Off to Kindergarten we go!

Today was Nicholas's 1st day of Kindergarten! I can't believe he is old enough to go. I still remember he so vividly as a baby. Really, where did the last 5 1/2 years go?

We started the morning with a pancake breakfast, at the request of Nicholas. Nolan enjoyed them as well.

Showing off his new backpack

Jason and the boys waiting for the bus. Nolan was a little sad to see Nicholas get on without him, but he made it through. He starts a new school year today as well....he is moving up the to the 3 year old room at daycare.

Getting on the bus with his friend Maddie. They are actually in the same class at school. They got on and sat together on the bus. It was so sweet. No tears at all from Nicholas, but I'll admit, there were a couple from me. I can't wait for 2:50 when the bus drops him back off so I can hear all about his day!

Summer Recap

Sorry for not posting lately. Been a busy, but fun summer.

Jason and the boys enjoyed a relaxing time at the beach with his family over the fourth. The boys and I and Jason have spent timeless hours playing in the backyard and the pool and hanging with the other neighborhood kids.

Jason and I celebrated our 8 year anniversary with a trip to Chicago. The boys got to spend the time with my parents and cousins. They love going to visit grandmomma and granddaddy and are already counting down the days till the Peanut Festival. Nicholas keeps talking about going to "grandmomma's" Fair!

Pic of Jason and I in Chicago...this in our reflection in the bean

Transformers 3 was filming right next to our hotel! So cool. We got to see them film an explosion.

Me on the top of the John Hancock Building.

We also spent a day at Lake Martin for my family reunion...Mother's side. It was wonderful to see everyone. Can't wait till next year!

Of course, we went the annual touch a truck here in Alpharetta. The boys look forward to it every year. This year, Jason arranged for Frito Lay to have a truck there as well. The boys that it was so cool that Daddy had a truck there!

Nicholas playing in the train

Nolan coming down the Fun Bus slide

The big event last week was open house at Nicholas's new school. I can't believe he starts Kindergarten tomorrow! Loved his teacher and hoping for a great year!

Nicholas also started playing flag football this past Saturday. His team won 27-14. He had so much fun and called grandmomma to tell her all about it once the game was over. He can't wait for all his family to come watch him play!

Nolan and Daddy cheering on Nicholas and the Gold Eagles

St George Island

We just got back from a week at St George Island. The perfect word to describe it...paradise. Thanks to the other mama for always talking about this place! It is officially my new favorite beach. Can't wait to go back next summer! We went with my sister's family and even got my parents down there. All the kids had a great time! Wonderful memories were made!

Nicholas jumping in the pool...yes he can swim now...my little boy is growing up

Nicholas and his cousin Scout

Nicholas and Nolan and their sand castle

My sweet Nolan...isn't he the cutest?

My wonderful family. I think Nolan was a little tired of pics by this time!

Kindergarten here we come!

Nicholas had his Pre-K graduation this past Tuesday. It was so cute and I didn't cry! Almost did 3 times, but I kept it together. No promises for the 1st day of school :)


They sang songs and got silly awards and their diplomas. Nicholas got the award for best dinosaur sound. He loves to roar like a T-Rex. Thank God for Advil, because he has taught little brother this sound also.

Below are some pics of our big boy...I'm so proud of him!

Dancing during the show

The graduate!

Jason, Me and the Grad

Grandmomma came! Nicholas was so excited to see her there!

Nicholas and his teacher Mrs. Ann. Can't wait for Nolan to have her in a couple of years