School Days

The summer went by so fast this year and before we knew it, it was time for school to be back in session. Dominic started middle school this year, 7th grade!

A new school for Dominic. He switches classes and teachers for every period. He has a gym locker and has to change into gym clothes. He has to get up at 6 am and get on the bus at 6:52. This kid is really growing up.

He decided to continue on with orchestra and is still playing the cello. He also decided to join in student government. He got his PSSA scores from last year and still continues to be advanced in everything. We are very proud of him!

Logan also started pre-k this fall. We had to wait a month to see about some scheduling conflicts and a potential job opportunity. He started late but was SO excited for the first day! He talked about it all day long. He got to cut paper and make a tree and write his name. This kid, I adore him.

My boys are growing up so fast! Next year we will have an 8th grader, a kindergartener and a pre-k girl. I may need to hold back the tears.

End of Summer - Backyard Camping

Our last big fun thing of summer was backyard camping with our friends. I am not really a camper. I do not like sleeping on the ground and my back really does not allow it, anyway. I am more of a trailer type camper! However, we hosted the camp out since it was FOR THE KIDS!

Grant and Rex arrived early to help Gary put together our new trampoline. Logan had been asking for one for awhile and we got it as a combined gift for the kids. It was a BIG hit at the camp out.
As soon as everyone arrived, the guys set up tents. The moms entertained the kids. Amber and I ran out to get some last minute batteries and chairs.

Soon enough, we were cooking by the campfire. Stef made crock pot mac-n-cheese and we cooked hot dogs over the fire. We also had s'mores and marshmallows.

All photos taken by: Stef

 

The kids played in a small tent, ran around the house, jumped on the trampoline, played on the swing set, played in the sand and had a blast. The adults sat by the fire and sang songs, talked and just relaxed. It was a great night of fun and friends.