First Week Of School

First day of school!

Matthew

Bailey

Cool backpacks!

Matthew holding his class sign
Bailey holding his class sign




Last Wednesday was the boys' first day of first grade! They were up and dressed and had breakfast without any difficulties (I just wish this was the norm!) We got to school and they were so excited to see their friends from kindergarten. They finally found out who would be in their classes and had a great first day of school. Matthew was so funny though before we left for school. As he was gathering up his backpack he says as he sighs "Please let the homework not be hard." I was trying so hard not to laugh. The boys were also each asked to hold the signs so their classmates would know where their lines were. It was the perfect photo opportunity for me to snap a picture!







The second day of school was kinda scary for the kids (especially Bailey). We were hit with major storms right before school let out. The tornado sirens were blaring so the kids had to get under their desks. Bailey was is Spanish and was very scared and began to cry. His teacher was very sympathetic and gave him a big hug. Everyone was safe and sound and the principle rewarded the whole school for such a good job that they will have an extra recess this week.







Friday Bailey was really clingy to me before school started. I am sure that he was scared that the same thing would happen again. Thankfully the storms did not appear again until that night and were not half as severe as they were the day before.







Both boys are really happy with their new teachers and their classmates. I am happy that we have gotten into the school routine fairly easy. By the way, so far only one homework assignment and per Matthew's request it wasn't hard at all!

Play Time Cyber Shower

As you all know by now my ladybug group is the best group I belong to. My friends on this group are so supportive and such faithful woman! It had been a while since we had done a cyber shower so we decided it was time. Our theme this month was play time.

My friend Ruth was very generous to all of us. For me there was a cute handmade card, a Chinese fan and yummy chocolate. I have already ate half the bar!

The boys also were included and got little motorcycles. They have been playing with them since I opened the box. They say "Thank You Ruth!" Bailey was really cute...he says "Mommy will you write your friend a thank you note? Tell her we love this!"

She got Diana the cutest little baby doll. There was a puzzle that makes animal sounds and also a cell phone and keys that make noise. I can't wait to see her with all these cute toys playing.

Ruth~thank you so much for your sweet card and all the wonderful gifts for my family. I am so glad I have you as a friend!

Recap Of The Last Couple Weeks

Bailey looking for the perfect berry
Matthew thinks he has a great one!
Look at all those berries we picked! Yummy!!!

We have been really crazy busy the last couple of weeks. We are trying to do so much before school starts and also get ready for school all at the same time. Here is a run down of whats been happening.

Two weekends ago Dave and I took the boys black berry and peach picking. It was extremely HOT that day. Don't know what we were thinking....Actually despite the heat we had a lot of fun. This was the first time we have picked peaches or berries. I am sure this like apple picking will become another family tradition. I just vote when we go next summer its not as hot as it was that day.

We have been shopping for school supplies, school clothes and did I mention school supplies? I just want to know where my tax dollars go? As my neighbor said so much for a free education. I also what to know who decides on what color folders should be used. Try looking for a plain white folder. I am not kidding when I tell you I looked at all the office supply stores, Target, Walmart, Osco, Walgreens and the list goes on. I FINALLY found them on a whim at a grocery store that I usually don't even shop in.

Katie playing with the teletubbies we found in the basement for her

This weekend my father, his wife and my half sister were in town. My half sister Katie is just over 2 and is such a cutie. She kept coming up to me and saying "Hi Lisa" Too cute! It was nice to visit with them and catch up. My aunt and uncle came by too!

Bailey with Mrs. Harris

Matthew with Mrs. Rivera

Yesterday we went to the school to drop of the boys' supplies and meet their teachers. Bailey was excited that his new teacher recognized him from last year. Matthew seemed to like his new teacher too. They were also excited to find out some of their classmates will be. Dave and I can't wait to see what the school year brings.

Boys acting silly after we finished our golfing...
Having a great time eating our yummy ice cream!

Today was the last hurrah before school starts tomorrow. I took the boys along with one of their friends to an indoor miniature golf place in the mall. They had a blast. After that we had lunch in the food court and they rode the carousal. From there we moved on and had ice cream. If all this excitement wasn't enough they then went back to this little boy's house to play for a few hours. I think they got the best of the last day of school. Well tomorrow is the first day of school and I hope I don't cry as hard as I did last year. Hey who knows maybe I'll be dancing in the streets!?! Here's to a great school year!!!!!

Cousins Having Fun

Yesterday my sister and I took the kids to the children's museum. This is the second time we have gotten together to do something fun together this summer. Unfortunately my sister works full time so being able to get together during the week is limited. We always have fun together with the kids. Although there is usually some sort of drama to go along with the day. Yesterday was no exception.

The kids were climbing this contraption instead of taking the stairs. There are workers who tell the kids when to go. Bailey thought the guy told him to go ahead. Unfortunately Alex's prosthetic fell off and hit Bailey right in the cheek. We got him an ice pack and of course had to fill out an accident report. Alex was crying because she felt bad. We reassured her that we all knew it was an accident and that Bailey would be fine.

I taught Alex how to play checkers and she was really pretty good at it. I was winning that second game but she was very analytical with her moves and we finally quit because the boys were getting bored waiting for us.

