Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Summer Part II
Even thought Kaitlynn had to start school last week, it didn't feel like summer was officially over until today. Tomorrow, Jackson will start Kindergarten. Thinking about the second half of our summer I don't think the kids could have really had it any better.
In the third week of July as we celebrated Jack's 5th birthday, Kaitlynn and Jackson spent a week at Camp Gabe and Loved It! Some of the friends Kaitlynn made at VBS were also and her camp week. She was ecstatic. Jack was able to have a little party with his camp friends plus a family party. I think we celebrated for a week.
Following Camp Gabe, Kaitlynn and Jackson discovered swimming lessons. We have spent so much time at the water park and they just love being in the water that I signed them up. Tonight I watched Kaitlynn swim one complete length of the pool without help or a life jacket. I am not sure who was more excited me or Kaitlynn.
At the end of July, I was able to do something I hadn't done in two years. Travel a great distance from home with Madelynn. There were several people who had not met Madelynn or had only seen her in pictures. I introduced her to her Great-Great Uncle and his wife, she was able to see Grandma Angie again and she met my mom's step dad for the first time, who I fondly call Grandpa.
During this visit I also went to my 20 year school reunion, WOW have things changed but yet the important things stayed the same. You see I made this trip with my best friend, we met the first day of high school and we walked back into those halls 20 years later together. She also brought her two year old daughter. Talk about funny times. Madelynn and Isabelle became fast friends it was cute to watch.
Weeks after Jackson's birthday we celebrated Madelynn's 2nd Birthday. Phil's sister and her husband were able to come and visit to help celebrate along with my parents and some of our close friends. You know those friends the ones that when I needed to take Madelynn to the ER at midnight I could call and wake them up and they were at the house in seconds. Most days they are more like family. We are most grateful for them.
This year Phil and I also celebrated out 11th wedding anniversary. We were able to go to dinner and not worry about any of those kids things. We even went to a restaurant that had very few children in it. It was nice to be in an adult world even if it was just for a few hours.
Our last hoorah for the summer, I took Kaitlynn and Madelynn to Mason, OH to see their Aunt and Uncle (my sister and brother-in-law) and their three daughters. Holy Tons of Girls! Batman! it was crazy but fun. This trip however was just Kaitlynn, Madelynn and I. Phil took Jackson to see his sister and brother-in-law in DC.
As our summer came to a close Kaitlynn, Jackson and Madelynn were able to go to the Carolina Panther Stadium and meet Sir Purr. This trip was not what I expected but at the end of the day they were very excited about meeting Sir Purr and couldn't stop talking about when I was trying to put them to bed.
At the beginning of the Summer I had no idea how I would keep the three of them busy but under a budget. It was not done without an incredible amount of help from friends and family. The kids had a wonderful summer and we just wanted to take a minute to say THANK YOU for those that made it happen it did not go unnoticed.
Normally, I would not point anyone out but I have to give a huge THANK YOU to Ms. Amy. She took care of the kids on the days I had to work. She was always there when we needed her most. She has a huge heart and a very gentle soul to care for Kaitlynn, Jackson and Madelynn. We would have never made it through the craziest days with out her and her family. You truly are a Godsend and very much appreciated.
TTFN~
In the third week of July as we celebrated Jack's 5th birthday, Kaitlynn and Jackson spent a week at Camp Gabe and Loved It! Some of the friends Kaitlynn made at VBS were also and her camp week. She was ecstatic. Jack was able to have a little party with his camp friends plus a family party. I think we celebrated for a week.
Following Camp Gabe, Kaitlynn and Jackson discovered swimming lessons. We have spent so much time at the water park and they just love being in the water that I signed them up. Tonight I watched Kaitlynn swim one complete length of the pool without help or a life jacket. I am not sure who was more excited me or Kaitlynn.
At the end of July, I was able to do something I hadn't done in two years. Travel a great distance from home with Madelynn. There were several people who had not met Madelynn or had only seen her in pictures. I introduced her to her Great-Great Uncle and his wife, she was able to see Grandma Angie again and she met my mom's step dad for the first time, who I fondly call Grandpa.
During this visit I also went to my 20 year school reunion, WOW have things changed but yet the important things stayed the same. You see I made this trip with my best friend, we met the first day of high school and we walked back into those halls 20 years later together. She also brought her two year old daughter. Talk about funny times. Madelynn and Isabelle became fast friends it was cute to watch.
Weeks after Jackson's birthday we celebrated Madelynn's 2nd Birthday. Phil's sister and her husband were able to come and visit to help celebrate along with my parents and some of our close friends. You know those friends the ones that when I needed to take Madelynn to the ER at midnight I could call and wake them up and they were at the house in seconds. Most days they are more like family. We are most grateful for them.
This year Phil and I also celebrated out 11th wedding anniversary. We were able to go to dinner and not worry about any of those kids things. We even went to a restaurant that had very few children in it. It was nice to be in an adult world even if it was just for a few hours.
Our last hoorah for the summer, I took Kaitlynn and Madelynn to Mason, OH to see their Aunt and Uncle (my sister and brother-in-law) and their three daughters. Holy Tons of Girls! Batman! it was crazy but fun. This trip however was just Kaitlynn, Madelynn and I. Phil took Jackson to see his sister and brother-in-law in DC.
As our summer came to a close Kaitlynn, Jackson and Madelynn were able to go to the Carolina Panther Stadium and meet Sir Purr. This trip was not what I expected but at the end of the day they were very excited about meeting Sir Purr and couldn't stop talking about when I was trying to put them to bed.
