Expiration Date...

=London's Due Date!!I LOVE when I start buying food and the expiration date is on or past London's due date. This has always been so exciting for me even when I was pregnant with the boys. It is such a GREAT feeling to know there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Don't get me wrong, this pregnancy has been GREAT and I do enjoy being pregnant, however, towards the end the days seem to pass by in S-L-O-W motion. So imagine my surprise when I got the cheese out of the fridge and saw the expiration date!!

Let The Festivities Begin...

Easton had his birthday celebration at school today(another kid is celebrating his birthday on Easton's actual birthday). So, last night we made Superman cupcakes for him to share with his friends at snack time. When I picked him up, I asked "Did everyone like the cupcakes?" his response is only that from an almost 4 year old, "Yeah, the candy and icing were delicious!" When I inquired about the cake itself he said, "We only ate the best parts."

*We have Easton's party on Saturday and then on Tuesday we will celebrate his actual birthday as a family. So keep checking to see all the FUN Festivities!!

I-D-A-H-O

The Plane and Airports(Chicago & Boise)

We just got back from what was supposed to be a short trip to Idaho. We left Thursday morning to meet Ian's Family in Idaho for Alex's (Ian's brother) graduation from Northwest Nazarene University. We were going to miss Alex's graduation because of a schedule change from Saturday to Sunday after we already purchased our tickets. But because of an airlines mix-up we missed our flight out of Boise on Sunday morning and got to stay in Idaho until Tuesday morning, therefore allowing us to surprise Alex and see his graduation. We had a GREAT time seeing Uncle Alex, Uncle Leo, Aunt Jenny, Grandpa, Miss Brigid, Aunt Sharon and other friends. Since everyone including Uncle Alex left on Monday morning we enjoyed time at the Boise Zoo. All in all it was a fun trip but we are glad to be back in our home again!!

The Boise Zoo

Insight

Easton's FIRST year in Nursery School is coming to a close. As we finish up the year his teachers send home an End Of The Year Evaluation, they also do one in the begining of the year, and then we the parents meet with the teachers to discuss Easton progress and goals for next year. I must say that even though I am super proud of Easton in all the check-list areas(academics) that isn't what made me the most proud or even break down...it was his teachers summary! Here is their summary of Easton:

Easton has had a fabulous year in Nursery School! He is an extremely sweet and thoughtful little boy. Easton always has a wonderful smile for his teachers, and a very positive attitude. Even when he is sad, it is short-lived, since it doesn't take much to help Easton wipe away the frown and encourage the return of that happy face. He is affectionate and always has a hug, and an "I Love You", for both of us every day.

We are so proud of the progress Easton has made this year both socially and academically. He is so enthusiastic and excited to be involved in all that we have done in school. Easton is very kind to his friends, sharing and offering support whenever necessary. He is always ready to help with clean-up, and never has to be reminded.

He now understands the need for, and importance of, personal space. He is able to defend himself with his words, and is comfortable using his words with teachers and friends. Easton has become more independent, and can handle most situations by himself, without asking for help. Easton has made many friends, who enjoy playing with him in our various centers. It is such fun watching Easton dressed up in a black cape and pirate hat. We often have to persuade him to remove the cape during Circle; he enjoys wearing it throughout morning Choice Time, even when he leaves the drama area.

*Academic progress*

We will miss Easton very much next year. Thank you so much for sharing him with us. We wish him lots of happy times and continued success in Pre-K.

What I love most about this summary of my child is that in a classroom full of 15 other kids they got my Easton! His funny and charming little quirks!! I am so thankful to the two women who care for and love my child every Tuesday and Thursday.

BIG Boy Bunk Beds...

We decided that with less than 70 days until Little London arrives that it was time to move Waylon into his bottom bunk bed. We put the rail up and moved him and his B(blanket) into his and Easton's room on Friday night. Luckily we haven't regretted the move! Waylon has done an AMAZING job, staying in his bed! It is amazing how small he looks in his new bed, but how big he looked in his crib. Easton has been the GREAT big brother setting a good example for Waylon. They both now rush into THEIR room after bath to get pj's on, read books and get into bed!!

Easton & Waylon LOVE the Farm...

E-I-E-I-OWe have had GREAT weather this entire week, so on Thursday we decided to take the boys to the farm for the first time this year! Like always they LOVED the farm and couldn't get enough of all the animals. Waylon is so cute, he knows all the noises the animals make but not all the names of the animals, so he spent most of his time calling the animals by noise(neigh-horse, baa-sheep). Then when we went into the barn to wash our hands we got to see lots of little baby turkeys, that were only 1 day old. We had such a fun time and can't wait to go back when the ponies are giving rides!!

Waylon's Summer-Time Favorites...

Here are a few of the things Waylon LOVES...

1. wearing baseball hats2. eating snacks from a zip-lock baggie3. playing in his new water/sand table