Hard Day

Well, as you can see the first day back to school just took it out of Denver. This was about 6 p.m. and he had already been out for an hour.

Averi's quote of the day: "Mommy, we didn't have to go meet our teachers this year because we already know them." I guess with all the talk of this being a new year she expected to be in different class today...I don't know.You'll have to excuse the dirty face...she had a hard day too.

The Countdown Begins

We ended the year with a countdown to Christmas. Now we're beginning the year with a countdown to school starting again. I think the first is a bit more exciting for us all. I can't believe how fast life seems to pass these days. I just remember as a child thinking it took forever for Christmas to get here and summer vacation seemed to arrive at a turtle's pace. Now that I am a parent the days pass by so quickly. I have enjoyed these past couple of weeks so much. The house has been filled with so many sounds I hope I never forget. The laughter coming from Denver and Averi makes my heart happy, they have been singing along with their new CD player, they have been running around playing HyperDash (which of course calls for more laughter.) I have so enjoyed snuggling on the couch, taking afternoon naps, and playing the tickle game with them. They are growing so fast and I know soon these moments won't be as easy to come by. I try to cherish each moment and enjoy it to the fullest. I thank the Lord each and every day for blessing me with 2 beautiful children.