Hayden started third grade-- I'm learning that means math homework out of a hard cover book, a science fair, and personalized, decoupaged writing journals.
She turned 9 just two days before school started--peace signs cover her back pack, most of her shirts, her bathrobe and (of course) her birthday cake!
Anamarie started first grade-- and makes a present for her teacher every day. She's a complete suck-up, and I know is just looking for that individual loving attention that she constantly craves...and Mrs. Corry will give to her once she gets her bearings from her over-full classroom!
Alex started PEP (aka the first year of a two-year kindergarten program)-- so far, no tears. But he begs and begs for playdates every single day now. AAAHHH!
He also (finally) learned how to ride a two-wheel bike at the tail end of the summer (pre-haircut and sporting a surfer-style mullet)
Carmen is loving being the only one at home. She does have separation anxiety at the gym-- not from me, from being there without any of her siblings for the first time. And she now necessitates an eye on her at all times. She's exploring and making messes and sticking all sorts of things into her mouth and ears!
Dave has been hopelessly swamped at work. His favorite outlets right now are surfing in the early mornings and his drum set.
We did get away last weekend, and went to Vegas for my (and Kath's) birthdays. We got to hang out at the pool and shop at the outlets and eat at lots of yummy restaurants with Katherine and Kam. We had too much fun, we completely forgot about taking any pictures. Oh well, next time! :)
