Preschool

Graham started CHS preschool on Friday. I had not planned on him going to it. He would have been the first one of the kids to not go. As I thought more about it I realized that if he went to Lincoln for kindergarten he would be all day. What a shock that would be to him. So luckily I have a great friend that runs the preschool and she got Graham in.
After the first day, he said, 'That is the best preschool ever. I had so much fun." Later that day, "It was Awesome!"
Graham was so bummed not to be going today. Class is on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. On Thursdays, Graham has a playdate/preschool with his friend Asher. We take turns at each others houses.
When did my little guy get so big. Graham is still sweet as ever. But when called upon to be a boy no problem. We have to remind him several times a day, that he is a big boy and strong so he can't hang on daddy, tackle or punch because it really hurts the other person.
Graham is very creative and loves to play with Star Wars guys and lego, and Playmobils. Graham can be found on the swing anytime of the day. He's on the verge of learning to ride his bike. I had taken the training wheels and pedals off of his bike to help him learn to balance. Our neighbors gave us a glider bike that their son grew out of. Graham loves it.
He is a great helper and big brother. Sometimes a little to much help but is trying hard to be sweet.
I can't believe this his not a baby any more!

Harrison had to get in on the picture action. I have no idea what they are doing with their tongues. Crazy boys!

Family Photo

We tried to get a family photo. There were spouses and children missing and also Jonelle. She had just landed in Portland about the time we were taking these pictures.

We had to get some with the siblings of course minus Jonelle.

Add in the parents. Charlie was sitting in for Jo Jo.
As you can see never a dull moment.

More Labor Day

 Pizza time.

Graham enjoying the trampoline. 

Cousins playing.

Ashley and Justin

Of course when the family gets together we have a great time. There is never a dull moment.

Our Labor Day

Labor Day weekend all of Aaron's siblings came into down. We had such a great time with them all. It has been about two years since they have all seen each other. Justin, Aaron's youngest brother, left for Afghanistan last week. 

We started the weekend at our pool. 

Aunt Amy helping Graham swim in the big pool.

Cousins.

Alice in the little pool.

Dana, Carter, and Dawn in the little pool. Graham and Alice in the background.

Some of the siblings chillin' poolside.

Our neighbors were at the pool too. They are just like family.

We loved Dana's swim cap. She competed in a triathlon the next day.

Justin getting down with the kids.

Hazel was worn out.

Ashley and Ila enjoying the pool.After the pool we headed to the Cole's for some pizza.

Our Little Peanut

Hazel had her 4 month check up on Friday. She tipped the scale at 9 lbs. 7 1/2 oz. Yes, she is about as big as Graham was at birth. She is our little peanut. The doctor asked all of the questions she needed to, to make sure Hazel is healthy. Yes, she is pooing and peeing just fine. She is rolling over and over.  

Hazel is grabbing for things and putting them in her mouth. She talks a ton. Hazel is just petite. She is doing great. 

Hunter gave her his sucker while we were at Doernbecher. He thought it was hilarious that she looked like she was sucking on it. 

I'll have to admit it was pretty cute. 

We are so lucky to have our little girl in our family. Can't imagine our family without her.