Washington DC

We just got back from Washington DC and we had such an amazing time.
We walked a lot.
We saw a lot.
We also learned a lot! 

The boys were so excited to get there and had a list of "must see" places. A couple of their favorites were the International Spy Museum and the Crime and Punishment Museum (go figure, boys loving spys, good guys and bad guys). They loved all of the memorials and monuments. And riding the Metro was as exciting as a carnival ride.
We are hoping to go back next year to see the Law Enforcement Museum they'll be opening. We also got to visit the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and see David Moore's name on the wall. That is a beautiful memorial, sad but beautiful.

I don't mean to brag, but...

My kids are so freaking smart! and funny! and cute! and (mostly) well behaved! And I love them with every ounce of my soul!

The future looks bright

We are already half way through the first 9 weeks of school. I don't know where the time goes. So far the boys are doing really well. Brandon has adjusted to kindergarten and absolutely adores his teacher. She's super sweet just like a kindergarten teacher should be. We got his midterm progress report today and he's right on track. I think it's going to be a great year for him.
Nathan is doing well too. He is in an advanced math class this year, has been chosen for student government and running club is starting up soon. He loves to run! He's getting all A's on his midterm report and couldn't be happier with the way things are shaping up this year.
My little smarty pants make me so proud!

Becoming a man is hard work

Nathan has decided he is old enough to mow the lawn on his own. He is 9 years old after all.
So who am I to stand in his way of doing his manly duties?
Brandon tried it out as well but found out he's not quite strong enough. Or tall enough. But he gave it his best effort.
Nathan though, he is strong enough. And tall enough (barely). He gave it his best effort and mowed the entire back yard. He is so proud of himself and I'm so excited that I have some help! He mowed and I trimmed and Brandon cheered us on. Then we went and got a chocolate milkshakes.
I'm going to have to see what other manly things around the house Nathan can do.

I mustache you a question...

Never mind...I'll shave it for later.

This was the boys' first full week of school. Nathan was student of the week in his class for showing responsibility and Brandon missed 2 days because he was sick with the croup.
So far, school is pretty fun.
Their mom tells corny jokes though. But they are still young enough to think she's pretty darn funny.
I wonder how much longer that will last?

First Day of School

D day finally arrived.
The boys woke up before the alarm went off, dressed and ready with goofy grins on their faces.
Only a few (hundred) tears were shed (by me).  
I was so excited to see them get off the bus. They raced up to the house and jumped into my arms. It was the best part of my day.
Nathan's favorite part was seeing his friends and playing at recess.
Brandon's favorite part was making new friends and playing at recess.
And they both can't wait to do it all over again tomorrow.

1 more day

1 more day until school starts.
We get to meet the teachers tonight and drop off school supplies.
I'm still crying.
It still sucks.