Word-Filled Wednesday

My favorite student, who lives with my favorite photographer, purchased my favorite car that we had for 7 years yesterday. It was bittersweet, but I can not think of anyone else that could be any cuter in it, Chubby Chubbs! My heart was sad to see this little car roll out of the driveway, but I am so happy it is staying in the family (yes, I no longer consider you guys friends...we are family by now...don't you think?)

My life changed 14 years ago when I stepped into my first teaching job & this is my all time favorite student that captured my heart and never let it go. Thank you for teaching me how to be a teacher Camryn & helping me truly experience what being an educator is all about. I love you baby girl. Please be careful, always make good choices and don't speed or my photography prices will go up.

Daddy's Girl

Daddy keeps the cars clean around here and he always has a little helper. She loves to scrub, play in the soap and spray the water hose. Daddy really seems to enjoy the company, the constant little chitter chatter and questions that are asked. Ain't no way he's getting out the door without her, she just is not having it.

She loves to play in the bubbles and help Daddy scrub away.

Her little mind is always working & when I came outside this is what I see. Emma Lou, what are you doing in the bucket girl?

"I just having fun Mama, I just having fun!" This girl is something else I tell you, she is a mess. Just doesn't matter what I think or say, at the end of everyday she is a DADDY'S GIRL, just like her Mommy use to be.

8 Months (plus 5 days)

Our baby boy turned 8 months old last Tuesday, but this Mommy is just getting around to journal about his monthly milestones. Lots has changed and this boy is everywhere & into everything.

Look at our big boy, he weighs 24lbs. 15oz., wears 12-18 month clothes and size 5 diapers.

Yummy, yummy, yummy ~ look at those chubby lil' toes and feet. I could spend all day kissing them and still want more.

Proudly sporting 4 bottom teeth and 1 top one as of yesterday. Biting and chewing on everything he can. His nursing days might be coming to an end soon.

Thinks his big sister hung the moon, is hilarious, loves to pull her hair, play with her stuff and stare at her constantly.

Says Dada, Mama, Emma, buh and chatters non stop. A lover of Yo Baby yogurt & wagon wheels. Turns on his baby toys to hear them sing and enjoys tearing up his sister's books. Smiles anytime he sees a camera while getting cuter and cuter every day. Reminds me more and more of my Daddy everyday. Allows our dog to lick all over him while he yanks and pulls on his ears and tail. Is not a big fan of sleep these days, usually wakes up between 2-3am daily (this boy is giving us a run for our money). Pulls up on everything and has managed to stand on his feet about a dozen time. Continues to enjoy bath time and rides in the car. Has the cutest little crawl I have ever seen (right, left, belly flop & up again).

Sweet Gavin, you have convinced me that every Mommy in the world needs to experience the love of a son. There is something so different about you and every day I feel more and more blessed to have you in my life. I love you more than you will ever know or understand. Part of me gets a little sad that you are growing up so quickly, but I cherish each day and look forward to watching you grow. Thank you for 8 wonderful months, Son.

Trick or Treat...

We never really got a good picture this evening, someone was to worried about the mosquito flying around her brother.

The cutest little Pirate & Nemo I ever did see!

Hey dad! Maybe when I'm at school, I'll see a shark.

This little pirate wanted to unwrap and eat her candy as it was handed to her.

It is a little chilly out here, Mom.

This little guy had enough and crawled up in his Daddy's arms and crashed.

Zach, the sniper. We spent the evening with our great friends and their 2 adorable children.

Lizzie, the Bumblebee. This is one of Emma's BFF's that was born only 12 hours before her and lives on the next street.

These girls were so funny, they would not get far from this wagon or their Mommy's side.

Anytime Emma would see a scary costume she would close her eyes and cover them but sort of peek to see. It was hilarious, but there were a couple that really frightened her.

We enjoyed our night and spending time with the Carrizal family. We have lots of candy left over, so my kiddos at school will be happy campers come Monday morning.

i {heart} my job!

We had a pep rally at school today and it was a blast for the kids and adults. Our leadership team decided to surprise the kids with a little dance. What started out as fun ended up being pretty darn serious. 4 practices, dress rehearsal, make up application, Goodwill shopping and about 24-8 counts later ~ our kids thought we ROCKED and so did I!

Talk about fun, this was so much fun and I know there is more to come. We set the gym on fire when we rose up from our graves this morning and entertained our student body with, THRILLER. In case you are wondering I am the zombie on the floor with the maroon bandanna around my head.

There were so many people who stepped outside of their comfort zone to make this happen for our kids and that is what it is all about in education. Doing whatever it takes to serve kids and I feel like we made huge strides with our kiddos today in Bulldog country!

Wordless Wednesday

Treasure, plunder, sea and sail

Our little "Diva Pirate" celebrated with her gymnastic friends this evening. She wasn't just your ordinary ship mate, instead she was sporting lots of Bling!

Check out that sword and hook adorned with ribbon and jewels. She walks around the house saying, "Every good pirate has a sword and a hook."

Part of the class, the others were running a little late.

I'm a pirate! That I be! I sail me ship upon the sea!

Emma's favorite mate, Brook as a fairy.

Life’s pretty good, and why wouldn’t it be? I’m a pirate, after all.

Where's me pot of gold ?

Emma, you were by far the cutest lil' pirate I have ever seen.