Rylie turns 9

This year for Rylie's 9th Birthday we agreed to test the Slumber Party waters. We invited 7 of her "closest" friends and 6 stayed the night. It was very sweet and fun but I will admit we paid the price for lack of sleep for the rest of the week. But what a wonderful birthday it was for our sweet girl!

We also let Wyatt have a buddy over for the night. I mean the more the merrier right!?!?

Our friend Craig from Greensboro was able to come in last minute for some skiing. 

Rylie turns 8!!

Before School in her favorite outfit!

How does this happen so fast. 

From baby to 8 overnight!

This big girl had a wonderful day and is looking forward to a great Christmas!

The kids had planned a "show" for us.

The show started with a book and ended with a song.

She loved ALL her gifts.

and read her cards. This girl love cards.
Words of affirmation may be her Love language.

She got some new running shoes....

and then cake!!

Wyatt KG Program

WOW did I really just let a whole month slip by with out an update?
That is happening a little more then I would like but it has been a rough (emotionally) and busy month. So I am going to share a bright side to our last several weeks: Wyatt's Kindergarten Program.

Wyatt has really done an amazing job in KG this year. We were so worried about him withdrawing with the everyday bustle and tons of loud hyper kids. When in fact he has done the complete opposite. Don't get me wrong he would much rather be home anyday of the week. But once he is at school he is chatty, outgoing, and has made lots of sweet little friends. He always has a fun story to tell at the end of the day. We are so thankful.

 So rather then a hesitant, shy Christmas program Wyatt did an excellent job singing with his class and reciting his part. 

He was pretty excited about it all!

And cupcakes to finish....

He was a little sad when I had to leave. 

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 Rylie is also having a great year.

She has a new teacher and couldn't be happier. All she talks about is Mr. Dunn. I am so grateful she has a teacher to keep her enthused and interested. Wyatt's program was actually during her lunch so that day Mr. Dunn let her eat in the classroom afterwards. Pretty special from what I understand... 

This time of year is extremely busy for me on the photography front. 

Rylie has been a big help and often tags along to assist. 

Helping me find the right spot before the family arrived.

Katelyn needed her picture too!

One Sweet Family tried to take our pictures afterwards.

Soccer Season Begins

I was so nervous for Wyatt's first day of school. If you know him you know he is very sweet, shy, and takes a bit of time to warm up to others. He also is terrified of loud, crowded, crazy situations. Like you know, Kindergarten in a public school.

So on day one, when we had no clinging, no tears, seemingly no fear. I was amazed.
When I met both him and Rylie and at the bus stop I was greeted by two excited bouncy children. His teacher, (someone who has also seen Wyatt in busy places and was prepared for that), said he talked and answered questions with out hesitation. She was so proud of him.

Day two was much the same except we had a soccer game after school. He was a tad more tired and not really excited about the soccer part. He had told us after his practices last week he didn't like soccer. Which didn't surprise me, after all soccer is a bunch of kids running and kicking each other in a big group right.

Then this happened....

he played....

and I could be wrong...

but I think...

he liked it.

Rylie girl, well

She of course loves the second grade.

She continues to love soccer.

And now chooses to play in a skirt...

I am praying 2014/15 school year continues on this miraculous path for my sweet peas.

Kindergarten and Second Grade

So today we started the 2014/2015 School year.
Both kiddos entered the doors of Pagosa Elementary School, with no tears.
Rylie even took off without so much as a hug and kiss, I had to go hunt her down.

Kinder's lined up ready for the bell.

2nd Grade
Mr. Dunn

Kindergarden
Mrs. Kelly

Up and at' em early this morning.

Big girl!

Rylie and her pal Aspen are excited to be in 2nd grade together.

Rylie gets and actual desk this year!

Wyatt and Emma Kate. They aren't in the same class this year but were so excited to see each other this morning.

Wyatt and Jackson. So excited these two get to start school out together.
Even get to be line buddies!