Happy Birthday Ella!

Ella didn't really want to pose for a picture today. Since it is her birthday we didn't want to force her. She is 6 years old today. That's around 42 in human years!! She is a great dog. We all sure love her.... even when she chews up pinecones right in front of the door. (Sorry I yelled at you today for that!!)

Our ol' yeller dog is a good one :)

If you're wondering why Andrea is holding up a picture of her orthodontist.... it's because they are having a contest!! The prize is $100 at the mall and Andrea is determined to win it!! You can see all of her photos on Thurman Orthodontics on Facebook. I think Riley will be joining the competition soon too.

I hope to be a better blog writer soon.... vacation is just around the corner!! :D

Riley!

I was looking through some photos the other day. I came across this gem, which is perhaps my all-time favorite picture of Riley.

He is very serious, and safe, about his work!!! :)

Summer Schedule

I recently have acquired an addiction to Pinterest. It will surely keep me very entertained this summer. I hope to get better at posting on the blog, but if I don't then you'll be able to blame Pinterest.

I recently found this great summer schedule on Pinterest.... It's already printed and posted on my fridge. The kids were a little shocked today (Friday) when we didn't go anywhere special. I had to remind them that I actually had to work this morning-- so summer doesn't officially begin until Monday!!

Anyway.... I'm looking forward to my summer schedule. Maybe I'll get something done!! Happy SCHOOL's OUT for all of you whenever it may arrive. After teaching a combo, I am incredibly ready for some R & R.

Our last little 8th grader...

Dude. This girl had the absolute cutest shoes in the whole place. Strangers even came up to compliment her and ask where she got them.

A rose between two thorns.... aka a baby sister between her two older brothers.

The lovely graduate with the girl she said will be SO FAMOUS someday. She can sing like no other.

Andrea and some pretty cute boys that she's gone to school with for a really long time.

Ice-cream for dessert at Dewars'..... YUMMERS! And yes, aren't brothers the best??

AnDrEa!!

We are so proud of you. You are a remarkable young woman! You are super smart, super gorgeous, and super awesome. We know that you will just go on to be even more awesome in High School. Congratulations on your graduation from 8th Grade :D