Writer's Block

Maybe it is working full time.  Maybe it is just not having time.  Maybe it is just trying to find a balance between home, work, and me.  I know I said I was going to get better with the blog...and I just haven't.  I almost feel I have writer's block at times. Maybe it is just lack of time in general.

The blog was started to track our journey and share our story.  I did a really good job until...I am not sure.  I am not sure if I was ever doing a good job at writing.  I am not a writer, author, expert or do anything fancy.  Sometimes just getting words on paper make me feel better.  I don't ever want to hurt anyone's feelings with what I write.  Most of my stuff is personal and it is part of my story and what makes me...well me. Brendon even suggested we change our blog to a camping blog...not sure how I feel about that.  I like my mom journey, because when I get old if I start forgetting, I can look back at this...if the internet still exists!

But I need to ....

and get back into...

that is my goal...

She is 5 and 1/2

Today Olivia turned 5 1/2.  That is just crazy to me.  In six months she will be 6.  She is growing up way to fast.  She is such a problem solver, she has a solution to everything.  She is so curious and wants to know everything. She has such a kind heart for others.  She has no idea how much joy she brings to us, and our family,  She is a true blessing to our hearts and home.

18 months old

5 1/2 

It ain't your first rodeo...well maybe it is

The first week of September we decided to go to the rodeo at Corn Dawgs.  It was interesting to say the least.  There were a lot of rules that I had no idea about.  One bull rider got really hurt and was taken away by ambulance.  That was a little scary! It was fun though.  Olivia and I were both pretty tired since it was on a Friday but we had fun.  It made me miss horseback riding!

Yargo Night Hike

Last Saturday we went to Fort Yargo for a guided night hike.  One of the park naturalists guided the group on the Birdberry Trail and talked about all the things that are in the park- snakes, deer, raccoons, birds, and owls.  It was dark, a little creepy and some spiders.  It was fun though! We had a good time.

Curriculum Night and Career Day

Brendon got to experience 2 kindergarten events.  He got to go to curriculum night since I was doing my own in my classroom and he went to career day this past Friday!  I am so happy to see him involved with Olivia at school.

Curriculum Night

Career Day

Being the Flag leader (not on career day)

Gwinnett Braves

We finally made it to a Gwinnett Braves game.  Granted it was the first Friday after the first week of school.  We were tired but we made it.  It was a great night and Olivia was on the jumbotron a billion times.  We left about 9:30- 10 and thank goodness we did.  The game went to extra innings and wasn't over until 11:45!

And there she goes...off to Kindergarten

I can't believe we have a kindergartner.  I am so blessed that I get to take her to school with me.  Even though it has been an adjustment- there are some rules for me and her- she isn't allowed in some places that are just for teachers etc.  but she has been really great! She loves her teachers and is getting used to the school.  I have checked on her at lunch and seen her in the hall a few times.  I love just getting to see her!

But first before school started...registration day. I am so thankful that my mom could take her since I have to be in my classroom meeting my new students!

Then the night before kindergarten...

The first day of school!