Friday, May 15, 2009
Sunday, May 3, 2009
The End of Pre-K
Yes it's here...the end of Stratton's first year at Bramlett. It has been a wonderful year...mostly due to his awesome teachers (Kerri Case and Ms. Briscoe). Stratton is a strong reader, sloppy writer (boys) and loves math - thanks to Dad.... Now if we could only keep him this motivated until he graduates college! Here's a snapshot of his class and the latest handwriting.....The final picture is something he drew yesterday while we were all cooped up inside due to the rain.... If you can't see the labels (from left to right - Slay, Sharpe, Stratton, Momma and Daddy with the super long legs.....)
Little Artists
I'm always so amazed at the my little guys' artwork! When I asked Stratton to tell me about his picture, he pointed out that the green box in the middle was "one BILLION dollars".....Thanks Obama for making my 5 year old numb to the "B" word.... The second piece is the life cycle of a butterfly using pasta....who in the world thinks of these projects? And the final piece is one of the first Bible verses that Sharpe learned.....I think his version was God made the cows...Genesis 1:27. The other verse he learned that week was "God made the flowers. Genesis 1:11." Oh, how he warms my heart quoting scripture!
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Yep, another birthday party
It's Friday afternoon, where are you? If you are part of the Smith crew, you might very well be at a birthday party at the Skate Place. We all had a great time (despite the photo of Sharpe crying) even Momma. I got to rollerskate for the first time in years.....only one bruise!
TBall
This is Stratton's first year to play t-ball. Here are some action shots from his first and second practice. And, yes, everyone had to go to his first practice.....It was a three ring circus - minus the elephants. Slay actually napped briefly, which allowed me to play catch with Sharpe. We have our first game M
onday.....now if I can only find a Royals hat that actually fits him!
onday.....now if I can only find a Royals hat that actually fits him!
New Bike
Stratton recently got a new bike....but here's the deal...he had to save and pay for 1/2 of the bike by doing chores/commission (no such thing as allowance at our house). He is so proud of it!
Trip to see Gigi & Grumps
The boys spent a whole week in Texas with Gigi and Grumps. We actually pass them off in Shreveport, so that's where most of these photos were taken! This breaks up the long trip and gave G & G a chance to love on Baby Slay. He even tried a milkshake....but's wasn't sure about that taste. However, Stratton and Sharpe were very sure of the taste but mean ol' Momma made them share a milkshake. The boys got to ride the trolly - which may have been the highlight of the trip! Stratton also got some "granfatherly advice" from Grumps. (no idea what that discussion was all about, but the photos look intense) While in Texas, they went to an INDOOR water park, the "jump place" and even went fishing.....(check back to see photos of Stratton's first fish!) They had a super fantastic time! Thanks Gigi & Grumps!
The Fam @ Easter
This is my brother's crew (Connor 4 and Austin 1). As you can imagine, it's lots of fun to get all the boys together (Stratton 5, Connor 4, Sharpe 3, Austin 1 and Slay 4 mo). Something is GONNA get torn up for sure!
Easter 2009
As usual, another eventful holiday.....Boys loved hunting for eggs and REALLY loved finding eggs with money in them! The Easter Bunny brought Slay a Bumbo (seat to help him sit), Sharpe a 2-wheel scooter, and Stratton chocolate, a Connect 4 game and books to help him learn to write). Thanks Easter Bunny....bok, bok!
Slay's First Taste of Cereal
Well, we're three for three on the cereal....none of 'em liked it the first time around....
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