First Day of School 2020

Monday was our first day of school. We are starting a bit early this year so we can take time off when we move and maybe do some traveling. We've finished up our first week and it feels good to be back in our routine and learning together! Some days may seem long, but teaching my kiddos really is the best job in the world. 

Nora: kindergarten

Annie: 4th grade

Sophie: 2nd grade

Jacob: 4th grade

my students!

 

Thomas: 19 Months

Thomas was not interested in posing for any pictures--he wanted to run through the grass and walk up and down the stairs with Daddy. We all adore this baby boy. Sometimes he feels a bit smothered by his siblings, I think. ;) At 19 months, Thomas continues to love being outside and reading books. Some current favorites are The Very Busy Spider and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See. He is cutting his one year old molars. He's still nursing 3-4 times a day, and taking two naps. We're going to keep up that morning nap as long as possible; it makes school with the big kids easier. Thomas loves chicken, sweet potatoes, and strawberries. He also really loves his mama. He's my snuggle-buddy, and I'm soaking it up while it lasts. His hair is growing (and curling) and that little dimple has us all cooing over him!

 

Lake Time!

Much thanks to Aunt Gigi and Uncle B for hosting us for boatloads of fun at the lake!

 

VBS with Honey and Poppa

Of all the Covid-related cancellations, I think my kids were the saddest about Vacation Bible School. Honey and Poppa came to the rescue with cousin VBS! The kiddos had a blast learning about how Jesus' power pulls us through. Thanks, Honey and Poppa, for transforming our basement into the best VBS yet!

 

Change of Scenery

We spent a week with Honey and Poppa and our cousins (and their parents!) at Lake Junaluska in the Smoky Mountains. We explored Cataloochee, played Putt-Putt, went canoeing, swam almost every day, played games, read books, did art projects, and feasted every night. So thankful for a change of scenery in such a beautiful place!