Raising them up

Dear Jacob and Nathan,

I honestly don't  know who this guy is but what he says is quite profound.  We are trying to raise you to be one of those kids that set a good example, have empathy, and connect with people.  We pray that you think, feel, and love with all of your heart and soul.  Please ponder this (and try to refrain from using swear words) when you are mad at us for not letting you do what all the other kids do.

Love,
Mom and Dad

Post blowout bath

Nothing like a post nap bath in Aunt Nikki's sink due to a major blowout.  

Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Awareness Walk / Run

  In the race of life Nathan is quite content to come in last.  He stops to smell the roses.  

All ready!  

Getting ready for the 5K.  

Thanks to Scott, Jacob, Nathan, Marie, Jake, Isaac, Leah, & Ezra for supporting the Lake Julia joggers!  

For you

First day of Kindergarten

Nathan is very excited to "see bus!" and watch his big brother start his first day of school.

September 3, 2013
1st day of Kindergarten

There he goes!  Mom was able to keep it together...until the bus was out of sight.  ;)  

Bus ride was a success!  All smiles coming into school.

Jacob's classroom

Jacob had a great first day of school.  When we asked what his favorite part of the day was he exclaimed "Everything!".  He also informed me that "he didn't even have butterflies".  Amen.  I very much remember my horrible butterflies during my early years of school and I have been praying for him that he doesn't experience that.  Jacob's classroom is vibrant and fun and his teacher, Mrs. Lindstrom is truly a gift.  We are very excited for him.

I had hoped to get a picture of Jacob getting off the bus as well, but turns out we still have yet to find out which bus brings him home.  We've got a few logistics to work out but in the next week or two we'll be like a well oiled machine.  I'm also happy to report that even I got up and going and was not standing at the bus stop in my slippers and pajamas.  Although, there is always that possibility.