Kyra starts Preschool

Bryce and I went back and forth ALL summer long deciding if we should put Kyra in a Preschool class this year, or wait till next year. We decided to go for it, and we are SO happy with our decision. Kyra LOVES Preschool. Her teacher Mrs. Wall is a good friend of mine [also my running buddy], so I already knew before Preschool started Kyra would be in good hands. She goes to Preschool every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30-11:30. There are eight kids in her class [five girls and three boys], she already calls her classmates her "best friends". We are so excited for Kyra and her new adventure.

First day of Preschool...

Bryce taking Kyra on her first day...

The three year olds [Kyra, Maddux, and Jacob]...

Kyra in her classroom...

Kyra and her teacher, Mrs. Wall...

Kyra [Then and Now]

Same kid, cheeks, and hat....just growing really fast.

My Dad's Birthday!

For my dad's birthday this year [9/4] we celebrated by going to one of his many favorite restaurants, The Great Wall. I love birthdays because it's a great excuse for family gatherings. We all had fun chit chatting and catching up. I had been feeling sick for a few days leading up to my dad's birthday party, but was feeling better so decided to still go. I was excited to actually get some food in my belly, but once I got to the restaurant I had NO interest in eating anything. I started feeling crappy again quickly. It was even worse paying for a meal I did not even touch or eat. After dinner we went to Jullion Park to sing Happy Birthday to my dad and eat cake. I made my dad his favorite cake his mom used to make him growing up. He loved it. We all had a great time together. Happy birthday dad, love you! Oh later that night I puked and was sick for another three days. It's so fun being sick!

Middleton High School Football!

Kyra and Miles' cousin, Skyler plays football for Middleton High School. Last year we went to many of his games. Kyra especially LOVED going to the games and cheering her cousin on. Kyra in the last several months has asked when she will be going to another football game. Well football season has started and Kyra could not be happier. This year so far Kyra and Miles both have had fun cheering for their cousin in the stands. Go Vikings, we look forward to a fun season of great games!

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic!

The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic is a fun family tradition we started last year. At Ann Morrison Park the community is invited to enjoy a mass launching of hot air balloons early in the morning over a five day period. Last year we tried out the Night Glow, we enjoyed it but were a little bummed when the balloons remained on the ground. This year we got up early Saturday morning to see 40+ hot air balloons launch up in the air, it was an amazing sight. Kyra's FAVORITE balloon was Mickey Mouse. I love Boise and everything it has to offer. Afterwards we had a nice family breakfast at Egg Factory, super yummy!