Another big birthday!

Poppy turned 90 on Sunday. His birthday is the day after Kevin's which is fitting as Kevin is named after our sweet Poppy. Kevin Earl Sharp was born 87 years after Poppy. Two special birthdays in one weekend. We are blessed. We love you pops. 

And Kev is Three

Saturday was Kevin's third birthday. We just can't believe he's three! Where did the time go? This summer, I started talking to Kev about his bday. He knew right away what kind of party he wanted... Firetruck party! He said he wanted firetrucks, firefighters and a suit. So, I called the local firehouse and just like that, party planned! I thought the party was awesome. The firefighters were so great about showing us around and the boys loved it. Even the big boys got into it. Kevin was in heaven. He got to ride the fire truck, spray the hose and explore the inside of the trucks. What could be better for a bog obsessed with firetrucks? 

Here's a wee taste of our Kevin at three years old.

- Kevin is and has always been certain about what he wants, all the time. 

- He is independent and does not need,"any help." 

- As he often says... He is a big, big, big boy.

- He has to buckle himself in and out of his car seat. Heaven forbid if you try and put him not his car seat for him! 

- Kevin is not much of an eater. He is a picker. He likes a little bit of a few things.

- He loves, loves, loves his Brothers. He always calls them brothers which I love. "Mama. Where are my brothers? .. Brothers, where are you??"

- Kevin was determined to go to school this year. He wanted a backpack and couldn't wait for the first day of school. 

- He loves the park and driving the power wheels around the court. He is definitely a better driver than me already.

- He likes to be silly and make silly noises and faces.

- Kevin likes to wrestle Lacey and I'm pretty sure Lacey loves wrestling Kevin. He calls her, "sweet guwl( girl). 

- He loves babies, puppies, kittens... Anything smaller than he is.

- Kevin is the boy one who calls me, mama. I LOVE IT! 

- Kevin is the loudest family member by far. He talks all day. He talks until his head hits the pillow. I love hi sweet voice and cute little words. 

- When he wants to be heard, he raises his voice and adamantly says... "I'm trying to speak..." 

-When he grows up he wants to be a firefighter and as big as daddy.

- Favorite show is Team Umizoomi.

- He loves his blankie and paci and we are working on letting paci go. He is not thrilled!

- Funny words: ninja turtles are ninja frogs, Poop is black poopies, Jake is jakey and Will is Wiwwy, Girl, is Guwl

Little Project

An awesome neighbor gave me an old Tripp trapp chair. I was so excited because I've always wanted one. Kevin is going through a tough stage at the table, so this is perfect! He sits so nicely on it already. Kevin and I have a few mornings to ourselves these days. So, we decided to redo the chair together. It was fun. I let him choose the color and I love what he picked! Here's the before and after. 

Somebody got a haircut

Lacey is doing great! She is house broken and we are working with a dog trainer to help teach her obedience. She already knows three commands and we are really loving having her. To be honest, I'm not a natural dog person, but I love my Lacey girl. She is so sweet, attentive to us and super super soft! The boys can't get enough of her. They think of her if we stay away too long, let her out, "walk" her (not really), feed her, brush her and mostly play with her. She still nips occasionally and she gets into our shoes sometimes, but it has lessened considerably. I love that she came to us crate trained. She really loves her crate and goes in willing anytime we leave the house. She stays in at night from around 9pm to 6:30-7am (whenever we come down) or so and she doesn't cry. The part about having a dog I love the most, at least Lacey... Is that she whimpers when the boys are upset and she wants to be with them. This was the main reason I chose this breed and to see how, "in tune," she is, is awesome. We're still learning, but so far so good on the dog front! Here's our cute girl after her first hair cut.

First Day of Pre-K

Will started his big 3's preschool class today. He is not the biggest fan of school, that is until he gets there. I am always a little nervous about his first day. His teachers always tell me how great he does once he's there... But for Mama it's another story. However, I am happy to report that this morning he did wonderfully! Jon came home to see him off and his brothers were outside cheering him on. I think that helped. Will hopped right onto the bus and off he went with a wave! He came off the bus with a smile too. What a blessing it is to see his smile! All on all, Fall is underway and going smoothly! Love Fall for its routines, school supplies and cooler weather. Bring it on!

First Day of the First Grade

Biggie went on the bus today! Ahhhhhhhhh. He was so excited to walk to the bus stop and was the first one to get on the bus. It makes me sad that he is already so big, but happy that he is ready! He loves school and can't wait to get started. What a big boy! I hope he has the best first day of first grade!! We're gonna miss him until 3:00!! 

First day of Pre-K

Littlest started his two day a week pre-K today. I wasn't sure if he was definitely starting this year because he's not too into potty training. However, he wants to go so bad and is ready for school. He loves everything school. Backpacks, the bus.... Even homework. He always wants to do homework with Jake. His school said send him in pull ups! So, off he goes. We shall see how this goes... 

Phil's first day drop off went great. He couldn't get out of the door fast enough. He was soo excited in the car saying, "I don't want to be late for school..." Then, when we got there he saw the balloons outside and kids everywhere and yelled,"FRIENDS!" I think he is pumped to his own thing. He did great going into the classroom and on e he saw cars was off playing. He then said, "see ya mom. Love you." And that was a wrap, he was ready! It felt very weird walking out with no ones little hand in mine or anyone hanging on my legs. I shed a little tear thinking about how fast time went and then went on my way home to get some stuff done. We are so proud of you Kev!! Have fun in school today!