I Love Partys

After our block party last week I found the above declaration written in chalk on the steps.

(I also found the below drawing, which I can't explain)

Anyway, I love parties, too. And, I love the friends that come to them. 

That's it, just a simple declaration that We Love Parties.

A Cabin in the Woods

65 minutes door to door

boots and rain wear stocked for everyone

bunk beds, air hockey, and cable television

walks on a muddy trail

dogs swimming in a lake

dogs running unattended in the woods

dogs jumping in a strangers car

kids riding bikes

kids balancing on logs

kids wading in a lake

kids playing catch

kids begging for popsicles

a perfectly content infant

a perfectly mischievous toddler

a visit from Zaide

a famous Zaide treasure hunt

beer for brunch, beer for lunch, beer for happy hour, beer for dinner, beer for night caps

sister wives 

We left a trail of empties between there and here, we will find our way back.

Who Wore It Best?

We were even wearing the same earrings.

Its no wonder I love her sense of style.

Nothing Cuter

There is nothing cuter than these two spooning.

Kindergarten. He Rocked It.

Some parents feel their kid starts Kindergarten still their baby and ends that first year of school a different child, more independent, more secure away from Mom and Dad. 

Not me. Not Finn.

Finn was always at ease going to school. From Day 1 he was excited to learn, make friends, and eat lunch with the big kids. I felt zero guilt sending my baby off on that bus each morning so I could go home, sit in my jammies, and pretend I had nothing on my To Do List each day. And every afternoon, just after I quickly stripped off my PJs and dawned yoga pants, I ran to meet him at the bus to give him a big hug and kiss because I missed having him home with me as my little errand buddy. I don't think he ever missed me while he was at school though. And honestly, it feels good to know your kid is so confident and comfortable that at ages 5 and 6, he doesn't need his mom next to him to get through his day.

DAY 1

KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION

Part of the graduation ceremony included each child standing and stating in Spanish what they wanted to be when they grow up. Finn stood and said Cuando Yo sea grande, quiero ser un Inventor de Legos.  (When I grow up I want to be a Legos Inventor)

Finn and his BF, Wyatt

JOHN STANFORD ELEMENTARY KINDERGARTEN CLASS OF 2012

Proud of you, Buddy. Very Proud.

(Oops, almost forgot to mention that K Graduation coincided with Backwards/Mismatch Day at school. Though Finn typically wears his shirts backwards, his shoes most often match!)