Cub Scouts Here We Come!

Yup, it's started! Calvin is officially a CUB SCOUT! He's been more excited about this aspect of being 8 than almost all the others! I don't know how much I like the patch sewing part, but I guess it's worth it! Calvin had his first den meeting tonight and he was soo excited! He looked cute enough to eat, too! Too bad his leaders didn't show!

Eight is Great!

Saturday was Calvin's 8th Birthday! He wanted his party at the skate park. So... even though we had a bizarre cold snap that weekend with rain clouds rolling in on us--we had us a party! The kids were biking and running around so much they didn't notice the weather--until the downpour with about 1/2 hour left of the party. Not to worry, we all hopped into our car and waited out the pelting rain. And after about 5 minutes... they all wanted to get out and play some more! I knew the party was a success when Calvin said, (as we were all huddled together in the car) "This is the BEST birthday ever!" What a good kid!



Even his cousin Ethan came to work on his skills! Cool dude!





We love you, Calvin! Our family wouldn't be the same without you!

Back to School--Already?

Well, we're all ready for school to begin! The kids are excited about school clothes shopping and getting back together with friends. Yesterday we went to find Lauren's locker and classes. Calvin and Lindsay thought her locker was really nice.




I guess Lauren needs to watch out for stow-aways!