Brooklyn's 2nd Birthday

Well Brooklyn's 2nd birthday wasn't the greatest day as she was sick with a fever.  She enjoyed hanging out in Mom and Dad's bed watching Mickey Mouse with her blankie and paci!!
Last night as a 1 year old

Sick birthday girl =(

 She started felling better and having fun

She kicked her sickness quickly and was ready for her birthday party that weekend.
Her 2nd Birthday Party!!

Brooklyn, wow how you have changed this year.  First, you have grown a lot!!  You hit a major growth spurt during the summer.  You also started talking more and more.  You are very independent, determined, and like to have lots of fun.  You are always trying to keep up with your brothers and you do quite well. You love swimming and make sure that mom doesn't hold or touch you.  You are very independent in your life jacket and want to do lazy rivers and pools all by yourself.  If you are left alone for any length of time, your creative side tries to see what mess you can create!  You started school 2 days a week and your teacher's first comments were "she is quite independent and she loves to be my helper!"  You love school and never have a problem when I leave you.  Your love of life is inspiring and it's fun to watch you embrace it.  We love you sweet, precious girl.  Happy 2nd birthday.  We can't wait to see what this next year will bring.

2 year stats -

Weight - 31.9 lbs - 90-95%

Height - 37 inches - > 97%

Blake and Ben's First Day of School

Blake is starting 2nd grade and the day has come for Ben to start Kindergarten. Ben was super excited and was not scared or worried at all about school. That helped me not be too sad and I knew he would be great and have a fun time. He has a couple of good friends in his class and he was happy about that. He also has Blake's kindergarten teacher, Miss Wolfe, so that is a huge blessing. We love her and know that Ben is in good hands.

Blake was happy to start 2nd grade as well. He knew quite a few kids in his class, but 2nd grade seems a little more serious. His teacher is Mrs. Joyce and we have heard great things about her. Can't wait to see the boys grow and learn a lot this school year!

Brooke's First Day of School

Brooke had her first day of Mother's Day Out! She was excited to go to school! She always wants to be big like her brothers. It was nice because her school starts before the boys. So Brent and I took the boys to the Frisco Discovery Science Center and then shoe shopping for school. Brooke's teachers first comments were "Wow, she is very independent....I'm impressed." She had a great day and was excited to go back.

This is a random pic from a few days before. Brooke seems to often get into the pantry and help herself to Oreos. She's a mess!

Blake's 8th Birthday

I'm sure I say this every birthday but WOW I can't believe that Blake is 8!

This year Blake wanted to have his party at Amazing Jake's which is a big indoor games, rides, laser tag, rock climbing, etc. The kids all played laser tag together and then went upstairs and did all kinds of activities. Blake and his friends had a great time! I on the other hand did not. My new iPhone 4 that I had for about 3 weeks was stolen at the party. I wasn't too bothered until I realized how expensive iPhone's were when not bought on a contract extension. Oh well. Glad Blake had a blast so it's all good.

Birthday morning opening his gift....another DSi since the other one broke



Having breakfast on the "You are special today" red plate

Party time
Blake and Eric
Brynna, Kate, Addy, and Parker
Liam and Walt
Brookie

Ben and AJ....... hugging a little too close

Blake's cookie cake...per his request
He got his whole name!
Laser Tag




Game time







Blake, you bring so much joy and laughter to our lives! You are the most sweet and caring little boy. You always are asking people how their day was and remembering to ask them how something went. You are such a hard worker in your company, BSBA. You love to email everyone and are still a whiz on the computer. You received an iPod touch from Grand and Pops for your birthday and you are super excited to add apps and put all your music on it. It's great because you can do it all yourself! You continue to keep everyone updated on your blog....The Blakeington post that you decided to create one day. You started Taekwondo this year and are really enjoying it. You did great in your belt testing and were so pumped to get your yellow belt. You have the most incredible memory. I often find myself asking you to remind me about specific events, etc. You are a great student and your teachers love to have you in their class. You are truly a blessing in our lives and we are so thankful we are your parents!!