Ben Turns SIX

I originally wanted to do a very small birthday party for Ben.  But believe it or not, he's made so many friends over the summer that he wanted to include it became somewhat of a celebration!

What normally would have been a stressful experience turned out to be a great time for him.  Several friends from preschool, childhood friends, friends he made over the summer, and even a new bus-pal joined his party at Curiosity Zone.  Ben's love for science and Legos made for a great time.

After his party Uncle Jon and Aunt Cori joined us at home with Seth's parents for some quality time together and Jon helped assemble most of Ben's lego presents :-)

Happy Birthday Ben - you continue to amaze me with your continued growth, confidence, and love.  I love you!!

First Day of School

The boys had a great first day of school - especially Ben.  He was super excited to ride the bus, and had no fears about going to kindergarten.  He absolutely loves his teacher, Mrs. TerVeen and leaves for school with a smile on his face.

 

I've also learned a thing or two when Ben started school - like I don't know how to spell Kindergarten.  I think I was pre-focused on the fact that Seth accidentally shaved his eyebrow just several days prior to the first day of school during an attempt to fix Hair Cuttery's butchering job.

AJ also had a great first day of preschool at St. Davids.  He is the Toucans class with Ms. Sarah and Ms. Connie - whom Ben had when he was in the Four's program there.



Thomas, well, I couldn't potty train him (he refused, and since he rules the house, he wins) so instead of joining AJ at St. Davids I enrolled him in a Mom's Morning Out program in Ashburn - the same one AJ was in when he was 2 and a half.

They all seem to be doing great, and Mommy sure is happy they are growing into such wonderful and confident little boys!!

Lake Greenwood 2013

Lake Greenwood had a new addition this year!  Charlie!!  Aunt Sarah and Uncle Casey got a new puppy - the boys were a little nervous but warmed up to him.  I mean, he is pretty cute!

The boys enjoyed the usual... fishing, boating, swimming, and this year GOLF!  They really enjoyed riding in the carts!

The boys snuggling up together!!  LOVE!

"AJ Playing Dead"

 Thanks to Grandmom and Pop-pop for making our family time fun!!

The way home I made a hash and crazy decision to fly home.  Yes, we had to wake up at 5am to catch our flight and this was Thomas's first flight but you know what?!  It was awesome!  Even with Ben's fears I managed fine.  Grandpa picked us up at BWI and we had a nice day together as well that involved McDonalds!!

Last Day of Preschool

A bitter sweet day, the last day of preschool!  I can't believe Ben is entering kindergarden in the Fall.  Here are some pictures from the last day at St. Davids!

Ben and Bence, his buddy!

Thomas enjoying the ice cream social!

Ben and Ms. LynnAnn (his resource teacher).  She has made such great strides with Ben these past two years!!  xo

AJ collecting his journal.  GO AJ!

 AJ enjoying his popsicle! 

AJ and Tav (AJ is so social and was Mr. Popular with the ladies this year!

AJ with Ms. Judy and Ms. Lori

AJ with Cameron, Tav, and Cayden, the boys....

 Ben & Ava (she took care of him this year!

Ben with Ms. Mary and Ms. Laura

Ben and Owen (they were classmates this year and participated in gymnastics, soccer and soon to be karate too!)

Last day - sad to leave!

Even Thomas had some fun on the last day!