Kindergarten Bound

Drew graduated from preschool today it was bittersweet. He loved preschool he went Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:30. His teacher was phenomenal she made it so fun for the kids and went above and beyond in everything she did. He was always excited to go especially if he was special friend, having show n tell, going on a field trip, or having a party or celebration. Yesterday was his last day and they got to bring their pillows and blankets and watch Tangled.
Western Day at School
Field Trip to the Fire Station
Today he could not wait until 6:00 when it would be time to go to the graduation/party he couldn't remember what it was for sure. He asked at least once a week to eat dinner at a place, since the answer is always no I told him we could go before the graduation. He said, "because it is my special day." I tried to persuade him to go to a "good" place, that I like. He choose KFC because he went there once in Evanston and thought it was great. He informed me that we have the same thing in Heber and that we could go there so we did.
The graduation was so cute they sang a few songs and then each said a nursery rhyme they had memorized. Drew did awesome he knew all the songs and said his nursery rhyme Little Boy Blue all by himself. Then she had them walk out in little caps and receive their diploma and a portfolio of their work she made for them (She really is awesome). He is growing up so fast and is really excited to go to kindergarten, I am a little sad about it. I kept asking him if he was sad that preschool was over and he would just say no now I can play baseball. When he would ask me when T-ball would start my answer was always when school gets out makes sense. Miss Andrea

Skiing

We took Drew skiing this past winter. We took him to Sundance first, they have a tow rope kids can use for free. He did not want any help at first and was sure he could do it all by himself. Dean was very patient with him and pretty soon he was doing it by himself. We just took turns helping him and holding Avery. She must have enjoyed it because she never complained. After a few hours he had it down. He knew how to stop but chose not to until it was absoultly necessary. He liked to bomb the hill and stop at the bottom no snow plow or turning necessary.
A couple weeks later Dean's family was all going to Beaver for a discount ski night. We took him up there and he did awesome. Dean and I were a little nervous since it would now be riding the lift and coming down a much steaper hill. Stopping and turning were now necessary. We put him a little hour long lesson with Kai. It took him a couple times down and us yelling STOP a lot but he had it down.
The last ski adventure of the season was at Alta Heather and I thought we should take advantage of the ski free after 3. We ditched the little ones with Amy and drove in a snow storm. There was a LOT of powder, for most people that is great. For three little boys that were new to skiing it was rough. Drew had several melt downs and I was sweating most of the time from holding on to him trying to help. By the last run he was getting the hang of the powder and I think it was fun.

Drew is 5

Drew had another extended birthday celebration as always. He is growing up so fast. He was really excited about all his plans friend party and family party. I had to inform him that we weren't going to do the big party with friends this year. We compromised on taking two of his best buds Luke and Isaac to Chucky Cheese. He also got to go to build a bear at gateway and get his new favorite bear Pokey. Grandma and Pops came too then we went to Applebees. If that wasn't enough we went to Evanston for yet another party to celebrate with Grandma and Grandpa and Stacia that all have birthdays in the same week.
Things about Drew at 5:
He is smart and loves learning about new things.
He is fun he always wants to be playing with his friends and family
He loves school
He loves cheese sandwiches and hot dogs
He loves Avery
He is awesome at riding his bike and scooter
He loves to play all sports
His favorite toys are Buzz, Woody, Cars, Motor cycles, Monster Trucks, Super hero's, and Transformers.

We Love you buddy now stop growing up!

Halloween 2010

Halloween was really fun this year, a little rainy but great. We had three parties on Wednesday. One at the library, Drew's preschool, and a ward carnival. Drew dressed as Snake Eyes, Indiana Jones, and a warm tiger. The Indiana Jones he came up with all on his own about 20 minutes before the ward carnival, he is a funny boy!!
Avery also sported two costumes. She was an adorable witch and a warm cozy butterfly. She wasn't sure about it all at first but she got the hang of getting the candy.

Firsts

Since my last update way back in April we have had a lot of firsts, and some last, but I will get to those later.We had our first trip to Lagoon for the summer on Dean's birthday. It was our only trip to Lagoon this summer (which is enough) Drew had a great time Dean's sisters and parents came a long so he had PLENTY of people to take him exactly where he wanted to go. I think Puff and the bumper cars were his favorite.
Avery started walking on May 15th. She was 10 months. She was determined to master it. It was a Saturday and we were home all day so she would just try and try and try until about 4:00 she came walking down the hall excited about us cheering her on. Now is running and climbing on EVERYTHING!
A few days later, she FINALLY decided to hold her own bottle.... Stubborn girl, it is all on her terms.
At the end of May we met Drew's cousins at the zoo it was a cool day so lots of the animals were out, sadly though no bears (construction) and no zebras. It was also our only visit to the zoo this year.
Drew started playing soccer in April he LOVES it. I got to be his coach which was fun. He is funny about wearing all the appropiate gear when playing any sport. He can't play anything in the yard or with friends without getting on the jersey, pads, shoes, and socks. He started playing fall soccer again in Sept. again I am the coach. He loves it more now then he did then, if that is possible. I think he has improved since the spring. He struggles being a team player. On Saturday two players on our team were fighting to score and they both fell down and niether scored, it was pretty funny.

