Grace's milestones (and a family vacation)...
I have been the worst blogger this summer, but I have a good excuse. With 5 family birthdays, our 10th wedding anniversary, family vacation, etc., I haven't had time to sit down, let alone update a blog.
But, today is a blogging must - it is Grace's first day of Kindergarten!!! I don't know where these last 6 years went, but all of a sudden, she isn't my baby anymore.
Of course, we had to take the obligatory "first day of school" picture. Since Joel also goes back to class today (Wichita State University), he got to pose with Grace... :o)
Once we got to school, Grace got REALLY shy (perhaps that is an understatement). We love her no matter what, though. And, I'm sure once we left, she opened up. She didn't really know anyone in her class (all of her friends were in other classes). That didn't help. Here she is, holding back tears (I was holding back tears at this point, too)...
And here she is with her teacher, Mrs. Cooper. I think she was starting to loosen up a bit...
Way to go, Gracie, on your first day of school!!! We are so proud of you!
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Earlier this summer, Grace turned 6. She changed her mind a lot on what she wanted to do for her party (oh, dear, it's already starting). She ended up with swimming and having a cookout. Our friends Kevin and Jennifer also brought over an inflatable for the kids to play with. As you can see, everyone had a great time...
We love you, Grace, and are so proud of the young lady you've become! You've got such a big heart and a love for life. You are so special - one of God's greatest gifts... :o)
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Shortly after Grace's birthday, we took a family vacation. It wasn't anything too major, but it was enough with three little ones in tow! First, we went to Manhattan to see a few friends of ours and drive through the K-State campus. So much has changed in that town since we left in 2003. There was a lot we didn't recognize, including our first apartment as husband and wife. The landlord has let it get really run down. Actually, it's pretty much a shit hole, and that's no joke! It was sad seeing our old place look so awful.
One of the highlights of the trip, however, was a spur-of-the-moment trip to the Sunset Zoo. We had never been there before, and we decided to take the girls. They loved it! We also saw a new WWII memorial on the K-State campus. We spent a day or so in Manhattan, then it was off to KC for a couple of days, then through Lawrence on our way home to see more friends. Sadly, it was so hot while we were in Lawrence that I didn't feel like taking any pictures. It was great seeing old friends and hanging out with their families. Joel and I don't really get to see or hang out with too many couples with kids on a regular basis, so we really enjoyed the trip. I have way too many pictures of our trip to post here, so I'll just show a few... :o)
But, today is a blogging must - it is Grace's first day of Kindergarten!!! I don't know where these last 6 years went, but all of a sudden, she isn't my baby anymore.
Of course, we had to take the obligatory "first day of school" picture. Since Joel also goes back to class today (Wichita State University), he got to pose with Grace... :o)
Once we got to school, Grace got REALLY shy (perhaps that is an understatement). We love her no matter what, though. And, I'm sure once we left, she opened up. She didn't really know anyone in her class (all of her friends were in other classes). That didn't help. Here she is, holding back tears (I was holding back tears at this point, too)...
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Earlier this summer, Grace turned 6. She changed her mind a lot on what she wanted to do for her party (oh, dear, it's already starting). She ended up with swimming and having a cookout. Our friends Kevin and Jennifer also brought over an inflatable for the kids to play with. As you can see, everyone had a great time...
We love you, Grace, and are so proud of the young lady you've become! You've got such a big heart and a love for life. You are so special - one of God's greatest gifts... :o)
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Shortly after Grace's birthday, we took a family vacation. It wasn't anything too major, but it was enough with three little ones in tow! First, we went to Manhattan to see a few friends of ours and drive through the K-State campus. So much has changed in that town since we left in 2003. There was a lot we didn't recognize, including our first apartment as husband and wife. The landlord has let it get really run down. Actually, it's pretty much a shit hole, and that's no joke! It was sad seeing our old place look so awful.
One of the highlights of the trip, however, was a spur-of-the-moment trip to the Sunset Zoo. We had never been there before, and we decided to take the girls. They loved it! We also saw a new WWII memorial on the K-State campus. We spent a day or so in Manhattan, then it was off to KC for a couple of days, then through Lawrence on our way home to see more friends. Sadly, it was so hot while we were in Lawrence that I didn't feel like taking any pictures. It was great seeing old friends and hanging out with their families. Joel and I don't really get to see or hang out with too many couples with kids on a regular basis, so we really enjoyed the trip. I have way too many pictures of our trip to post here, so I'll just show a few... :o)
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