Miserable Mommy Moment

I had the unfortunate experience of dropping a crying child off at Kindergarten on Friday. I don't know what happened. Both kids seemed really pumped up on Wednesday--although pretty tired! They got to sleep in and hang out at home Thursday and then back to school on Friday. I don't know if it was knowing how long the day would be or the new kids, new teachers or what but my little Lily cried and cried when I tried to leave--shocking to all who know her because she loves getting out and loves social things! I did my best but I started getting teary (that's a nice way of saying that I was getting ready to sob) so I had to just walk away. Wonderful Mrs. Yount patted my shoulder and went to talk to Lily. Thankfully, my friend Karen was dropping off and leaving at the same time so she pulled me aside in the hallway and prayed for our 3 kids in Kindergarten. I felt unable to move all morning as I wondered how she was doing. After school, though, they came running out and Lily said she loved school and wants to go every day!! :) I am hoping tomorrow goes better but I know we will survive either way.

Off To School!

Today was the big day!! Hunter and Lily were up early (not as early as Mommy--I couldn't sleep because I kept thinking about this big day!!) and excited to head to school. Brian had taken the day off so he could go with us for drop off and pick up. They looked so cute! Lily was a little more apprehensive than Hunter once we got there but, thankfully, no one cried or ran after me! Parents actually got to stay for about a half hour while the kids unpacked bags and got settled so that was fun. We also got to pray for the class with the teacher--made me so happy to be at a Christian school and I really like Mrs. Yount! I managed to hold my tears until the van and Brian tortured me by trying to take a picture of me crying. I can not wait to pick them up this afternoon and hear all about their day. I am bummed it's so rainy because I know outdoor recess would have been a highlight for them!!

Had to get a picture of the shoes--Hunter was so excited to get Sketchers--the only commercial on Saturday mornings, I think. He's been wearing them around the house for days but I wouldn't let him wear them outside until today!

And a picture for Lily's shoes--she wanted to look at all her options before choosing these. :)

They don't serve hot lunch this 1st week so the kids have to pack one--they were so excited to choose what went in it. They will probably take a lunch often!

Samuel wearing his new shoes, too, and ready to go!

Don't they look cute? The class aide, Mrs. Pilling, is in the striped shirt and their teacher, Mrs. Yount, is in the green dress.

Lily finding her seat and getting settled.

Hunter putting supplies in his cubby.

Gender Reveal

*Yes, I am finding out the gender and yes, I am telling! Dr. Olson said that Brian and I have had enough surprises in our lives and I quite agree!! So here's the scoop...

Today was my ultrasound and Brian and I took Hunter and Lily so they could find out the gender of their new sibling. The ultrasound part was so much fun. They enjoyed seeing the baby move and finding out that it is a BOY!! I was so wrong--I thought it was a girl and Brian kept telling me it was a boy. I just loved seeing this baby boy's picture and watching him move around all over the place. I can't wait for his arrival!! After my ultrasound, we sat in that office for my actual dr appt 4ever (total time=2 hours!). The twins were about ready to explode with pent up energy. They enjoyed chatting it up with Dr. Olson, though.

Oh and I think the baby looks just like Lily!! I know that sounds silly but her profile in her ultrasound is so similar to this baby's. So cute!! I am incredibly grateful for a healthy baby and ready to start shopping now that I know it's a BOY!

Another Graduation

Hunter and Lily had preschool Sunday school graduation this morning at church. They got certificates and cake so it was a big hit! They got to see their preschool teacher, Boppa, again (he's been gone due to surgery) and meet their Sunday school Kindergarten teacher. There were boys in the class but no other boys showed up this morning--I don't think Hunter noticed, though. We are just counting down days until this school year starts--both for "real" school and for church!!

Last Week of Summer Vacation!

I can't believe the summer is wrapping up. The summer was just not much fun since I was sick for at least half of it. Still, I don't know where the time went. We have one more week to have a good time and make the most of NO SCHEDULES/ACTIVITIES. Next week we will have orientation at school, their first day, Lily will start dance classes again and we will find out Baby's gender. It's a full week ahead but we have this week to chill out and enjoy sleeping in. Did I mention school starts at 8:15 AM???? Severely early--but they do get out at 3 PM so that will be nice.

Other happenings:
*I wish I had pics from the Sweet Corn Festival because it's the 1st time Samuel rode rides and played games at something like this. He loved it--and he was very adamant about what he wanted to do!! Hunter and Lily, of course, had a great time--they are used to such fun! And they all ate their fill of cotton candy.

*Samuel has his reassessment for speech this week and then he will probably get to stop. YEAH! One less thing on my calendar. He is up to roughly 150 words and putting words together so he's back on track. I credit his siblings--he copies them so much that I think that's what really spurred on his speech.

*Let me preface this by saying that I still get teary about sending my big kids off to school. I do feel good about them going to a Christian school and that it's only 3 days/week but it's still a big change for all of us. However, in all honesty, I am also making plans on my MWFs until the baby comes. I will choose those days to do shopping and go to the library and other errands. I will have playdates with Steph and Karen (their big kids will be in school, too!). One child to cart around--I have never experienced such luxury.

Adventureland

Yesterday we got to go to Adventureland as a group. My brother's family minus his youngest (Kathryn, who is 3.5 months old), my sister's family, my Mom and my family minus my youngest (poor Samuel). The 2 young ones stayed behind with my Dad for a fun day of their own. Well, fun for Samuel--Kathryn probably didn't care either way. Anyway, it was a l-o-n-g day at the park but it was mainly fun (it went downhill during the 1.5 hour wait at Raging River). I do have some bitterness that we decided to do this the summer that I can't ride a thing because I am pregnant. But Brian and I don't love rides, anyway, so it's probably not that much of a loss. We will always have to go in a group because it's so nice to have someone able to ride things with the kids. Cali and Grandma picked up a lot of slack in that area. I would have done some of the rides, if able, but some even I wouldn't do so it's nice to have volunteers!

This is my favorite picture--and we have many versions of it. This is the 1st time the kids rode the Frog Hopper and they loved it. Lily is on the end holding on for dear life. Hunter is in the middle (red tank top) screaming in delight. They rode this multiple times and Lily started trusting the bar more. :)

"I want Bumblebee!" is what Hunter shouted as he ran toward the yellow bumper car. It looked like a lot of fun!

Hunter had a couple boring moments waiting for Lily to ride things that he didn't want to try--the Log Ride and Raging River. During one wait, he ran into this dog character.

The Log Ride. Lily looked terrified coming down the hill but she said she liked it. She's riding with Cali, Jaden and Grandma.

The 1st raft at Raging River. Michelle, Steve, Jaden and Cali.

The 2nd raft: Jamie, Anden, Lily, Andrea and Lainey.

I did ride one thing--the Teacups. I regretted it. I felt so sick--it must be the pregnancy. Brian was worried about me riding but it was the last ride so he took pity on me. Ugh. Never again.