Back to School Gifts

To make the first day of school an 'event' this year, we included some small back to school gifts for each kid. After dinner that night they got to go on a treasure hunt through the house and look for their gift.


Jack got some story CD's.

Luke got magnetic letters and numbers.

Anna got a book. About horses, of course.

Leah got a double stroller for her baby dolls.

Leah's Early Birthday

For those of you keeping track, you will remember that Leah's birthday comes after Luke's. But this year we had a party for Leah and a friend her because her friend was moving (now has moved) to Washington. Leah and Sheridan are a day apart in age and we had a fun princess birthday party for them a couple of weeks ago.


Sheridan and Leah

Most of the kids

The yummy snack. Waaaay too much sugar, but it was a birthday party, wasn't it?

Leah opening a gift. She had a blast!

First Day of School

We're back in session and had a fun first day! I'm glad to be back on the school schedule but where did summer go?? We're learning some new things this year and the excitement of beginning is contagious!



Jack, 2nd Grade

Luke, Pre K

Leah, 1st Grade. And new glasses.

Anna, 4th Grade

Halfway Up

and I made him stop!

What a Boy Should Do

And hold on tight (if you ask his mom).

Hiking Practice

Getting used to the backpack and camelback for the Grand Canyon hike!

Jack Turned 7

Back in May. I think I forgot to post a picture. If this is a duplicate, he's worth it :).