Birthday Surprise!

One of the things that is great about our six-pack........... is when kids need a birthday party all they have to do is invite us!!! So, of course, it only makes sense to celebrate my nieces birthdays (July 4th and August 9th ) while we are in town. Aunt Elizabeth did not disappoint and made it happen. I do think she is the "favorite"!!!





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Now if we could get her to come to California and plan some more parties it would be fantastic (her favorite word!).

Sprinkler Fun!!

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Kids are having a blast!!! They will always remember the fun that they have had with their cousins!!!! We hope everyone else is enjoying themselves as much as we are!!!

Teeth Numbers 5 & 6

Bryan was my tooth hold out. The only one of the six not in braces or jaw expanders. I loved having at least one with the "baby" look still. Well no more!!!! I had been warned by the dentist and our ortho that once they started falling out........ Well it would happen fast. But I had no idea it would be this fast. Two teeth in three days. Wow, if he keeps it up he will no teeth left. We may have to look at dentures. :>

Unfortunately, the teeth coming in are SO much bigger than the spaces . So I had to call and make his ortho appointment. I am sure he will be in an expander before the summer is over. Six kids all in some phase of orthodontic care. Hmmmm...... Crazy!!! (seriously... where did these big kids come from, it seems like just yesterday I was so sleep deprived that I barely remember changing diapers all the time. )

Camping Part 2

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Camping with Grandma!!!

Well summer vacation is here. Hard to believe actually!!! Kids only have about eight weeks ( I am sure it will seem like a million weeks) before we start back to homework and getting up at the crack of dawn so we are trying to enjoy the time we have. The kiddos want to camp. Well the only way to really do that is to hang with the grandparents. So here they are camping with Grandma. DOES NOT look like they are sleeping to me!!! However, they are having fun........... and really that is ALL that matters.

Jayson and Cassie


Bryan and Nathan (for sure not settling down)


(pretending to settle down)

I truly hope that all my loved ones remember to enjoy the lazy days of summer. They pass so quickly and before we know it the wee ones will be a thing of the past!!! So laugh like there is no tomorrow, dance as if no one is watching, and sing as if no one can hear!!!!!

Survival of 1st Grade!!!

What can I possibly say?!?!?!? I am so proud of my little love bugs!!! Jayson got perfect attendance award and citizenship for helping his friend who has diabetes to go to the office each day for his blood tests, shots, or snacks. What a great opportunity for my little man. He felt so responsible and proud of himself. Great Job Jayson!!! You make us proud.

And the other three 1st graders did not disappoint. All three made honor roll and the Principal's list. To think I was nervous at the beginning of the year knowing they were going to have to have letter grades instead of just numbers. Boy, did they show me!!! Proud of you Nathan, Bryan and Cassie.

So lucky to have such great hardworking kids. Not only are they ready for summer but they deserve it. Not one week went by that they did not turn in their homework. They worked hard and it paid off. Go Quadlings, Go. We love you!!!!

3rd Grade Fun!! Or not so Fun!!

This past Wednesday I had the opportunity to attend the 3rd grade field trip. It was an interesting experience for me. I loved that I got the chance to go with Hunter and spend time with him. I am just undecided as to whether or not I enjoyed the whole experience!! HAHA I volunteer in his class every other week. So I am familiar with his class of kids. However, after spending quality time with them half of the 3rd grade........ I KNOW I could never teach 3rd grade. (I must also admit that the thought of having four 3rd graders in 2 years causes my heart to race and make me feel like I might need a straight jacket!!) They were very loud, several were extremely rude. I was a little surprised in fact at how some of them chose to behave. It was a good experience for me though because I have wondered about my 3rd grader but really he is an angel in comparison!!! Seriously though, I was glad that I could go and help out and I would never trade the time that I get to spend with my kids and help in their classrooms. As a teacher in my pre-mother life, I know how great it is to have that help. So Hunter my sweat pea, thank you for wanting me to be there. ( I dread the day that it is not longer "cool" to have your mom with you!)