Where does the time go?

I cannot believe I have not included a post in the last three months. Where does the time go?

Isabel is adjusting at Culbertson. I still worry (almost daily) if I have made the right decision for Isabel. I am not thrilled with Mrs. Lebo (her teacher) or the principal at Culbertson, although I must admit I think she is getting a good education. Daddy and I are so proud of you Isabel Grace. You are blooming in First Grade! You are making new friends and learning lots of new things at school.

There is no question Isabel that you have always loved books and being read to each day. However, you have not always loved reading on your own. In Kindergarten, you started to learn how to read, but you resisted reading and seemed to view it as a chore. I am so happy to see the transformation this year! You have not only grown to be a confident reader, but you now love, love, love reading to mommy and daddy! Some of your favorite "I Can Read" books are the Fancy Nancy Series and Pinkalicious.

Brayden and Chloe are at Trinity Preschool in Berwyn this year! It is so nice for them to go to school with their buddies. Chloe is in Pre-K with Maggie and Eva while Brady is in the 2's class with Jimmy. Chloe surprisingly reported to mommy a few belly aches at the beginning of the year, although her teacher, Mrs. Albanese, said Chloe seemed to transition beautifully to her new school. She described Chloe as smart, imaginative, confident, a leader among her peers, very social, and of course, funny! Apparently, Chloe creates games for everyone to play like Scooby Doo! Chloe has made some new friends at Trinity. Two early friends were Natalina and Scott! The little boy Scott ADORES Chloe. It was funny because at the School Social two different moms told Andy and I how their sons just love Chloe! I must admit this has me a little worried! Chloe you are a handful, kiddo! I do love you dearly as you bring a smile to my face each and every day. This is a wonderful gift, sweetheart.

Brayden, was so excited the first few weeks of school. He charged into the classroom and wanted to go to school just like his big sisters. However, about two weeks in things changed dramatically. He no longer wanted to go to school and would cling to my legs and cry out, "No School, No School Mommy!" He is a strong-willed little boy that does not quit easily. One day I waited in the hallway for almost 30 minutes. He started pounding on the walls and getting red in the face. Finally, the teachers relented and asked me to try again the next day. These tantrums lasted a full two weeks, but the teachers were patient, and finally, he adjusted to school. He loves seeing Jimmy. They have developed a great little friendship. They wrestle and love each other like brothers! Brady is a smart little boy. Last week at school they read a book about a turkey that gobbled up shapes. Ms. Lisa told me every time she turned the page he would shout out the shapes! She said he knows so much for being just 2 1/2. Brady knows his letters and most of their sounds, numbers, and all of his colors and shapes! The funny thing is Brady didn't know his colors until he was two years old and I remember being really worried that he was colorblind. Brady you are a smart and curious little boy who has no trouble keeping up with your big sisters. I love you Brady!

Some Funny Things my Kids Say!

Isabel has had "Shrek" throat three times in the last seven months.