One of the programs I was watching on TV a few months ago had a photographer as a guest. They were talking about taking pictures of everyday things, especially when the "subjects" aren't looking. So, that afternoon I watched for little things that I wanted the girls to remember. This picture was taken right after Kelsey walked in the door from school. Jake always runs over to greet her. I snapped the photo just before Jake went in for a 'kiss'.
The girls talking about their day over dinner.
How Jake spends his afternoons with his 'friend'.
Bike Ride
Kelsey and I had been riding our bikes on a 7 mile ride a few times a week. On this particular day, she wanted to invite Ashlynd to ride with us. As we rode the dirt trail behind the truck stops, Kelsey's bike slipped and she fell into a big puddle of mud! It was so gross! Ashlynd and I couldn't stop laughing. Kelsey eventually found it to be funny.... (thank goodness she wasn't hurt.)
I was able to take a picture on my cell phone while I rode behind them. Good thing we didn't have too far to go... she had a very soggy bottom!
The Horse Next Door...
Kelsey LoVeS horses! One day while she was out skateboarding, William, (the neighbor) asked if she'd like to ride the horse. He had been given a few lessons from his dad and was willing to teach Kelsey. She was in HEAVEN and did not want to get off!
MisMatch Day at School
Once a year during spirit week, never fails.... there is always a mismatch day at school. Being the perfectionist I am, this is really hard for me! (I did have to make sure her hair looked good though!) Kelsey and I picked out different things with all different patterns to throw together.
Maybe next year I'll be brave enough to send her to school in mismatched socks and shoes... (ugh!)
Citizen of the Month Awards
Aly was chosen by one of her teachers for citizen of the month! (Since our sweet Aly is quite the 'social butterfly', this kind of took Steve and I by surprise!) The school honored them in a small ceremony and she received an award.
We are so proud of you Aly!
A few days after Aly's citizenship recognition, we received a message on the answering machine from Kelsey's principal. Apparently, the fourth grade teachers were asked to pick one student who was doing well in school, that was deserving of a phone call home from the pricipal. She said that Kelsey has such a sweet heart and kind personality, and how the teacher often finds Kelsey helping or encouraging someone when they are struggling. Kelsey is doing SO well in school, and has been on the honor roll since school started. We are so proud of you Kels!
Steve and I are so blessed to have such beautiful girls that are doing fabulous in school!
It wouldn't be Halloween without Jake in his bat costume!
My nephew Jayden (BMX)with his friend.
My nephew's - Jaxson and Jayce.
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