Jacob turns 9...

Jacob celebrated his 9th birthday just two weeks ago. He decided months ago to just invite a friend or two and do something fun. Well, he decided to invite his best friend to the fair with our family. They have been best friends since their first day of the first grade. We had a GREAT time together. You would think we saved $ by doing it this way but that would be incorrect. It seems that the old dollar does not go far at the fair these days. Those fancy little wrist bands that get you endless rides, comes with a price. A HUGE price. We had cake, ice cream, prizes & pizza before we left.Yes, in that order. We decided to do the cake first. That was a hit. So who said you have to have a BIG bash to have fun. This was by far the smallest number of guests Jacob has ever had for his birthday & probably the most memorable.

A teachers tale...

Today Justin's teacher came over to me to share a conversation she had with him a few days ago. She senses my nervous response & assures me it's okay. She tells her story...the other day she paused & looked at my son. She said "What is your name...no let me guess. It's JUSTINE, correct?". He replies "No". The teacher then responds with a confused expression. She ponders & thinks a bit. She throws some other names through her thoughts. She finally replies "Oh, well what is your name?". He replies with "just Justin". She thought is was so cute & I agree. I have so many of these moments I could probably start a separate blog & title it as, "kids say the cutest things".

Passing the time...

Oh, quiet day...

Today was the first day of school. The first time both Jacob & Justin were students together at Hamblen! We are so excited that Justin has the same Kindergarten teacher that Jacob had three years ago! Mrs. Mattox is the best! Jacob is now in the THIRD grade. I can't believe it! His teacher is Mrs. Onstot. We are excited for a new school year.