Presley's class field trip to the Pumpkin Patch!!

Presley picking out her pumpkin!!

Presley's class at the pumpkin patch!!!

What a sweet little face!!!

We had such a great time at the pumpkin patch!!! The kids got to hear a story about pumpkins and how they grow, they got to pet animals, and take a hayride!!! It is so much fun to see these kids being kids and having a great time with their teachers!!! Presley would not leave until she picked out a pumpkin for each of her brothers!!! That's my little girl always thinking of others!!! She really had such a great time. It was the first time that Presley has ever been on the bus (of course, her overprotective mommy was with her!!!) I must say she wasn't that impressed with the bus!! She thought that it was loud and bumpy!!!( Her words not mine!! I swear!!) It is on days like this that I am so thankful that I am blessed to be a stay at home mom!!! I love being able to experience all of these things with my kids!! It is just one more way to make an impression in my children's lives and memories that we will always treasure!!!

Look who's the Character Kid!!!

Presley was picked to be the Character Kid for her Class the Character trait was responsibility!! We are so proud of her. When you are chosen to be the Character Kid you get to have special breakfast in the morning with your parents and your picture is hung outside of the cafeteria with a write up from your teacher!! Presley's teacher wrote: Presley is a very responsible your lady. She listens well and follows directions correctly!!! Way to go Presley!! Daddy and I are so proud of you. Of course, the breakfast was donuts and orange juice!! You can tell by the look on her face that she doesn't like either one!!!

Look who is standing up!!

I love walking into this after a nap or bedtime!!!

Camden is starting to stand!! I knew that the time would come I just thought I could hold him off for a little while longer. I have to admit there is nothing cuter than going into his room and seeing him standing in his bed!!! He is not only standing he is starting to say some words. He says DaDa and MaMa and he is pointing at everything. He loves abbie (the dog!!) if only she wasn't 100 years old maybe she would play with him. Believe me she keeps her distance. He is really starting to enjoy some of the toys that we have. He loves anything that talks and lights up!! Of course, he doesn't like anything as much as he loves his brother and sister. He lights up when they come into the room.

Pajama Party Picnic

The kids decorated the box on their own!!!

Even Daddy and Abbie joined in the fun!!!

What a yummy lunch!!!

Well, we had a lot of rain and school was cancelled!! I know I was thinking the same thing....School cancelled for RAIN!!! As you can imagine this was not going to spell out a lot of fun if I didn't come up with something. My original plan for the day was to do laundry that was piling up and get some stuff done around the house. As the morning began I realized that wasn't going to happen. I took a minute and looked at my kids and how big they are growing right in front of me and decided I could waste this day by trying to get things done and letting them play on their own or I could make this a day that they would remember. I gave them a big box and told them that they could decorate it any way they wanted and I went a got everything together for our first "Family pajama picnic!!" I printed out invitations and taped them on their doors and told them to meet me in the living room with their favorite stuffed animal. It was at this moment that I realized how much fun this was for them. They were so excited. These are the moments in life that you don't get back.... The little moments when as a mother you realize how important every second you spend with them is. We all had so much fun and the kids talked about it all day long!!! I am glad that I didn't waste the day cleaning and doing laundry!!! I'll save that for when they are in school growing up!!!

In his bath seat for the 1st time!!

Look at those two little teeth!!!

Mommies sweet little baby taking a bath in the Big bath tub!! I know what you are thinking...He looks a little big to be in the big bath for the first time!! For those of you who have three kids you understand this well. It is much easier to keep giving him a bath in the small bathtub in order to keep your eyes on the other two while they are taking their showers!!! I love being the mom of three kids this is just one of those things that makes life a little less stressful!!! Believe me every little thing helps!!! Doesn't he look so BIG in that seat!!!

Carsen's first School Project!

Well we have reached an important milestone in Carsen's school career!!! His first school project. He had to do a time line from the time he was born until now!!! I don't know if this was more fun for him or for Daddy and I!! Of course, I wanted to dress it up with bubble letters and pretty decorations but Daddy had to remind me that I was helping my oldest son!!! I can't believe how time has flown!! You know that your kids are growing up when they get real grades instead of just S's and E's!!!

Let the trouble begin!!!

Here is the little man starting to get into trouble. He is 9 months old and on the move. As you can see he is into everything!!! What a sweet little face. It is hard to punish a little smile like that. I am sure he will get away with a lot more than he needs to!!!!

Here comes the Texas Rangers!!

Check out those wrist bands!!(That is all Daddy!!!)

Yes he is a lefty!!!

Another baseball year has started!! Carsen is playing on the Texas Rangers this year. Coach Bowdie is his coach again this year and we are so thankful for that!!! Even though the parents are not allowed to pick which team the kids are on I was praying that we would be with Bowdie. He does such a great job with the boys. He really takes the time to teach the kids the game and he does it in such a gentle way!!! Carsen is playing second base this year and loving every minute of it!!! I am going have a little Mommy moment here and do a little bragging!!! I believe that we are all entitled to a little of that every now and then. He has had such a great season already. He has had 3 home runs (in one game) and has caught fly balls left and right. It is so fun to watch him play this year. He has a true love for the game. Every day he wants to go and practice with Daddy and is always asking when is his next game. It is such a joy to watch a little boy who enjoys the game it makes it all worth while!!!

