Back to School

It's that time of the year "again" even though at our house it's our first back to school! Lucas started Kindergarten today. I can't believe my little man is ready for packed lunches, carpool lines, and a homeroom teacher. Let's hope I'm ready. 

Ready with a new wardrobe of Randolph school clothes (yes, school uniforms) with shirts always buttoned all the way (he insists), a big "Schultuete" (a German tradition) filled with goodies from Oma, and his sweet smile, Lucas let us get a few shots of him this morning before heading off on his big day. 

I think little sister was a bit jealous of the pretty caterpillar cone. A few more years little one...

And even a few shots with mom and dad. I'm going to have to savor that on his way in to school this morning he still let us hold his hand! These moments are precious and I'm afraid fleeting.

And a picture with Mrs. Bernick, his new teacher.

 

                                             
Proudly showing off his name on the "K"

And little miss Haley also had her first day of "school" last week. She started preschool (or maybe the "Twos" program) at First Christian. She was also very excited and only shed a few tears when mommy left.

My two messes together. Note the upside down sign. :)

And hugs for mommy before heading off to school!

Happy new school year everyone! 

My Munchkins

Love that these two love each other so much.

And give kisses.

And snuggle.

Who Doesn't ...

 ... love a book nook?

Bath Time Fun

Bath time is always an event around here.

Part of the 100 steps of getting to bed.

But we always have time to goof and be silly.

And to make a few faces.

And check out each others tongues.

And for a few grins.

And always for big smiles.

Winters End

It's been a cold winter! Days and days of sub-zero temperatures. And I thought we stayed in the South for a reason. Brr. 

We didn't get too much snow with our cold, cold temperatures but just enough to have a little snow playtime.

And we made use of any warmer days and got outside!

But now it's spring and we're excited to be hanging up our hats and jackets!

(At least hopefully soon...we did have snow again two days ago)!

Check-Up Time

Time for weight and height checks.

And a head to toe check.

And of course shots.

They were troopers.
Only a few tears!

And Lucas is skinny and tall. As always.

Weight 42.75 lbs (55%ile)
Height 45.75 lbs (87%ile)

And I promise we feed Haley.

Weight 22 lbs 3 oz (8%ile)
Height 32.75 inches (28%ile)

As always blessed to have two amazing and healthy children.

Pumpkin Patch

We've been going to the Pumpkin Patch right by our house every year since Lucas was born. So this was our 5th year! I love traditions like that and once again I was sad to realize that our yearly visit was going to mark another last: our last Nashville pumpkin patch visit (or maybe not… we can always come back).

I love the fall and I love fall colors. The pumpkin patch is one of my favorite backgrounds for my mini amateur photo shoots.

We had to break out the pink cowboy boots for the occasion. 

And the scary faces!

And of course our best smiles!

And yes. We took this one home…(the kid and the pumpkin).

And for my nostalgic sake here are some pictures from our past pumpkin patch visits.

2012

2011

2010

2009