Drew played his first season on T-ball much like soccer he was a fan. He was a little disappointed at first that he HAD to hit off the tee because apparently he is above that. He did great. He got to play with two of his buddies Isaac and Tyler. They were the Yankees.
Dean built his first swingset. It was a process.... but the kids LOVE it. And I love that they can go out and play in the backyard and I can watch them from the window. Until recently when Avery learned to climb the ladder but does not know how to get down. The slide goes right into the sand box, it has provided hours of entertainment for Drew and his friends.
Drew feeding the bum lambs in Evanston. He loves going to ranch and "helping" or playing. We didn't make it much this summer, but he did get his first expierence antelope hunting in Sept. He had fun and liked it but was a little concerned about the circle of life. Dean tried to explain, he wants to go again so I guess he is okay with it.
First summer trip to Boise. Celebrated my sister's birthday and got to party for the 4th of July.Avery's First 4th of JulyCOUSINS!

St George - Easter - Avery Nine Months

We were longing for some warmth and sunshine at the end of March so we went with my parents and sisters to St George. Dean had to stay home and work. It wasn't quite as relaxing as we hoped for but still fun. My kids were kind of sick and my poor little nephew Jackson smashed his finger and had to spend hours in the emergency room to get it stitched up. We did get a couple of warm sunny days. Avery even got in the pool and loved it. She wasn't so sure about the grass, she kept pulling her leg up so it wouldn't touch her. We also had some time to do some shopping the outlets so that was fun. Drew has a great time with his cousins and his grandma and pops so thanks for making it happen!



Easter was fun for Drew he LOVES to hide and find the eggs. He was excited about the Easter bunny, I tried to down play that a bit since it is kind of stretch. I told him that I helped him out because he is only a bunny. He wanted a kite so one day when he was asking for one I told him I would give the Easter bunny a tip. Later that week he said, "mom don't forget to give the Easter bunny a point about my kite!" I took me a second to figure that one out. He was pretty pumped about his Buzz kite and movie Astro Boy that he has watched 1000 times since easter. Avery just wanted to put the eggs and her new shoes in her mouth. I was most excited for her to wear her new dress on Sunday, it is fun to dress a girl even if she pulls out her bow and sucks on her shoes.



Avery turned 9 months on April 9th! She went to the doctor and weighed in at 14 lbs and only 26 inches. She hasn't grown much since her last appointment at 6 months but she has changed a lot. She is crawling all over the place, she does not like to be left alone in a room so she will crawl around till she finds someone. Her favorite place to play is in Drew's room. She can stand herself up on everything, then she lets go and stands there till she falls. Last Saturday she even took a few steps. She is starting to get a little stranger anxiety and gets excited when she sees me, Dean, or Drew. She also does a little fake cry when she doesn't get what she wants, which is not very often because we spoil her. She probably has dairy allergy she has not had good luck with formula, cheese, stuff made with milk, or eggs. She is going to the allergist on Wednesday so we will see.

St. Patty's Day Injury

So my day just never could get going how I wanted it to today, which for the most part was my own lazy fault but sometimes that is just how it goes down. Probably because I tried to cram to much into a few hours after I had already started the day an hour behind. Anyway in an effort to do it all we ran to the church to do a little group workout, then to story time for some leprechaun fun then back to the church for play group. We were just about to leave, when Drew decided to go play in the bathroom with a couple of his friends he was running of course and ran himself right into the sink. He cried pretty hard at first, the sight of blood always makes it worse but I am sure it didn't feel so good. I felt bad for him, but was also was a little irritated since he was playing where he knows he is not suppose to, but at that point what could I do but take him to the doctor. I have an awesome neighborhood so everyone that was there offered to help take Avery and drive us to the doctor because Drew wanted me to hold him. I also live in a great town where the doctor on call in the ER was kind enough to stitch him up on his lunch break in the clinic to save us some money. Drew did so great! Dean was able to come over and help hold him down, but once he got 3 shots to numb it he was perfect, he just laid there with his eyes closed and didn't move a muscle. An hour or so later with a lunchable and doughnut in hand and four stitches he was right back to his crazy self.

Here are some pictures from green day (as Drew calls it)