Emmalee went to "preschool" at the rec center for two weeks. Her best little buddy was in the class with her, so she was excited to go...the first day anyway. I was amazed to hear that she had actually cried for me during the class. The last class, she cried almost the whole time. She's always been so easy to leave with anyone...she's just not a big fan of school. At least we've got a few years left to change her mind.

It's been so much fun having Emma home during the day while Ryan's at school. We spend our time reading books, going to story time at the library, mommy-and-me swim lessons, playing dress-up and just having fun. She has such an imagination and lively personality, that no day is boring!

Emma's first day of "school"

It's hard for me to believe, but "Little Guy" started first grade in September. He's been in school a month and loves it. He likes his teacher, Ms. Cobain. He did tell me that she was "pretty demanding." I asked her to keep it up. :) I'm hoping that he'll be challenged this year and continues to enjoy school. It's been so much fun to have him reading to us, rather than us reading to him all the time.

Ryan also started soccer in September. We spend each Saturday morning watch the six-year-olds play; it's quite entertaining! Ryan keeps us entertained by falling on his bum, but continuing to kick the ball; egging the other team on to come and get the ball before he can kick the goal kick; and running with such determination. You just have to see the look on his face as he heads on down the field.

Ryan's first day of first grade

The Transformer and the Fairy

Just trying this out...

I've enjoyed viewing blogs from our friends over in Idaho, so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm not very good at sending pictures to family and friends; this might be the best way to pass on photos of Ryan and Emmalee as they grow. More to come...