Thursday, September 8, 2011
8 YEAR OLD PICTURES
I really wanted to get Dawson's pictures taken, but because of time and money constraints, I decided that we would try first. If they didn't work, we would put out a plea to get them done quickly. I was able to take 170 pictures in 20 minutes. Here are are some of our favorites.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
8 IS GREAT!
Today, our Dawson, bugs, Big D is 8 years old. Oh how we have loved him from the moment we knew he existed.
These 8 years have been a challenge. But life could not be better!
The family woke Dawson up and prepared to give him the best birthday ever!
He really wanted Ninjago stuff this year. We delivered!
He also LOVES Sugar Babies! (I just barely found out, but really, it is true LOVE!)
Dawson, we love you so much and are very proud of you! Stand tall and also remember who you are! With love, Mom & Dad
These 8 years have been a challenge. But life could not be better!
The family woke Dawson up and prepared to give him the best birthday ever!
He really wanted Ninjago stuff this year. We delivered!
He also LOVES Sugar Babies! (I just barely found out, but really, it is true LOVE!)
Dawson, we love you so much and are very proud of you! Stand tall and also remember who you are! With love, Mom & Dad
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
SECOND GRADE
We've done 2nd grade once before, but when you are doing something with Dawson, it's like you are doing it for the first time!!!
Here is the cutest letter that got sent home. It will also give you a sampling of his handwriting. Just click on the picture to see it bigger!!!
Here is the cutest letter that got sent home. It will also give you a sampling of his handwriting. Just click on the picture to see it bigger!!!
Monday, September 5, 2011
THEY SAY A PICTURE
is worth a thousand words. Here is what I just found in our bathroom and I HAD to share!!!
Sunday, September 4, 2011
GENTLE REMINDERS
I saw this video again today and just couldn't help but post it. I love, love, love this talk and the message. In times of adversity and trial, we can remember to laugh and keep an eternal perspective.
Friday, September 2, 2011
FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS
This was Faith's first assignment in Fifth Grade.
Following Directions
*Read directions 1-20 completely before beginning*
1. Write your name in the upper left hand corner of this paper.
2. Recite the ABC's out loud.
3. Write your favorite color in the lower right hand corner.
4. Walk around your desk three times clockwise.
5. Write down the number of people in your family.
6. Stand up and touch your toes five times.
7. Count backwards from ten out loud.
Following Directions
*Read directions 1-20 completely before beginning*
1. Write your name in the upper left hand corner of this paper.
2. Recite the ABC's out loud.
3. Write your favorite color in the lower right hand corner.
4. Walk around your desk three times clockwise.
5. Write down the number of people in your family.
6. Stand up and touch your toes five times.
7. Count backwards from ten out loud.
8. Write the product of 60x70.
9. Write your favorite food.
10. Go look out the window of the door to your room.
11. Recite "Mary Had a Little Lamb" out loud.
12. Say the ten times tables to yourself.
13. Look under your desk and see if there is any gum.
14. Write your first grade teacher's name.
15. Write your best friend's name.
16. Stand up and say out loud, "I have reached number sixteen!"
17. Write what time it is now.
18. Stand up and say your full name.
19. Put an x in front of direction number nineteen.
20. Ignore directions 1-19, write your name in the upper right hand corner, and enjoy watching those who didn't follow directions.
Out of 25 students, 2 did this assignment correctly! How did you do?
9. Write your favorite food.
10. Go look out the window of the door to your room.
11. Recite "Mary Had a Little Lamb" out loud.
12. Say the ten times tables to yourself.
13. Look under your desk and see if there is any gum.
14. Write your first grade teacher's name.
15. Write your best friend's name.
16. Stand up and say out loud, "I have reached number sixteen!"
17. Write what time it is now.
18. Stand up and say your full name.
19. Put an x in front of direction number nineteen.
20. Ignore directions 1-19, write your name in the upper right hand corner, and enjoy watching those who didn't follow directions.
Out of 25 students, 2 did this assignment correctly! How did you do?
Thursday, September 1, 2011
YAHOO/BOO-HOO DAY!
Today is the first day of school for 2011!!!
My sister's Robyn's kids started last week and she told me about a fun breakfast that they have for kindergarteners and their parents. It is called 'The Yahoo Boo-hoo Breakfast.' I was a bit confused for a moment ... she explained that some parents were saying "Yahoo!" and other parents were crying "Boo-hoo"! I thought that this was SO much fun!
This year, Dawson was easy to get up and moving, while Faith took more prodding. We made blue pancakes in the letter C for Chubbuck Elementary. Next year will be more complicated since Faith will start middle school - ugh!
I am probably more excited than they are, but I know that it's going to be a great year! I hope that they feel the excitement of learning something new!
I put a fun free printable on their cookies for lunch that said, "You're one smart cookie! Enjoy your first day of school!" I also found some fun school jokes that I will add in their lunches next week. For some of these and more, stop by How Does She.
The kids let me walk them to the bus stop! I am making cookies for the kids getting off the bus stop too ... I just can't help shouting out a little "Yahoo" today!!!
My sister's Robyn's kids started last week and she told me about a fun breakfast that they have for kindergarteners and their parents. It is called 'The Yahoo Boo-hoo Breakfast.' I was a bit confused for a moment ... she explained that some parents were saying "Yahoo!" and other parents were crying "Boo-hoo"! I thought that this was SO much fun!
This year, Dawson was easy to get up and moving, while Faith took more prodding. We made blue pancakes in the letter C for Chubbuck Elementary. Next year will be more complicated since Faith will start middle school - ugh!
Faith's C
Dawson's C
He loves getting his picture taken so early in the morning!
Traditional picture by the tree
Dawson measured in at 47 inches with his shoes on!
Faith measured in at 58 1/2 inches without shoes!
This could mean a pretty big milestone if she keeps growing like she has been!
This could mean a pretty big milestone if she keeps growing like she has been!
I am probably more excited than they are, but I know that it's going to be a great year! I hope that they feel the excitement of learning something new!
I put a fun free printable on their cookies for lunch that said, "You're one smart cookie! Enjoy your first day of school!" I also found some fun school jokes that I will add in their lunches next week. For some of these and more, stop by How Does She.
The kids let me walk them to the bus stop! I am making cookies for the kids getting off the bus stop too ... I just can't help shouting out a little "Yahoo" today!!!
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