The Tooth Fairy Cometh!

Ally Boo Boo lost her 1st baby tooth tonight!

She scared me to death! I didn't even realize it was loose and thought she might have been hurt. Then she said, "I thought I had popcorn in my teeth and it just popped out! It doesn't hurt, mommy!!" Upon inspection - sure enough, she even had a few more loose teeth! How on Earth did we not realize this? I mean, I brush her teeth twice a day. Guess I was just thinking they were too young, so I wasn't looking for it?

Anyway, once we realized it was a good thing, she got SO excited and SUPER PROUD. Then the other three kiddos started crying and begging me to make their teeth loose. Ya, not how that works.

20 minutes later....

She wiggled out #2! It was super loose and the little lady has no fear! Luckily #3 is not ready yet. So, the Tooth Fairy was only on the hook for 2 teeth tonight.

After they were all tucked into bed, I decided to take a cue from my fellow quad mama, Charity Donovan, and have fun with it. I, of course, will do something extra special for each child's first tooth. But this was Allly's special night.

A note from the T.F.

A bag for future teeth (I painted fairy foot prints).

A heart shaped dollar, and glitter to sprinkle all around her.

I think I'm more excited than she is! The morning can't come soon enough!

Have a great weekend!

School Days

It's the 3rd week of summer school (a 4 week program) and the kiddos are doing fantastic!

(L to R)

Russ, Libby, Ally, Molly

The teachers tell us the kiddos are MORE than ready for Kindergarten in the Fall.

Ally Boo Boo

Little Libby

Molly Mo Mo

Russell Man

So, THAT is awesome.

The not-so-awesome part: the melt downs before and after school. With "perfect classroom behavior," something seems to happen each day before and after class that is inexplicable. We chalk it up to an adjustment period like everything else. But Holy LORD. I'm fairly certain they are trying to make all my hair fall out.. the fighting, the melt downs, oooomgeee!!! But, it is GREAT practice for the coming year, soooo.......... we've got that going for us! Guess I'm a glass half full kinda girl at heart. Aaannd some days it doesn't hurt if it's a wine glass. ;)

I hope you're all having a great week!

Happy Father's Day 2011

Ally and Daddy

We love you Daddy!

4 lucky kiddos

(L to R)

Ally, Libby, Conor, Russ, Molly

AND..

Happy Grandfather's Day!

This one is for our awesome, track loving, Papa Jon!

xoxo

Russ, Ally Molly, Libby

We hope you all have a wonderful day!

Jumping Back in With Both Feet!

The kiddos started summer school AND soccer last Monday. The very next day, I went back to WORKING. We haven't slowed down since. Can you buuuuleeeve it? I know I can't! It all happened so fast.

In the past, lots of changes meant lots of anxiety and adjustment for our house. So we braced for the effects, and waited to see how it all went.

I am happy to report that the kids are thriving in the classroom. THRIVING!! We are so proud of them! The teachers tell me they are all way ahead of the game and more than ready for Kindergarten this fall! They are also making friends like crazy. It's incredible to watch. Can you feel my smile as I type!?!

Twice a week the kids head out to a great youth soccer program with a ton of other kids their age. The results have been equally hilarious and heart warming to watch.

(L to R)

Molly, Russ, Ally, Libby

The ONLY shot of all four playing.

One of the quartet has now boycotted 3 practices....can you guess who (hint - not who you'd expect...)

Russell-Man: what's not to like about running, kicking, and having some extra testosterone around?

No, she's not enjoying it at all.

Mo-Mo is in hog-heaven with the competition and chance to run her heart out with the other kiddos.

The kid who didn't want to wear cleats, now doesn't want to take them off!

Ally is having a blast on the field!

Little Libs, who could not wait to sport her gear, has decided that it's way more fun to hang on the sidelines, pick flowers, catch lady bugs, and chat my ear off.

Hey, whatever makes you happy, Libby.

As for me, I didn't realize how much I missed working!! Of course, I have been doing the most rewarding job in the world for the last 5+ years, but, change is good! I'm sure my enthusiasm has a lot to do with the fact that I have been blessed beyond my wildest imagination. I have landed the perfect job at the perfect time. I'm back at my high school alma-mater in a web/marketing role. I get to be a mom and at the same time, do something I love, at a place I believe in with all my heart. Can't ask for much more than that, eh?

All these changes have come together beautifully, and prayers have definitely been answered. The kiddos haven't been effected by my new position in the least, since I am only working when they are in school. Despite jumping into these new situations all at once, we're welcoming the changes with open arms!

Life is GOOD.

Such big kids!

Ally and Molly

Having a little post soccer dinner out with Nani Donsie

Nani Donsie, Libby, Ally

Me and Mo Mo

Me and my Russell Man

Happy Wednesday everyone! I hope you are all having a great week.

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Cleats, Feet, & Summer Fun

Can you guess which one of our children wanted NOTHING to do with her brand new soccer gear?

I'll give you a few hints... she loves trees, animals, and all things natural and wild. She's goofy, stubborn, and... has some mild sensory issues. If she could live in only her undies, she'd be a happy girl. Let's just say she's taking a while to warm up to the new equipment...=)

"BUT WHY CAN'T I PLAY SOCCER BARE FOOT!!???? "

-The one, the only, Allison Ann.

Molly, on the other hand, so excited she can't hardly stand it!

We can't really tell if Libs is amped up...

Russ is already loosening up, just like Daddy, ready to roll!

(L to R)

Libby, Russ, Molly, Ally

Soccer is starting, summer school has begun, and life is good.

Happy Monday everyone!

When Mother Nature Is Hormonal...

What do we do when it goes from sunshine to rain storms? Do we run for cover?

(L to R)

Molly, Libby, Russ, Ally

Nah, we run to get our puddle jumping gear...

Begging the duck to swim to shore.

Ally, she kills me.

What am I wearing? Don't ask, I know I look super cool! ;)

Sweet Libs

Molly and her caterpillar, Fred.

Libs and her Lady Bug, Del.

Not many things are bigger than your head buddy, but this rock comes close.

Ally, our nature-loving tree hugger.

Little Libby, Little Monkey.

Miss Mo Mo

Russell Man (swirl and all)

One of these days they are gonna be too big to all fit on this gate!

Again, goofy little nature lover Ally.

I hope you're all having better weather than we are!

If not...

Get out and get muddy, it's good for the soul.