School Updates

I know it's been a while, so first let's get you caught up on school....

Ryann is doing well. She seems to enjoy school this year. She loves her teacher and has many friends. We just got her progress report for the second six week, and her grades are pretty good. She has had some minor struggles, that I think come from being in a poor school and over populated class last year. Good news this year, her teacher is AWESOME, and really sees great potential in Ryann.

Ryann is SO much like her Daddy, she pushes herself to do better and better. Last week Melony, Ryann's mom called to let Adam talk to Ryann. Ryann was crying because she made a B on her spelling test. While we don't want her to beat herself up over every B she gets, it was nice to hear that she wanted to do her very best on every assignment. I have now doubt this little smarty will go very far!

Aiden, is doing great in school too; it's hard to believe he is just 3. So hard in fact, that his school did not relize how young he is! At the begining of the school year Aiden was placed in the Pre-K class. We were told he would be able to start their private kindergarten next year. Last month I was talking to the director about Aiden's progress, and said something about him being 3.... turns out, he will not be able to start kindergarten next year after all, because he is to young. Even though right now he test as a kindergarten. SO, what to do right?? We were able to sign him up 3x a week at another school, (where he has been going on Saturdays since just before he turned 2). This school will continue to teach him on a kindergarten level, or higher as he progresses. Needless to say, Aiden has the most hectic schdule of all of us, but he seems to really enjoy it! He is learning SO much, it really is amazing!!

We just got Aiden's school pictures today, so be on the look out for one of those in your mail box real soon.

There is TONS more to update on, but all that will have to wait for another day.

Until then.....Check out our photo albums, ton's of new pictures; and still more to come!

Doing Great!

We got Ryann's first report card in the mail today, and surprise - surprise she is doing great! We are so proud of our smart little angel! She seems SO much happier at school this year - still no complaints about being board, or already knowing what they are learning! She is doing awesome!

Keep up the good work baby girl!

Freaking lovely

So, were happy no one was hurt - but seriously what a way to end the day?!

Sweet talker...

I asked Aiden after dinner if he wanted to make some cookies. His response:

"That's what I'm talking about, baby!"

I have no clue where he comes up with these things, but seriously - how funny is that?!

Four amazing years!

Happy Anniversary to us! I'm still not sure what I did to deserve this wonderful man, but I thank the Lord for him everyday!

I've added more pictures, so check those out when you get a chance. Included in those is our anniversary trip to Fredericksburg.

Not so much....

In case you were wondering, we are still here. Life is busy busy, but what else is new?

As busy as we are, we don’t really have much to report. Ryann has her first loose tooth, so it’s only a matter of time before I’m posting some adorable snaggle tooth pictures of our little princess.

Ryann was home last weekend, and I can not explain how happy Aiden was to have his big sister back!! They got to attend a super hero story time at Aiden’s reading school. I wish you could have all been there when I picked them up… Aiden is BAWLING, because he is having such a wonderful time he doesn’t want to leave. Ryann was SO excited to tell me all the fun things they did that she couldn’t get a word out straight. They even go to meet Batman!! I was so happy to hear they had such a good time. Thats them in the picture above dressed as super heroes, ready to head to story time.

I guess that’s us in a nutshell right now. I’ve uploaded a TON of new pix and videos, so check those out when you get a chance

Move Over Hannah Montana...

Welcome to Pre-K!!!

Aiden had a wonderful first day at Pre-K! He loves his new teacher and all his new friends. This week is their "get to know me" week. They will start their curriculum next week. I can't wait to hear all about his wonderful days at school!

*More pictures from his first day in our albums*

Summer comes to an end...

Both kids start back to school tomorrow. Our big girl Ryann starts FIRST grade! Our little man is starting Pre-K. If your trying to figure the math on that one, it doesn't add up. His teachers all agree he needs to start kindergarten NEXT year, so he got moved up to pre-k for this school year. Mommy and Daddy are so proud, but still have very mixed emotions about this. Both kids are so excited about the new school year.

