This past weekend we made weekend trip to Saugutuck, Mi to visit with Mike's sister Sandra, her husband Steve, and the kiddos. It was my first time meeting the 1 1/2 yr old Triplets! We had a very nice visit! Channing has been sad though, he really misses his cousin Alex. Today, he was very down and I asked him what was wrong. He replied, "I really miss my buddy, cousin, Alex...Can I see him again"?

While Olivia was in school, I decided to take Gavin and Channing to the Farm Park with some friends! This will be our last little outing (for awhile) before Channing starts preschool! The boys had a blast feeding all of the farm animals and of course, playing on the large slide built into a Silo!
The picture with the 3 of them on the couch is our movie weekend ritual! They grab their favorite blanket with pillow and find a spot on the couch and we pick out a movie together! Sometimes they all 3 snuggle up, spread out or crash on the floor! So much fun and memories to last a lifetime! :)

Exciting news! Channing starts preschool Sept 8th! :)

Today was Olivia's first day of First Grade! She was so happy for school to start. I took her to school this morning and took pictures and waited for them to introduce the teachers. This year, they would not allow parents in the classroom to take pictures so looks like I will have to wait until open house. Makes me so sad that she's growing up. Olivia was sad to learn that her best friend Emily isn't in her class with her this year.
Olivia rode the bus home from school and was so excited to tell me all about her first day of school!

Mommy night out!!!

It's always fantastic to get a breather from the kids! This past Sat night I went out with my best friend Brandy and my brother to watch a great band! :)

Yesterday, mom and I took Olivia and Channing to Springfield, Il to go school clothes shopping! We found so many great deals. It was nice spending time with mom. Gavin stayed with Mike so that the focus was on the 2 going to school this year.

Today is a Fantastic day!! The weight has been lifted off of my shoulders! Today, I recieved Channing's acceptance letter into Preschool! Big boy starts school after Labor Day! He's Very Excited!

Gavin loves to help around the house. Mike was trying to fix the boys' dresser and Gavin ran to get his play hammer to help. Today, Olivia experienced her first Gum-in-the- hair moment. It took me a while to get it out. With the help of Peanut butter and LOTS of conditioner and a good pick, we worked it out. NOT FUN. I was seriously praying that I would be able to get it out without having to cut her hair and while I was picking through her hair, I heard her whispering. I asked her what she was saying and she said she was praying to God that he helps me to get the gum out of her hair. Never a dull moment in my house! :)

Enjoying what's left of the Summer! Olivia starts First grade next Wednesday! Channing will be going to preschool *we are still waiting on the letter of acceptance* Hopefully, hearing something soon!

Summer fun