At the beginning of the Summer I had no idea how I would keep the three of them busy but under a budget. It was not done without an incredible amount of help from friends and family. The kids had a wonderful summer and we just wanted to take a minute to say THANK YOU for those that made it happen it did not go unnoticed.
Normally, I would not point anyone out but I have to give a huge THANK YOU to Ms. Amy. She took care of the kids on the days I had to work. She was always there when we needed her most. She has a huge heart and a very gentle soul to care for Kaitlynn, Jackson and Madelynn. We would have never made it through the craziest days with out her and her family. You truly are a Godsend and very much appreciated.
TTFN~
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Carolina Panthers and LCK
Earlier today we had the opportunity to take the kids to the Carolina Panther Stadium for a tour and for the kids to meet and play some games with Sir Purr. This event was sponsored by LCK (Levine Cardiac Kids) and the kids had a ball.
(Kaitlynn)
(Jackson)
We were in the group that met Sir Purr first and I had no idea what I was about to witness. Sir Purr comes roaring up on a four wheeler and the kids and parents are all cheering. All of the sudden Katie, Jack and Maddie are gone. Phil tells me they are hiding behind a sign. I find all three of them crouched in a corner sobbing.
They are afraid of Sir Purr.
I assured them that he would not harm them and went with them to stand in line to meet him. They were so afraid if they could have found a way to velcro their bodies to me they would have. Between the three of them every time I took a step it was like dragging an extra 100 lbs (Literally!!!). Maddie wanted nothing doing with the big black cat though. She wouldn't stand next to him for anything.
By the time it was our turn I had calmed them enough to meet him, hug him and stand long enough for a picture. Once they saw that the other children weren't afraid they relaxed and enjoyed the rest of the visit. I couldn't get them off the mini football field or to stop running.
After the visit with Sir Purr we were scheduled to tour the stadium. We had to cut it short as we had a mandatory meeting at church for Katie and Jack to meet their Faith Formation teachers. I was disappointed that Phil didn't get to tour the rest of the stadium but the kids had fun.
Overall it was a great day and hopefully one the kids won't soon forget. THANKS LCK!!! We had a great time.
TTFN~
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Crashing with Sugar and Spice 2
So I am finally getting around to posting the rest of the pictures of the girls and the visit to Mason. The drive there was uneventful except for the nervousness of driving almost 500 miles without Phil and carrying the precious cargo of my girls.
Holy Cow!! when we arrived it took only a few minutes and there was giggling everywhere. Within minutes you couldn't see the floor in the playroom. It was really nice to see all of them playing together.
The girls were all able to go swimming together. Katie thought is was cool she was able to see Ruthie's school and Anna's first soccer practice and then Grandpa Bacho arrived....and without any question...camera in tow. He had just as many photos as I did he will have to post some too.
In the evenings Madelynn had a very difficult time getting to sleep. She is used to Daddy putting her to bed and Mommy just wasn't cutting it. Fearing I would keep the other four girls awake I brought her down to sleep in my lap as we watched a little TV. It took a little longer that usual because Grandpa Bacho was having too much fun making her smile.
We also were able to take all the girls to the zoo. Watching the Polar Bears swim and fight was interesting. I had never seen Polar Bears fight. It didn't last very long. Listening to Madelynn as we entered the Monkey Habitat or Kaitlynn's eyes as she looked at all the snakes was priceless.
It was a wonderful visit and we will definitely have to do it again. Kaitlynn asked if we could go there every year...which has promise. However, one of the best laughs I had was Monday morning as I was getting ready for work and Madelynn came in to my room she asked me where Uncle Dave was.
She will see Uncle Dave this weekend.
TTFN~
Holy Cow!! when we arrived it took only a few minutes and there was giggling everywhere. Within minutes you couldn't see the floor in the playroom. It was really nice to see all of them playing together.
The girls were all able to go swimming together. Katie thought is was cool she was able to see Ruthie's school and Anna's first soccer practice and then Grandpa Bacho arrived....and without any question...camera in tow. He had just as many photos as I did he will have to post some too.
In the evenings Madelynn had a very difficult time getting to sleep. She is used to Daddy putting her to bed and Mommy just wasn't cutting it. Fearing I would keep the other four girls awake I brought her down to sleep in my lap as we watched a little TV. It took a little longer that usual because Grandpa Bacho was having too much fun making her smile.
We also were able to take all the girls to the zoo. Watching the Polar Bears swim and fight was interesting. I had never seen Polar Bears fight. It didn't last very long. Listening to Madelynn as we entered the Monkey Habitat or Kaitlynn's eyes as she looked at all the snakes was priceless.
It was a wonderful visit and we will definitely have to do it again. Kaitlynn asked if we could go there every year...which has promise. However, one of the best laughs I had was Monday morning as I was getting ready for work and Madelynn came in to my room she asked me where Uncle Dave was.
She will see Uncle Dave this weekend.
TTFN~
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Ready for 1st Grade........I think?!
Well she has been telling me all week that she was ready. She was excited to go back to school and she missed her friends. Getting her out of bed this morning was no small feat but she made it to school with 2 minutes to spare, not with out the help of her brother and sister.
GOOD LUCK in the 1st Grade Kaitlynn!!!
(I will miss you on my days off.)
TTFN~
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Crashing with Sugar and Spice 1
Anna, Madelynn, Kaitlynn, Lily and Ruth
One of the top ten photo's of our trip.....
TTFN~
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