Priceless Memories!!

I love that Camden is holding Carsen's hand!!!

These are some of my favorite shots that Chris took of the kids!! I LOVE the picture of their feet. I can promise that one will be blown up big and hung over my bed!! I love it when a photograph captures how small they actually are!! These pictures show how much they all love each other and for that I am ever grateful!!!

Pictures in the Park!!

How could you not kiss those cheeks!!!

My niece Chris is going to college to photography and wanted to take some pictures of the kids in the park. She did a wonderful job and got some really great pictures of the them. We all know how hard it can be to get a good shot of all three at once!! Every time I see all of them together in a picture I wonder how all of them could look so much like their Daddy!!! Camden especially looks just like Tom. I have never seen anything like it!! What a cute group of little ones!! Thank you Chris for taking time out of your busy schedule for these photos they are priceless. You did a wonderful job!!!

What a face!!!

Look how big this little one is getting. He is 9 months old and is wearing his first pair of tennis shoes!! Of course, Daddy loves this. I don't put things like that on him often because it makes him look so old and I know that it is only a matter of time before he will be living in tennis shoes like his older brother!! He is crawling like a pro (military crawl) and is pulling up to stand. I will not lie most of the time I sit him back down. You know me I will try to keep him "little" as long as I possible. He is eating everything in sight and LOVES table food. He wants everything that his brother and sister have!! I know that it is only a matter of time until he is mobile and life as I know it will be turned upside down!!! Sweet little baby boy!!

Carsen in his Classroom!!

I love that Carsen is in the Second grade and will still wear the Burger King Crown!!!

Where do I even start with Carsen. He is one of the sweetest, kindest, soft hearted little boys I know!! I have watched him grow into such a little gentlemen over the years. He is always looking out for others (especially his little sister!!). He was excited for school to start, but I think he was most excited about Presley being there. He feels like it is his duty daily to walk her to class and make sure that she is taken care of. The picture that I posted with the two of them holding hands that was Carsen's idea and it hasn't stopped. I watch him everyday from carpool grab her hand and lead her to class. It is in those moments that I am so proud of both of them. They look out for one another and have always been so close. I thought that once they hit this age it might stop but so far it hasn't!!! Truth be told for those of you who know Presley well know that she doesn't need anyone to take care of her, but she always allows Carsen to play the role of protector!! Carsen loves his school and has made great friends. He looks forward to going and of course knows all the teachers and workers. Carsen, every year you amaze me at what you become. I have always said that God has something special planned for your life. You are the light of my everyday. I couldn't be more proud of the man you are growing into. I don't think that you realize how much you teach me on a daily basis!! I pray that love you have in your heart for others will only grow with you. You show me everyday what it is like to love Jesus as only a trusting child knows how. I am so proud to have you as a son!!!

Presley in her classroom!!

Presley with her teacher!!

Presley with her Para pro!!!

Here is the BIG girl eating breakfast!! Daddy and I always take them out to eat before the first day of school!! It is one of those things that we all look forward to!! Presley looks so grown up. When we got to her class she walked right in like she had been there for years. I couldn't have asked for two better teachers!! They are both so sweet and I got that nice feeling that mommies get when they know that their child is placed with wonderful teachers!! There is nothing better than knowing that your child is being loved on while they are at school. Presley, I can't even begin to tell you how proud I am of the young lady you have become. It is my prayer that you will touch the hearts of your friends and spread the love of Jesus to people around you. I know that God has so much in store for you and I cannot wait to see it unfold over the years. Always remember the words to your favorite song at the moment "There could never be a more beautiful you!". I love you with all my heart and feel so blessed that God chose me to be your Mommy!!

The First Day of School!!!

It doesn't get any cuter than this!!! Carsen LOVES taking care of his sister!!!

Well, the time has come!! I now have a big second grader and a big kindergartner!!! I really can't believe how quickly they are growing up!!! It seems like just yesterday I was dropping them off at preschool!! Tom has a little tradition of making the kids a sign each year for the first day. This year Carsen wanted a life saver and Presley wanted a butterfly!! Carsen's sign says "May the force be with me in Second Grade!" Presley's says "Flying into Kindergarten". I really look forward to these signs because even though Tom won't admit it he loves doing them and they make the greatest pictures!!! Ommie came over early so she could see them before school and watch Camden while Tom and I took them out to breakfast at Burger King!!(Another tradition that we do every year!). Then we drove them to school and walked them in and of course I held it together while we were there but once I got back to the car I began to cry!! I have heard people say that the more kids you have the easier the first day of Kindergarten gets. I do not believe that is true!! I miss my little ones being at home. I know that they have to grow up so I will continue to embrace every milestone and make wonderful memories as the years go on!!