, he was upset because his teacher only had "girl" toys. I assured him that she had "boy" toys too, and the next day, the "boy" toys appeared.
Hunter also has a wonderful teacher this year. She is so precious and her love for the children is so evident. Hunter went right on into his new classroom without any hesitation.
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Labor Day weekend, we went down to Uncle Paul's lake house. The boys were so excited to be going to see their cousins. It was sweet! Grandpa also came down, and we all went out on the boat. The weather was perfect and we had a great day on the lake. The boys tubed, swam and water skied. I continue to marvel at how easily Garrett got up on his skis. The boys are getting braver and like to have "rough" rides in the tube. They got some serious air hitting some wakes. It was fun to watch, but I didn't want to participate in such a rough ride.
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We celebrated two big events this September. First, Tiffany and Chris had their newest baby, Eva Kaitlyn. She is just adorable. The boys have been asking why they can't have a sister like David. I told them they can just enjoy David's sisters! Our second celebration was Nanny and Mac's 90th and 95th birthdays. It was a really nice party. I think Nanny and Mac both enjoyed themselves.
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Last week, I got to go to Richmond while Brian stayed home with the boys. The purpose of my visit was to spend time with Uncle Bob and Aunt Linda, who came in for a long weekend from Florida. It was really nice being able to spend time with my parents, with my aunts and uncles and with my granddad without distraction. While in Richmond, my family got me "hooked" on a new game, Quiddler. I can't wait to play it again!
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Well, that's all folks! I'm off to go gather my sons from school!
As the day drew closer, the question on every one's mind was "What are you going to do now that the boys are going to both be in school?" My first reply was, "Cry." Then I would tell them, "I am looking forward to cleaning my house and it staying clean for more than 5 minutes." While I did shed a few tears the first morning, and I have cleaned my house, I realized I have to adjust to this new "normal."
Now the question that people like to ask is, "Are you going back to teaching?" I really don't know. I like being able to volunteer at the boys' school and be involved in the classroom without an every day commitment. I may substitute. I may go back to school and get my master's (in what, who knows???). I may read every book in the county library, but probably not. For now, I am volunteering Tuesdays for about 2.5 hours helping in the lunchroom and in Hunter's art class. Mondays I still lead a women's Bible study, Wednesday mornings I meet with other moms at the school to pray for the students and teachers. And, every other Friday, Brian has off, so we will get to do some fun things together without the boys and without a babysitter. Really, I don't feel like I have a ton of free time on my hands, but I am making good use of my time, I think.
Enough about me. Here are a couple of pictures of the boys on the first day of school. Notice Garrett and Hunter are both wearing the same color uniform shirt...Garrett wants to be just like his big brother and wear the same color shirt as Hunter. The only problem is that they don't have many of the same colored shirts. It is sweet to see, none the less. Brian and I walked both boys to their classes the first day. Garrett was a little hesitant at first, but he settled in quickly. When he came home, he was upset because his teacher only had "girl" toys. I assured him that she had "boy" toys too, and the next day, the "boy" toys appeared.
Hunter also has a wonderful teacher this year. She is so precious and her love for the children is so evident. Hunter went right on into his new classroom without any hesitation.
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Labor Day weekend, we went down to Uncle Paul's lake house. The boys were so excited to be going to see their cousins. It was sweet! Grandpa also came down, and we all went out on the boat. The weather was perfect and we had a great day on the lake. The boys tubed, swam and water skied. I continue to marvel at how easily Garrett got up on his skis. The boys are getting braver and like to have "rough" rides in the tube. They got some serious air hitting some wakes. It was fun to watch, but I didn't want to participate in such a rough ride.
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We celebrated two big events this September. First, Tiffany and Chris had their newest baby, Eva Kaitlyn. She is just adorable. The boys have been asking why they can't have a sister like David. I told them they can just enjoy David's sisters! Our second celebration was Nanny and Mac's 90th and 95th birthdays. It was a really nice party. I think Nanny and Mac both enjoyed themselves.
*************************************************************************************************
Last week, I got to go to Richmond while Brian stayed home with the boys. The purpose of my visit was to spend time with Uncle Bob and Aunt Linda, who came in for a long weekend from Florida. It was really nice being able to spend time with my parents, with my aunts and uncles and with my granddad without distraction. While in Richmond, my family got me "hooked" on a new game, Quiddler. I can't wait to play it again!
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Well, that's all folks! I'm off to go gather my sons from school!
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Update
So much has happened since the last time I posted, I am not sure I will remember it all...but I will give the short version now, and go back to fill in the details in another post.
*We spent much time at the pool this summer. Hunter and Garrett have both become proficient swimmers, and can go off the diving board.
*The boys attended several Vacation Bible Schools in the area and loved it!
*We went the Myrtle Beach for vacation in August. While at the beach, Brian and I celebrated our 13th wedding anniversary.
*Garrett started Kindergarten at Timberlake Christian School, and Hunter started 2nd grade. Both boys have fantastic teachers, and they REALLY love school. Well, they really love lunch and recess, which they get to do at school.
*We celebrated Nanny and Mac's 90th and 95th birthdays.
*We welcomed Eva Kaitlyn Douglas to the family (congratulations Tiffany and Chris!).
*I am in Richmond visiting with Uncle Bob and Aunt Linda, who made the trip from Florida.
So, that about covers the highlights from the last couple of months. I will post pictures and expand on some of these highlights when I get back to my computer and my pictures. Have a great day!
*We spent much time at the pool this summer. Hunter and Garrett have both become proficient swimmers, and can go off the diving board.
*The boys attended several Vacation Bible Schools in the area and loved it!
*We went the Myrtle Beach for vacation in August. While at the beach, Brian and I celebrated our 13th wedding anniversary.
*Garrett started Kindergarten at Timberlake Christian School, and Hunter started 2nd grade. Both boys have fantastic teachers, and they REALLY love school. Well, they really love lunch and recess, which they get to do at school.
*We celebrated Nanny and Mac's 90th and 95th birthdays.
*We welcomed Eva Kaitlyn Douglas to the family (congratulations Tiffany and Chris!).
*I am in Richmond visiting with Uncle Bob and Aunt Linda, who made the trip from Florida.
So, that about covers the highlights from the last couple of months. I will post pictures and expand on some of these highlights when I get back to my computer and my pictures. Have a great day!
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