Thursday, August 25, 2011

1st Grade here She comes!



































Today was Molly's first day in first grade. I was hoping already having been through one school year, drop off would be easier. But it wasn't. I don't know if I will ever be one of those moms happy or ready to drop off my kids for school, and I'm ok with it. Our summer went way too fast. It was so much fun for me having all three of them to play with, read to, run around, play at the park, swim with... I loved it! I am reading a book by Francine Rivers. I came along this quote and liked it for today. "We've all known fear and still do a vulnerable moments in our lives. But fear is not of God. Gos is love. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. Jesus Christ is our refuge and our fortress against any all enemies. Trust in Him." Today was a vulnerable moment in my life and Molly's. That fear of will she be ok, will her teacher be sweet, will she make the right kind of friends, it was all FEAR! I had to like last year give her to God and trust that He works all things for His good. He knows better then I do what she needs. As it turns out she came out of school with a huge smile and had a great day! I love you Molly moo! (warning: Annie starts preschool in 2 weeks!)

1st day of 1st GRADE









































Molly's teachers name is Mrs. Lindsey. She seemed very nice today. Looking forward to getting to know her more through the year. She had 5 other kids from her class last year in her class this year, whew! =) Over all she had a great 1st day. We just got home and having buttered popcorn for snack.

Family Beach Trip









































We had a great family beach trip this year to Hilton Head, SC. The kids love the water and sand. It was fun watching all three of them enjoy it. We rented bikes for the week and enjoyed riding on the beach, the girls went on a date with Josh on a boat, we ate at our favorite pizza place, shopping, runs on the beach, late night ice cream runs... it was all together GREAT!!!

Beach
































Beach Fun
































Thursday, August 18, 2011

We are at the BEACH









































We are at the beach and having a great time. The kids are water babies. They only come out of the water because we make them. =) Even Owen is loving it. We will be here until next Wednesday. So thankful for family time at the beach.

Light House









































We climbed up the light house! Owen almost climbed the whole thing on his own, he just needed help at the very end.

At the beach






















Aunt Katie and Luca come to NC!





















We had a great visit with Josh's sister Katie and her sweet son Luca. It was fun watching the kids play together. Luca and Owen are only 6 months apart and the girls were very kind to the little guys. Thanks for coming. We miss you guys already.

Visit with Aunt Katie and Luca
































More of Aunt Katie and Luca's Visit