Monarch Butterflies

Below are a few pictures of the girls releasing some monarch butterflies after they came out of their cocoons in our butterfly houses.

Farm Breakfast

Mary Kaitlyn's class recently had a Farm Breakfast., so we dressed the part.

Mary Kaitlyn's field trip

Mary Kaitlyn went on her very first fieldtrip earlier this month. They went to Kidz Country. She had a blast with her friends petting animals, feeding animals, and riding on a hayride.

Mary Kaitlyn getting off the bus. This was her first time to ever ride a school bus, and she was very excited.

Feeding a rabbit

Feeding a goat

Riding a pony

Carrying her pumpkin out of the field after she made her selection

Madelyn's Field trip

Madelyn recently had the opportunity to learn about Lewis and Clark by going to a travel expedition of their adventures. She learned about the weapons of that era and the medicine (or lack there of if you ask me!). She was able to see a replica of their boat that they used to go up the Missouri river. The original was sold and later destroyed. They had question and answer time at all the stations. While we were at the boat station, Madelyn asked where they took their baths. She was told in the Missouri River. I could see by the look on her face that she did not approve of that.

Replica of Lewis and Clark boat

Madelyn checking out the boat


A replica cannon of that era as it was being fired. VERY LOUD!



Madelyn watching as a blacksmith showed the children how the iron was made hot then molded into objects. They saw a nail and hanger/hook being made.

Our Cats--Then and Now

Casey and CJ have come a long way. Below I have a picture of their first "meet and greet." As you can see, it did not go too well. It took a while, but they are now the best of friends. They still "play fight" some. The 2nd picture show the cats taking a nap together, which they love to do every afternoon.

Some summer fun pictures

Here are some pictures from this summer.

We had a great summer, but it flew by!

Lyle, Debbie, Haley, and Brandon came to visit this summer over July 4th weekend. What fun! We had a great time at the sprinkler park.

Mary Kaitlyn

Haley, Mary Kaitlyn, and Madelyn waiting for the water to splash on them.

Haley and Madelyn

Haley, Madelyn, and Mary Kaitlyn

Brandon shooting the water gun at Haley and Mary Kaitlyn.

Mary Kaitlyn and Haley defending themselves against Brandon.

Madelyn helping Mary Kaitlyn as they prepare for the bucket of water to pour out on them.

And they get wet.

Brandon enjoys his snack. According to him, I am pretty smart because I brought snacks.

Sara and I took Madelyn, Mary Kaitlyn, Emma, and Ty to see the Disney Christmas Carol train.

Emma, Ty, Madelyn, and Mary Kaitlyn with the Christmas carolers.

Madelyn and Mary Kaitlyn holding their train ticket.

After the Disney Christmas train adventure and dinner, we went roller skating.

Mary Kaitlyn

Emma and Madelyn




Before school started back, the girls and I went to the Children's Museum. They have a new exhibit with a green wall and children can select a scene and be in the news.

Madelyn giving the traffic report.

Mary Kaitlyn giving the weather report.

Mary Kaitlyn trying to get a paper airplane to fly.

Madelyn dancing.

School Starts

School started Monday with a great start! Both girls love their teachers and their classrooms. When asked by someone about her day, Mary Kaitlyn would 1st tell you that she is sitting by 2 boys. She doesn't tell you that there is a girl is at her table too. Every table has 2 boys and 2 girls, but this seems to be of importance to her. Below are some pictures from their 1st morning.

Mary Kaitlyn and Madelyn

Madelyn is striking a pose.

Madelyn at her desk.

Mary Kaitlyn in front of her cubbie.

Mary Kaitlyn shows off her ID necklace that she found at her spot at her table.

I can't believe how big our girls are getting. Slow down!!!