Soccer

Last year we played t-ball, this year we play soccer.

It is so much fun to watch kiddos under 6 chase the ball and each other up and down the field. Doing this in the Texas heat makes it so much more fun. Really.

Jase's first game was last week and he did great. I believe him to be the next, umm, David Beckham. I chose David Beckham, well because other than Mia Hamm, he is the only soccer player I am aware of. Cut me some slack here 'cause I had no idea soccer even existed until a couple years ago when I Googled David Beckham. Hehe!

Anyway, soccer really is fun and Jase is having a blast. He is even somewhat good when he's not looking to see if we're watching or trying to catch bugs. I must remind myself he's only 5 and has an attention span of the 5 year old he is.

Enjoy the pics.

Now I'm off to Google the rules of soccer so that I can yell, I mean cheer, at the games and not be afraid of sounding as clueless as I really am.

Kindergarten, Week One: Early to Rise

The first week of kindergarten is over...and we survived. And by we, I do mean Jase and myself.

It wasn't until Friday morning that Jase's excitement was overshadowed by tiredness. My excitement wore off...ummm...about Wednesday morning. Man, is it tough waking up no later than 6:30 every morning. By Thursday morning I was counting down the hours until Saturday morning when I could sleep in. Friday afternoon Jase asks in an almost whiny tone, "do I have school tomorrow?" When I gave him the great news, the whine that was there just seconds ago disappeared and was replaced by happiness and a burst of energy. He perked up so much that it was almost as if that bit of information gave him the will to go on living.

I am glad that Jase's excitement lasted throughout the week. I would not have made it without coffee and prayers. Now if I could just manage to get myself into bed and asleep before 11p.m. - ha!

Here's to the second week of school. Let's hope we get better at becoming early risers. Ha...again!

Kindergarten

Not sure how we got here so fast. Didn't I just blog about this like last year or something?

Most of you know Jase and I have been ready for the first day of kindergarten for quite some time. Well, today it arrived. Jason and I walked our oldest child to his classroom, I snapped a few pictures and embarrassed him a little, and then we left. I left my child to fend for himself. The child that I have spent every day with since the day he was born. I left him in such a big school and it would be 7 hours before I would see him again. Talk about a momma feeling mixed emotions - I was. I wanted to cry, I wanted to do a happy dance. But my oldest little man was more than ready for school. Perhaps he too wanted to do a happy dance that it would be 7 hours before he would see me again?? Haha, I hope not but possible!

I survived the 7 hours of his absence and could not wait to hear about the first day of kindergarten. He had a lot to say about singing songs, coloring, and the teacher laying down the laws (my words, not his). He was very happy with the first day and is looking forward to the next day. Cole and I on the other hand, well let's just say we miss our Bubba but we'll be just fine.

Walking the big halls to his classroom. Doesn't the backpack look as big as he is?

At his desk and ready to learn!

Here's to a wonderful kindergarten year...can't wait for a the learnin' to be done!

A Sink Full of Dirty Dishes

My demise...

Yes, I do have a dishwasher. But that doesn't matter - it's almost always full. It always seems that this is what the kitchen sink looks like. It makes me cringe. It puts me into a mood because it reminds that if I wanted to stay on top of this mess I'd be in the kitchen all day. Here's why...

The boys want a drink - they get a cup. 20 minutes later when they want another drink - they get a new cup. Why? What happened to the other cup? They put it into the sink when they were finished with it. At least I know they've learned one thing I've said over and over again, "when your finished with bowl/spoon/cup put it in the sink. Think it is time to teach them the exception to this rule.

I enjoy staying home and taking care of my family and our home. I think I could enjoy it more if I had someone to wash the dishes. Once a day. That'd be the only job. Ok, so I know I'm dreaming. I'm the one to "get 'er done" but I'm not going to be happy about it.

What's your least favorite household chore?

Check-ups

This mommy finally took the time to find a new pediatrician for the boys. Yay me. I am pretty satisfied with the new doctor (sweet woman) and the staff (nicest ever). We are treated like royalty here where as in SI, NY we were always treated like dirty strangers. Anyway, I love the new doctor.

Cole was up first for his check-up. Little over 2 months past due but hey I got him there. Here are his stats:

Height: 38 1/4 inches

Weight: 31.8 pounds

48th percentile in weight and right at 50th percentile for height. I couldn't be happier that the little monkey finally broke 30 lbs. Did not think we'd ever break through! He received just one vaccination and a clean bill of health. He left mad about the shot but happy with the Spiderman stickers he walked away with.

Jase was up next. He was a little nervous going in - scared he would have to get a shot. But thankfully he is up to date on his vaccines so no shot for Jase. He was relieved. I too was relieved for no shot. I was going to have to hold this kid down. His stats are a little something like this:

Height: 44 1/2 inches

Weight: 43 pounds

Vision: 20/20

Hearing: Perfect

Jase is in the average range for height and weight. He also received a clean bill of health and was deemed ready to start Kindergarten (in 2 weeks!!).

I am so thankful for my healthy, average children. Hard headed, spoiled rotten and all, Jason and I couldn't be more blessed.

Change of Plans

I wrote this on July 8.

Class started on July 14.

I submitted a withdrawal request on July 28.

Today I am doing only what it is that I want to do...be a wife and mommy.

I was terribly excited to start back to school but that excitement soon turned to fear as discovered the real requirements for the class and the rest of the classes for that matter. A job and experience. Could I finish without the two? Yes. Would it take extra work on my part? Yes. After hearing my choices, I went with the decision in my heart and quit. My family is my number one priority. That being said, I wasn't willing to put that aside to do what would have been required of me to finish my Bachelor's degree. That weight that was lifted off my shoulders when I finished my Associate's, it has since been lifted again.

I know I'm not finished with school. I want to finish it. Just not now.