Back To School!

Bruce and Linda started school this morning. They are going to a different elementary school this year. I walked them to their classes this morning. It was pretty chaotic at the school with all the parents bringing their kids and supplies and trying to find classrooms. Bruce and Linda have classrooms right by the playground. Score! :). I'm going to miss them so much in the days! 2 kids at school full day and 2 kids at home. It should be pretty quiet around the house in the days. Here's hoping for a great school year.

Bruce is in the 2nd grade. His teacher is Mrs. Garrison. I met her this morning and I have a good feeling about her. She seems really organized, kind, and I think Bruce will like her.

Bruce injured his toes earlier in the week and they were still hurting really badly this morning. I gave him some Motrin and wrapped his toes. He was limping in to school. I felt bad he had to go with an injury. Running is his favorite thing to do at recess. He probably have to wait until Monday before he can enjoy recess without pain.

Linda is in the 1st grade. Her teacher is Mrs. Briggs. The jury is still out on her teacher. Her classroom was more chaotic with crying kids and tons of parents. I wasn't able to tell what kind of teacher she will be. Cross your fingers!

This is Linda's first year that she attends school full day and eats lunch in the cafeteria. She was a little timid this morning when I had to leave. I know she'll do great though. I felt bad just leaving her in a totally unfamiliar situation and having her fend for herself. Can't wait for her to get home and tell me
that she had a happy day so I can relax.

I'm not going to lie. I cried all the way home. I thought I'd be perfectly fine. I felt bad that Bruce was going to be in pain all day. Mostly I'm nervous for Linda. I just hope she doesn't feel lost in the crowd today and that her teacher can see the wonderful person that she is.
I love these kids.

AFTER SCHOOL REPORT:
Bruce and Linda were very happy when I picked them up this afternoon. They both had great days. They even played together at recess which makes me happy. Okay, we all survived the first day of school and we're ready for the rest of the school year now. :)

Swimming Lessons

We took one session of swimming lessons over the past 2 weeks. The kids loved it and we're all sporting pretty good tans now. :) They learned a lot in just a little bit of time. We're hoping to keep Jane in lessons twice a week in the Fall. She'll love having something to look forward to each week.

Here's Linda practicing her kicking.

Jane and Linda were in the same class but in different groups. Jane is left and Linda is holding on to the pole.

Bruce swimming!

What was their favorite part of swimming lessons? JUMPING OFF THE DIVING BOARD!!

Bruce - 7yr. Stats

Bruce went to his yearly physical today. He is healthy and strong, with the exception of three of his toes that he hurt at swimming lessons. How do you hurt your toes at swimming lessons? You jump in the 3ft. with straight legs. But, the toes aren't broken and he should be back in action by the weekend.

                                           

Height: 4ft. 2.5inches   (87th percentile)

Weight: 52lbs.               (55th percentile)

BMI: 14.44kg               (17th percentile)        

Go Tigers!

Today was the opening ceremonies for Bruce's soccer league. They had all of the teams march out and had the first kick of the season. They also took their team and individual pics and had their first game. Bruce did great! It's amazing how much he's improved since he played last year in VA. He's really aggressive and LOVES to play. We had a fun day and I like being a soccer mom. :)

Bruce scored one goal in the game today.

Look at this cool dude!

Bruce and his proud dad. They love playing soccer in the backyard, in the house, everywhere!

We're looking forward to a fun season.

Sea Life Aquarium

We used the other half of our Lego Land tickets and went to the Sea Life Aquarium in Carlsbad yesterday.

It was a nice aquarium...a little on the small side, but we all enjoyed it.

Happy 4th Birthday to Jane!

My sweet Jane, I love that...

You skip everywhere you go, literally.
You love to cuddle. When you sit next to someone you have your side touching theirs.When someone lays down next to you you put your arm around their neck.
You can hold your own with the boys, but you can also fit right in with the girls. 
You love to play at the playground. You really enjoy being a kid.
You demand homework when the big kids are doing theirs.
You are athletic. You especially enjoy gymnastics and swimming.
You have a sugar tooth. You get that from the Nielson side of the family.
You are always saying silly things.
You are so independent.
You are so brave. When you see the pediatrician, arthritis specialist, eye specialist, you have no fear. You don't even cry when you get shots. You are very brave when they take your blood and you never fight the nurse even though it is painful.
You are confident. You are never jealous of the things your siblings get to do. You are always happy for them.
You love animals. You especially LOVE dogs. You did not inherit this from your parents. This is a love you developed all on your own.
You get so excited about things. At even the simplest things you see or you're told your blue eyes get so big and you simply say. "WOW"
You're unique. I can't even begin to explain your personality to others. You are so funny and quirky. You're great.

I love you Jane. You are my special angel.