Eloisa turned 7 in June!

It wasn't long into the school year when Ella came home and announced she told all her friends she was having a birthday party and everyone was invited!  So... after patiently waiting over 9 months, the pressure was on to not let Ella down on her special day of celebration.  However, what do you plan for a shy girl that can be outgoing when she warms up to the routines and expectations of her surroundings, but without opportunity to warm up, the true Ella never has time to shine?

Finally, one night in May, it came to me - why not her favorite tranquil place to visit - Brunty Farms.  She loves animals and is relaxed and peaceful when near them.  Plus, how many city kids have the abundance of opportunities like our children have with nature, farming, wildlife, livestock?  I made contact with Farmer Mel and the party was up and running!  

I have to admit this might have been the best Kindergarten party of the year!  (Not that I am biased or anything. lol) We invited the girls from the room and some other close friends!  

Children held and pet week old chicks, walked through the mud pit where the pigs frolic and lounge.  (Some brave souls even pet the pigs and rubbed behind their ears!) We then helped herd the lambs the feed troughs and watched them dine. The smiles and giggles were absolutely priceless! Finally we enjoyed each other's company on blankets in the shade, where we shared cupcakes, cool water, and even did some gift opening.

So, our lofty expectations were met - and Ella was one thrilled 7 year old!

Lincoln Graduated Preschool

Lincoln's preschool time has come to an end. I could not have asked for a more wonderful experience this past year.  He was loved, encouraged, and able to grow so much under the guidance of the staff at the YMCA.

Receiving his diploma

Posing for one last photo with Mrs. Gambosi (left) and Miss Scott (right)

He love his morning jobs so much, he insisted we take a photo by bulletin boards where he checked in daily.

However, with every ending, a new door opens --Kindergarten awaits!  Linc couldn't be any more excited about attending school with his sisters!  So, we begin a  new chapter in the Adam's Family Book!

Time for some updating

Okay, so it is now July and I am beyond light years behind in updating this.  However, I am so thrilled to report that we have less than a month to go before Mike's program ends!  Could it be?  The light at the end of the tunnel?   Certainly we have plenty more on our plate than just Mike's schooling, but when it comes to prioritizing, I think we can all agree that a career change takes center stage!  =)  We are all so proud of his hard work, sleepless nights, long work days, and dedication to creating a better future for himself, and for our family! Lincoln informed me at the dinner table this week that he wants to be an allergy doctor when he grows up to work with his Daddy, the nurse.  (He then chuckled to himself and said, "Actually, I think it would be cool to be Dad's boss!"  Haha - gotta love this kid!)


So, the next few posts will cover the missed photos throughout the year... in no particular order, unfortunately!  Buckle your seat belt and enjoy the trip down memory lane!