Let's Party!

Avery had a few friends over Sunday to celebrate her birthday. We made our own pizzas (same as last year, but Avery requested it), we ironed on pictures to canvas bags, and ate cake. I realized that next year we will have to plan something different. I think in an age where enormous parties are the common thing, a small party at home doesn't entertain some kids as much. I'm not saying for a second that next year her party will be at one of those places, and Avery really enjoyed herself. I did however hear a few say they were bored, or question why their canvas bag was not full of stuff(I only bought a few things - and the bags!). Enough of my grumbling, Avery said all afternoon how wonderful it was and even noticed that the cake I decorated matched the paisley plates we got. Her friends were sweet to her and all left smiling, although it may have been because they were in a comatose state of boredom and were finally going home.

Ouch

As we were getting out of the car on Friday, Cole began screaming that awful sound that every mom knows that means "COME NOW, I'M NOT FAKING!" I raced over and saw the tip of his finger stuck in the door. I had to open it to get him out, poor baby. It was instantly purple, and didn't bleed until it was stepped on Saturday night. That's when we bought the finger splint to help avoid anymore injury. So, here's a picture. It's a bit icky, but Cole said it is feeling a little better today. Ouch.

The big 07

It is amazing to watch a child born so small grow into such a delightful young lady. At seven she is:
• so stinkin' smart (she is just like Bryan)
• completely uncoordinated (like both of her parents)
• kind, respectful to her teacher and classmates (one of my favorite qualities about her)
• silly- she makes us laugh every day
• incredibly stubborn since birth. She is convinced she was up all night and never slept waiting for her birthday.
• confident in herself
• convinced she is great at soccer (refer back to the second point, I'll say no more)
• growing to love God more and more each day. She loves her verses, devotional and time we spend talking about Him
• reading often until we tell her to turn off her light. Unless it has ghosts (she doesn't like those).
• convinced she no longer needs a booster seat, although starting out a 4 1/2 lbs, she still has a long way to go (sorry Girl)

I'm sure this goofy list is just for me, but I love her so much. She has taught me to be a more confident mom and I'm glad she thinks I do a good job.

Avery, I am so proud of the girl you are and excited to see what God has planned for your life.

The Harvest Fun Fest

My pianist

Q loves to play the piano. He has also been practicing going on the potty a bit. So, what do you get when you add those things... a naked pianist.

Avery's Limo ride

Monday Avery had her limo ride as her prize for the Gator Gallup. She and 19 other second graders were taken to Red Robin for lunch. I got there to take pictures, expecting to see a bunch of other moms with cameras. Nope. I was quite disappointed to be the only one. I was glad to hear Avery's response as she saw the bus, "That is the biggest limousine I have ever seen." They said they had a great time. I was hoping she wouldn't be disappointed because it was a bus, not a car type of limo, but no way. It was filled with couches. Way to go, Avery, and thanks to all who supported her. Hopefully you'll be receiving a thank you note soon. BTW Avery got her report card last week and received all Gs (good). She was in tears because she had two G-, but we were so proud.

Cherry Dress

Gramma Jo, sorry it has taken me so long to get this picture up. She loves the dress.

Carving

A bit of explanation. Cole was listening for the ocean. He did not like the pumpkin guts, and finally had to stop on pulling them out. Avery pretended it was a body and she was performing major surgery.

Pumpkin Patch

Last week we went to the pumpkin patch with Kyle and Joshua. We all had fun, despite the fact that the bounce houses, pony rides... were super expensive. Then we went back to our house and carved pumpkins and ate pizza. Avery carved a skeleton (since that's their science unit right now). Cole made a pirate's ship. Q just carried his around.