We had an awesome summer. We got to enjoy a ton of fun things as a family - we made some great memories this summer, that's for sure! I'm working on getting the newest pictures uploaded, so check out our albums to see a glimpse of our awesome summer! Until next time....

above, Ryann and Aiden saying good bye :(

Soccer Season Wrap Up

Ryann had the opportunity to be on an awesome soccer team this year. Her coach and team-mates were amazing. Ryann's skills improved so much from last year to this, and the change form the beginning of the season to the end was like night and day. I know she came away from this season feeling like a champ - and she should! The Smoothie's lost only one game this season, and that was only by one point! The Smoothies ended their season w/ a party today. Ryann was awarded the Great Defender award!!

*Pictures from the party are up*

She shoots, she scores!!!!

Ryann played her second to last game today. The Smoothies had an awesome game, and our big girl Ryann really helped put some point on the board, scoring THREE goals! She was SO on her game today, doing amazing at defense (which she seems to excel at) and offense. She made herself and the rest of us so proud, and more importantly; she had a great time!

*I added some videos from today's game in our albums*

How cute is this??

Aiden singing his colors in spanish. Sorry he is on his side....

He really does know how to sit still!

Check out the video below!

When Ryann got came here at the beginning of the summer she couldn't really swim, but would you look at her now! She swam the entire width of the pool!! GO RYANN!!!!

Oh, and I have no clue why it uploaded in warp speed - but you get the point.

Look What Ryann Can Do!!

HELLO!!

Where did the last month go??! Sorry to leave you guys hanging. I just don’t have the time to keep up with this thing like I use to. We have been BUSY. Ryann has been home with us since late June. We just LOVE her being her! She is attending Aiden’s school while daddy and I are working. They are learning so much, both academically and socially. Adam and I are so happy with this school. Both kids have wonderful teachers and class mates.

As if work wasn’t keeping us busy, the kids’ academic, social and extra curricular calendars as well as Adam’s soccer schedule have us going non-stop! Not that we’re complaining, in fact we LOVE that they are involved in so much! Both kids have homework that has to be done during the week, and then there is soccer practice, gymnastics, soccer games, reading school, birthday parties… the list goes on. This is the parent I always wanted to be! We are so blessed!

Speaking of birthday parties…. Ryann turned SIX, yeah you read that right; six on the 13th. We had a surprise party for her on Saturday. If there ever was a spoiled child, it’s that little girl! My gosh, she is LOVED!! I still can’t believe she is going to start FIRST grade this fall; it’s just crazy! I just know she is going to be such a great student – she is just too smart!
She has made some really great friends since coming here in June. According to Ryann she has found a new best friend in Bailey. We’ve run into a few of her friends from school while out running errands, and I have to say I LOVE watching her interact with all these little girls; she is having the time of her life!

Aiden is growing TOO FAST. Someone tell me how to stop it!! His gymnastics coach is getting ready to move him again. You know how much I love to brag about these kids… according to the age requirements he should have JUST moved into the class he is in now, and stay put until he is 5. But at 3.5 they are going to move him up again. We are so proud of our little guy! His reading skills are improving every day. He is now reading 90-100 word books! Needless to say, he keeps us beaming with pride; just like his big sister.

Ryann and Aiden have yet to really have a fight this summer. I’m guessing because unlike before they spend most of the day apart, so they really enjoy the quality time we all get to spend together in the evenings as a family.
We’ve had the opportunity to do some pretty fun things together as a family so far this summer. Our Fourth of July celebrations were just fantastic! We did our annual trip out to Southlake for the fireworks display, and shopping. This year Uncle Joe and Aunt Kim brought there brood and we had a great time! Then we headed out to Gamma and Papa’s for some fun in the pool and more family time.
We took the kids to their first baseball game. It was HOT, so the down pour just before the game was welcomed. Plus I think the kids had more fun playing in the rain than watching the actual game. We were right next to the bull pin, which Aiden thought was amazing. They both LOVE the new gloves they scored at the gift shop too.
Then for my birthday, yep I’ve entered my late twenties; we headed out to Medieval Times. I’ve wanted to take the kids there for the LONGEST time. We all had SO much fun!! It was fun just to sit and watch/listen to the kids yell for the knight they wanted to win, (BTW, Aiden always roots for the under dog) and talk to each other about what was going. It was a great night; I hope we can do it again soon.

Again, sorry it’s been so long since our last update; but as you can see we’ve just been too busy enjoying our summer. We hope you are all doing wonderful too. I WILL get pictures up tomorrow, so check those out when you can.

