Just because!

Tonight Bry got home and handed me these!
How sweet is that! He said he got them, "just because!" I love my hubby!

Preschool time!

Ky started preschool today! He has been so excited, he goes to school just like Addy and Dawson! Today I asked him what he wanted for lunch and he said,"a school lunch." So cute but I had to remind him that he doesn't eat lunch at school yet. Made me chuckle.
He told me on the way to preschool, "Mom I'm not gonna cry when you leave." I love his little independence! I told him that I wouldn't cry either! Not gonna lie though I did miss him!


So fun for them and me , but also just a huge realization that they grow up so fast! He has been looking forward to this all summer and to be honest so have I. It is good for them and selfishly I now have 2 whole hours all to myself! That hasn't happened for 9 years! I dropped him off and thought all about the things I could do, want to do, should do. I went home had lunch, ate by myself which is not typical. Then I wandered around my house aimlessly! I kind of felt a little lost! What do I do with my self now?? I couldn't wait to go get him!
When I did, he had a huge smile and came running. I loved the big hug! He told me all about the songs he sang and his new friends. He had a great first day of school! He can't wait to go back and neither can I. I think I am officially over feeling lost! Already have my to do list ready! It's going to be a good year!

Tennis anyone??

Bryan and Jon like to go and play tennis. Tonight we got to witness the action!

Come on who wouldn't want to play with these dudes!?!

Ky's 1st shopping date

Today was Ky's turn for his shopping date! Funny thing was is that he was just as excited as the other kids! Since the kids are in school all day now, as soon as they were off we headed down to St. George! He picked where we ate lunch- In N Out Burger. After our bellies were full it was off to do some shopping. He was all about the shoes! I am seeing a pattern with my boys! He found a pair he loved and then it was onto the clothes. He does have more of an opinion about what he wears than Dawson ever did at his age, but he is quick and decisive! Even got him to try some things on for me! Well after all that he needed a treat so ice cream at Rocky Mountain chocolate factory was our next stop! After a few more shops it was time to head back. My little preschooler is all ready! I am so grateful for the fun one on one time I got to spend with my little Ky man!

Little Mermaid

Addy and I wanted to go see Little Mermaid at Tuachan. We invited Nanny along as well. We met Nanny in Hurricane for dinner. She had back to school night so she had to met us at Tuachan. Addy and I were a little early so whats a couple gals to do but shop! We hit up the outlets for a bit. I love spending time with this gal! It was a great night and the show was amazing!!

1st and 4th-Here we come!!

It's that time of year again, Back To School!!! If I sound overly excited it is because I am. The kids are so excited about it, so why shouldn't I. Dawson can hardly contain him self. The night before he laid out his clothes in preparation for the first day of school. So cute!Out of all my kids he is the least one who needs to worry about that since he gets up so dang early!
Here he is all ready!


Outside his door, sooooo ready!

I have to say it is hard to be sad that school is starting when they are so excited and so ready. I promised Ky I would take him to McDonald's for lunch since they got to have lunch at school. We met up with some of his friends at McDonald's and had a great time. Around 1:30-2:00 I was missing my Dawson! I know, I know. First grade is just tough for me. They go all day and all I can think about is, I hope I have done enough! Not that your ever done, but it is just a huge realization that they are away from me more now, then they are with me. They have more outward influence than mine!
But at the end of the day I know I have been blessed with great kids! After school, over cookies and milk I got to hear all about their day.
Dawson's favorite part of school......Lunch and recess!


Addy was excited but also keenly aware of all that school brings.....HOMEWORK! She was not looking forward to that. Addy really likes her teacher and is excited to be with her friends again!
Addy and her BFF-Brooklynn
Addy's favorite part of the day.......math, science,reading and friends!

Auditions-

Tonight Addy had her dance auditions for Junior Company/Junior Prep. She was ready and excited! She loves dance and continues to improve every year! Addy felt really good about how things went. She said in her Jazz dance she forgot a part but then made call backs and she said she did it! She felt good about her ballet as well! No matter what we are so proud of her and the love to watch her dance!

We found out a couple days later ( August 19th) that she had made Junior Prep! Way to go Addy!