New Tricks

We've recently learned some new tricks around here

Landen has learned to play the piano! If he sees it open he's there!

Isaac can do a somersault - sort of

Dallin can climb the wall. He was thrilled to discover this!

No Raisins Please!

Isaac took an extra long time choosing his breakfast this morning. He finally picked Raisin Bran. I later came to find he just didn't want the raisins! Needless to say he spent breakfast picking an infinite amount of raisins out of his bowl. He finally gave up and settled for oatmeal. But of course I get, "Mom next time get the Raisin Bran with no raisins."

Sign of Fall

I'm not sure if this is funny or a cause for concern.

I don't know about you, but in the summer it is either bare foot or sandals for me and the kids. The other day was a little chilly and Dallin walked up to me and said, "Mom do you have mud on your feet?" I looked at my feet and said, "no." Still puzzled he says, "what's all over your feet?" I looked at my feet again and realized what he was talking about. "Those are my brown socks!"

First Day

Everyone has a "First Day" when they feel sad and all alone.

It can be so scary when you're out there on your own.

Take my hankie, dry your tears. I know you'll make new friends.

I promise we'll be together when the school day ends.

Here comes the teacher, blow your nose and be brave.

Come on now wipe your eyes, this is no way to behave.

"Well, good morning teacher. We really must beg your pardon.

No, my MOMMY doesn't always act this way,

But it's my first day of KINDERGARTEN!

We made it through the first day of Kindergarten! Dallin did really well. He was shy and nervous but no tears or even hesitation. Mom did great too! It helped to have my neighbor Mary there, who was a practiced pro at this, and also someone I didn't feel comfortable crying in front of. We walked home together complaining about the traffic on our street. So thanks to her we had success! No tears! It was a fun day, and going to be a great year! I'm so excited for my little (I mean big) Dallin!