Busted...

I got a call from Aiden's school this morning. They wanted to let me know that Aiden and a classmate ran into each other. And because Aiden stands almost a whole head taller than most kids his age, his lip slammed into the other little boys head. Leaving Aiden with a cut and bruise on his lip.

Showing off his battle wound.

We headed back out the pool yesterday. Check out our little fish!

Here are my two favorite boys on Father's Day!

We hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!!!

Are you ready for some football???!

We met Ryann's soccer team over the weekend. Her new coach is going to be awesome! We are SO excited about this season!! Come out and cheer the "Smoothies" on as often as you can.

Sat June 28, 5pm vs Unicorns
Sat July 5, 3:30pm vs Little Mermaids
Sat July 12, 4:15pm vs Lightning
Sat July 19, 2:45pm vs Power Puffs
Sat July 26, 2:45pm vs Onyx
Sat Aug 2, 2pm vs Banshees
Sat Aug 9, 5pm vs Spider Monkeys
Sat Aug 16, 2pm vs Dazzle

WHEW!

Boy, have we been misleading; you would look at this thing and think we've had nothing going on – HA! Life is great for us these days. We are so busy and loving it. I LOVE my job. Surprisingly we all have adapted to our new life style very easily. Aiden loves his new school. He is growing SO fast!

Mother's day was wonderful. I am the most spoiled mommy EVER. I got a weekend away with a great group of women to scrapbook! It was AWESOME!

We had our portraits made with a wonderful photographer, Erin (http://www.epcaptures.com/). We'll be doing some real family portraits with her at the end of the month with little miss. I can't wait! These were so fun to do.

Ryann finished up school last week. She has been counting down the days for a while now. We still believe Ryann was too advanced for the class she was in this past year, and we are hoping that she'll be in a class more her speed next year. We heard all year long how board she was in this class, and that she already knew how to do most things they were learning. She did learn how to read, and is now reading EVERYTHING. I love sitting and listening to her read, I don't care what it is; it sounds so sweet! She'll be here for soccer season again this summer, so be on the lookout for that schedule soon.

As I said, Aiden is growing so fast. He amazes us daily with the things he can say and how fast he is learning-- everything! He cracked his Gamma up last weekend talking about Galaxies, telling her Earth is in the Milky Way. His reading skills are improving more and more everyday. He can, (if he WANTS to) get through about a six page early reader by himself, (that is approximately a 40 word book.) His teacher tells us that he is very well liked by his classmates that they all love him being there. I think he tells me he has a new "best friend" every other day.

We love this summer like weather we've been having. Took advantage of it this weekend and went for our first swim of the year. Aiden was a little fish. He was swimming back and fourth between the walls, steps and Mommy and Daddy. Ryann is SO ready to go swimming. The last weekend she was with us we went and got her a new suit. I think she told us 700 times that she can't wait to learn how to swim this year. It will be so nice when they both can swim freely. Trips to the pool will be so much FUN!

I guess that's it for us now. I'm working on getting more pictures up in our photo albums, so check that out when you get a chance. Until next time; have a great summer!

Green Eggs and Ham

We got a call from Ryann's mommy last night. She wanted us to hear something rather exciting. Ryann was reading Green Eggs and Ham!!! It was so sweet to hear her little voice sounding out the words. Her excitement over what she was doing was just priceless. We are SO proud of our sweet, not so little girl! And cannot wait to hear her read in person!

big changes....

Aiden started his new school program today. Isn't he the cutest thing EVER?!!!

Today and tomorrow are really just a tiny test run. I start my new job Monday; and I need these days to be sure he is happy. And he seems to be! It was so hard on ME to leave him this morning. I held it together until the door closed, and then the tears took over. Only for a minute though. I stood at the door and watched him play with his teacher and classmates and I knew I made the right decision about going back to work. The fears I had about going back are beginning to subside, because I know he is going to be okay. I've been online all morning watching him in his class. He is truly in his element. He is having a wonderful time. I can hardly wait for the end of the day so I can pick him up and hear all about it! I'm ready to start my job. It's time. I have been so blessed to be able to stay home with Aiden. Adam has been amazing. But it's time, I'm ready. So wish me luck! Hopefully I'll remember to update this thing more often!