Surprise!!

For my Dad's 65th birthday, we planned to surprise him at his favorite restaurant, The Patio. We met there Friday night and boy was he surprised!! Nicole, Blair, and the girls didn't end up coming since they were all sick with the flu. We missed them but had a good time.

Andrew and Uncle Chris (Andrew just loves him!)

The fam

my dad had extra wood laying around so they made a shelf(?)

they already love the power tools!!

When they were finished, the shelf had 30+ screws and nails in it. They had a blast working on it and are now in project mode. For my birthday, they made me a plant shelf. I love it!!

School Begins

I can't believe how the summer has flown by. I had a great summer with the boys and are continually thankful that I can stay home with the boys. But, all good things must come to and end! Will started 1st grade in early August...when did my baby grown up?? He was so excited on his first day.

It's been a couple of weeks since school started and we've had some bumps along the way. So, if you are a praying person, please say a little prayer for Will today.

Andrew was excited when school finally started for him. He loves it and is always excited to go.

Library Rewards

We love the summer reading program through our library. The boys read enough books this summer to earn some great prizes. Two of the prizes they each received were kid's meals from White Castle and free bowling games. So, before school started, we decided to give both a shot for the first time.

They LOVED White Castle!! Will had sliders and Andrew had chicken rings - really...chicken should not come in ring form. Will is already talking about going there for his birthday in May. We may have created a monster!!

Bowling was a blast! We had so much fun together! What a great day with my 3 favorite boys!!