Olivia Goes To First Grade

Today was the day my baby started first grade. The playground was quite chaotic with all the parents dropping their kids off. Olivia was so excited and couldn't wait to get there. I must say Olivia is so secure. She wasn't nervous at all, or at least didn't show it. She got in her classroom line, where I stood with her for a short while. Then I stepped away, when her teacher came out to greet the class and walk them into school.

My daughter makes me so proud of her. I try to teach her not to be afraid and make sure she makes a new friend each day. I had a few teary eyes just watching her being brave.

Her first day, although short (early release today & tomorrow) was fantastic. She came out of school with a smile ear to ear. She couldn't wait to tell me about her desk and locker. She gets to sit in the front row! I took a few minutes to make it her special day. We sat on the rock wall in front of school and I asked her all about her day. We also looked at all her papers in her backpack.

I couldn't be a prouder mom today!

Going, Going, Gone - Sold!

I have decided to start posting items around the house that I don't use any longer or crafts that I make. My first two items were Halloween costumes and I posted them last night. Well today I sold one of them and already have payment for it. It is an adrenal rush and a fun way to make extra money. So, it was only $5.00, but doesn't everyone have to start somewhere.

Tooth Fairy We Have Another

That's right, the sideways, crooked tooth finally has come out. Nana bought the girls MacDonald's today for lunch. When I looked at Olivia, I noticed her tooth was gone. I said Olivia, your tooth fell out. She wondered where it went and I told her she probably swallowed it. I also told her she could leave the tooth fairy a note about what happened and I was sure the tooth fairy would forgive her. But, luckily, we found the tooth next to her cheeseburger.

Olivia also moved back to her bed last night for the first time in a long time. Her tooth is tucked nicely in her tooth fairy pillow (from other nana), waiting for another visit tonight!

Here is a picture of the crooked tooth and now the two missing teeth.

Helping Papa In The Yard

Since the raining every day has seemed to stop, papa is finally getting back to work around the yard. Here you can see two of his best helpers, helping him out.

How Many Kids Does It Take To Row The Neighbors Boat!

The answer is in the evidence, this picture. Yes, that is right, it's not their boat! Sick kids or not, we managed to go to the cottage and enjoy a few hours in the sun and water. Lexi's blisters in her mouth are worse and Olivia is starting to show symptoms.

Sleepless On Walnut St

To say the least, Lexi and I haven't had a good nights sleep the last few days. She was suffering with two days of a high fever and now has broken out with the blisters in her mouth. Otherwise known as hand, foot and mouth. Now whenever her motrin or tylenol wears off we have a very, very cranky child. I guess I would be to. Hopefully she will start to feel better soon. Olivia really wants to go to the Brown's cottage on Monday for a day at the beach. We will have to see how Lexi is feeling.

Back To School In Two Weeks

Olivia goes back to school in two weeks, but who is counting? Not Me?? She will be entering first grade and is very excited about meeting her teacher and new friends. For me, I am very excited to have a quieter house. Did I mention she will be going full time now in 1st grade. Woo-Hoo!!!!

My Future Olympians

I have just completed signing the girls up for their extra curricular activities for this school year.

As long as there are enough kids signed up, Lexi will be taking her first ballet/tap lessons at the new dance academy in Reading. Her dance recital will be at the end of May.

Olivia has asked to take gymnastics this year. So, she is signed up at Reading Gymnastics Academy. Olivia also just completed her summer soccer sessions, which she loves and will be continuing Girl Scouts this year as a Brownie. And I of course will be the leader.

I am a strong believer that kids need to be involved in classes, but boy one can go broke with all these costs. DONATIONS WELCOME (hee-hee)!

The Tooth Fairy Has Visited!

Last night, Olivia has finally lost her first tooth. It was pretty wiggly all day and right before bed time, I ask her if I could wiggle it a little. After wiggling it a few times, she didn't realize I actually got it loose. All of sudden she said my tooth is out! She is all excited and the Tooth Fairy left her $2.00 in her pillow. Boy the cost of teeth have skyrocketed!

Full of PooP!

Ok, so this is exactly why I created a new blog about living crazy in this house on Walnut St. So today, Lexi has decided to remove her diaper to do poop! Twice today she has walked down from upstairs watching cartoons, completely naked. It would be only a short time later that I would realize the she did poop somewhere in the house. Earlier in the afternoon she was covered with it, so that was easy to figure out. She quickly went into a bath. But, this evening, no such clue! Well, there were to be clues. The first clue, was outside the bathroom door on the floor. The second clue, was Olivia screaming from upstairs that there was poop on the rug. Mama Mia! What is one to do? I know get the potty out and see if she will start to use it, like on John and Kate Plus 8! Keep your fingers crossed and let's hope tomorrow brings poop in diaper or in potty.

Lake Sunapee Here We Come!

We were so excited to spend a weekend away at my friend Fawn's house in Lake Sunapee. We were joined by Fawn and her daughter Skylar (8), Ellen and her daughter Anna (7). Our first night, the girls enjoyed a pajama party on the pull out bed and watched the movie Annie. On Saturday, we went to the lake for most of the day, where we encountered a real lifeguard drill (ask me the story). The girls had a great time swimming. Then, we were invited to Fawn's sisters house for a campfire. On Sunday, we spent some time down by the harbor, scouting for Steve Tyler of Aerosmith. Us moms, made a good example for our kids as we striked up a conversation with a man walking his puppy. He said he lived down the street, jokingly we asked if he lived next to Steve Tyler. He said actually a few houses down. Before you knew it, he was pulling into the harbor in his very, very nice boat picking us up and giving us a tour of the lake and a drive by of Steve Tyler's house. The best part was that Mr. Rick's house was much nicer than Steve Tyler's house. Perhaps we were stalking the wrong guy! Anyways, we had a great time and can't wait to do it again next year. Here are a few pics!

Fishing at Lake Quanapowitt

After our weekend in Lake Sunapee, I promised Olivia that I would take her fishing. We found a nice spot and had a great time fishing. She got about 7 bites and was able to catch 4 fish out of the water. Lexi tried fishing as well, but after the fish hook flew by our eyes a few times, we decided she wasn't quite ready to fish. We took her hook out and let her play with the line and bobber in the water. Here are a few pics!

Girl's Night Out

So, with the ever looming 20th RMHS reunion, some of us girls got together last night. We met up at Chili's, talked about our families and had a great time. Here is picture of the group of girls.