Alaina conquered her fear

Alaina has been in school now for 1 1/2 weeks and today she rode the bus for the first time. She was very nervous but with the help of Daddy calming her down and talking to her last night she gladly got on the bus this morning.

Good job Alaina! I am so proud of you!

Thank-you Cindy for helping me feel at ease. I know you are a wonderful bus driver and Alaina is in good hands!

Fort 4 Fitness Training

Nick and I are both running in the Fort 4 Fitness this year.

http://www.fort4fitness.org/

Last year, Nick ran the 1/2 marathon for the first time and really enjoyed it. He is running the 1/2 again and I am running the 10K (6 miles). I have been attempting to train for last couple of months but I have had a tough time staying motivated. This morning we all decided to exercise together. We went to the Rivergreenway and went 2 miles together.

Alaina & Melanie rode their bikes and I ran with Emily in the stroller.

I love to see my children excited for the outdoors and exercise.

When we finished the girls wanted to ride their scooters a little.

 Daddy thought we would give it a try

I love you hunny!

God has richly blessed us.

Kindergarten Registration

As my kids get older, I realize more how much I need Christ's help because I can  NOT do it on my own.

Parenting is hard work!!!

Alaina will be starting Kindergarten in 11 DAYS at Adams Central. My role as trainer and instructor in her life is critical. These are my last few weeks of having her "under my wings" for the majority of the day! Oh, I cringe at the thought.... I take comfort in the fact that many mommy's have gone before me in releasing their first born to the BIG WORLD! I also am thankful that Alaina is extremely excited about going!

Today we went to AC to meet her teacher Mrs Dalrymple!

She found her desk!

My time now with my children is precious and I want to take advantage of raising them in the way of the Lord. It is my greatest desire to see my kids grow up with a passion for Jesus Christ and with a deep love for others.

Brooke