Later I went to take a cute picture of Alex and Bailey and they both fell and Alex elbowed Bailey in the eye. He now has a bruise under his eyebrow and the one on his cheek. Of course both of them were crying again.

We had a nice lunch and then ended the day molding clay and getting to take our works of art home. Despite our drama everyone had a good time and went home smiling.

I've Been Tagged By......

two different friends from the adoption community! Here are my answers:

This one is from Tonya from Lucy's Journey Home

1. WERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE? Uncle Leo and Uncle Albert (don't ask)

2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED? Yesterday

3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? No

4. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LUNCH MEAT? Roast Beef

5. DO YOU HAVE KIDS? Twin boys Bailey and Matthew (6)

6. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU? absolutely

7. DO YOU USE SARCASM A LOT? Who me???? NEVER....LOL

8. DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR TONSILS? Yes but I wish I didn't..

9. WOULD YOU BUNGEE JUMP? Not in this lifetime!

10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CEREAL? Cap't Crunch

11. DO YOU UNTIE YOUR SHOES WHEN YOU TAKE THEM OFF? No

12. DO YOU THINK YOU ARE STRONG? Most of the time

13. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ICE CREAM? Peanut butter and chocolate (preferable from Baskin Robins)

14. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE? Their smile

15. RED OR PINK? Pink

16. WHAT IS THE LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOURSELF? Way too sensitive

17. WHO DO YOU MISS THE MOST? My step-mom

18. DO YOU WANT EVERYONE TO SEND THIS BACK TO YOU? I hope to read their answers on their blogs.

19. WHAT COLOR PANTS AND SHOES ARE YOU WEARING? blue jeans no shoes

20. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU ATE? donuts and OJ

21. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? The Today Show

22. IF YOU WHERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE? Sky blue

23. FAVORITE SMELLS? Chocolate chip cookies just out of the oven

24. WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO ON THE PHONE? My boss

25. DO YOU LIKE THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU? yes!!

26. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH? football

27. HAIR COLOR? Dark brown

28. EYE COLOR? Hazel

29. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS? Nope

30. FAVORITE FOOD? Mexican

31. SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS? Happy Endings

32. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED? No Reservations (very cute)

33. WHAT COLOR SHIRT ARE YOU WEARING? Red t-shirt

34. SUMMER OR WINTER? Summer

35. HUGS OR KISSES? hugs

37. MOST LIKELY TO RESPOND? ?????

38. LEAST LIKELY TO RESPOND? ?????

39. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING NOW? Believe it or not nothing...must start new book...

40. WHAT IS ON YOUR MOUSE PAD? baby tigers

41. WHAT DID YOU WATCH ON T.V. LAST NIGHT? House Hunters

42. FAVORITE SOUND? Waves crashing on the beach

43. ROLLING STONES OR BEATLES? Beatles

44. WHAT IS THE FARTHEST YOU HAVE BEEN FROM HOME? Mexico

45. DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT? I love to scrapbook

46. WHERE WERE YOU BORN? Chicago Illinois

47. WHAT SUPERPOWER WOULD YOU LIKE? Not sure

48. FAVORITE HOBBY? scrap booking

49. A FRIEND THAT YOU WISH YOU COULD HANG OUT MORE WITH? Kelly

50. IF YOU COULD BE ANYWHERE RIGHT NOW, WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE? Home from China with Diana and her meeting her big brothers!


I was also tagged by Alisha of God's Next Chapter

Five Things I Was Doing Ten Years Ago:

1. I was newly engaged to Dave.

2. I was working on a medical research study for breast cancer.

3. I was living at home with my mother.

4. Just gotten back from our first vacation to Vegas.

5. Had met all of Dave's brothers (two lived out of state).

Five Favorite Snack Foods:

1. Chips and guacamole

2. Brownies

3. Peanuts

4. Any fruit

5. Cheese Its White Cheddar

Five Songs I Know All The Lyrics To:

1. Front Porch Looking In By Lonestar

2. My Wish By Rascal Flatts

3. Friends In Low Places By Garth Brooks

4. I Would Do Anything For Love By Meatloaf

5. Arms Wide Open By Creed

Five Things I Would Do If I Were A Millionaire:

1. Pay off all our debts and those of our families.

2. Have homes in IL, California and Hawaii.

3. Travel all over the world.

4. Donate money to orphanages around the world.

5. Be a SAHM.

Five Bad Habits:

1. Stay up way too late.

2. Spend way to much time on the computer.

3. Spend money we don't have.

4. Very critical of others.

5. React without hearing the whole story.

Five Things I Like To Do:

1. Spend time with my family. I especially love to go on vacation with them.

2. Scrapbook.

3. Read.

4. Cook.

5. Spend time alone with Dave.

Five Things I Will Never Wear Again:

1. Parachute pants (thanks for the reminder Alisha)

2. Big Neon sweatshirts.

3. Black rubber bracelets.

4. Bell bottoms.

5. puffy sleeved shirts.


Anyone who is reading this consider yourself tagged! Let me know in the comments that you are playing along.