Summer Time (Week 1)

St. Louis Science Center 

St. Louis Sports Fusion

Water Fights

$1 Squirters at Walmart - highly recommended

L.O.V.E'.S

I L.O.V.E summer! No worries, no specific schedules, and no one to answer to for three whole months! We get the kiddos all to ourselves and I truly savor every moment. When Fall returns again, I also L.O.V.E the one on one time that is offered to me with the younger kiddos who have not yet entered school. Since those days will be placed on hold for a summer of fun, we decided to hit the mall one last time to play, enjoy the carousel, and enjoy TWO of their favorite mall treats.

To this post I have also added a video. My hope was to "tempt" Azure to walk by placing a few M&M's on the couch by me. Here I have two separate videos spliced together, however, each of my attempts ended the exact same way. Watch and see what this little smartie does!

Spoede Elementary 2011-2012

We all know the worries that parents have for their children, one of them being their experiences within the school system. With our frequent moves this particular worry has been a large one for Steven and I, as each year we hope and pray for yet another great school with great individuals to surround our children. I can't begin to explain the deep gratitude I have that this desire of my heart has been continually answered. The teachers, staff, and students were absolutely incredible and welcomed our family for this one short year with open arms and hearts - not to mention their academics, daily routine, and structure was unbelievable. Spoede school will always hold a special place in our kiddos hearts and we'll not soon forget the amazing experiences that were had during our time here. Go Turtles! :)

Ryley and Mr. B

Kadyn and Mrs. Decker

Thatcher and Ms. Davenport

Spoede's Spring Carnival

Spoede held their annual Spring Picnic this past Saturday. It was three hours filled with games, prizes, food, and fun. The kids lasted the entire time, and then some. Everything was free - except for the water balloons that you could purchase and throw at fifth graders. They probably took in more money with that one fundraiser alone than anything else throughout the entire year! We had a fantastic afternoon and returned home with happy and exhausted kiddos. No better combination than that, right!

Play Days And Presentations

As the end of another school year approaches our weeks have been filled with many activities. With three young ones in elementary I would have to reiterate the word "filled". While busy, they have also been very fun and enjoyable. Ryley was the only play day that I failed to get pictures of - mainly due to the fact that fourth graders apparently prefer running rampantly throughout a park, instead of an actual play structure. The younger gals and I had a great time at each of their activities and loved being a part of their special days. Being the youngest of five myself, I explained to Haley J and Azure (mainly Haley since Azure doesn't really care yet) the major benefits of being born toward the end of a family unit. You get to attend all of your siblings fun events, and yet, experience them all over again when you begin school for yourself! It's great!