Gretchen B Photography!

This morning we invaded the studio of Gretchen B Photography! I guess it's always a little like an invasion whenever you bring 5 kids anywhere! :) Gretchen was really great with the kids and very patient. It's nearly impossible to try and get a picture with everyone, especially when it's posed! At one point (or several points) Simon was falling over, Jack was trying to get up and run around, Henry was looking for toys, Claire was doing her fake smile and Kate was trying to keep all of her brothers and sister in line. Boy, I'm tired just writing all of that. I know we gave Gretchen a workout. But she is great and we had a lot of fun. I can't wait to see the pictures! She's already posted one on facebook and I LOVE it!

You can check her out at either of the links below:

http://www.facebook.com/birmingham.photography

http://www.gretchenbphotography.com/

What I have to go through...

I have to go through this...

and this....

to get this... :)

My big boy

We went flying

Rick has 2 uncles that are pilots. Uncle Mike is a pilot by profession. Mike and David own this plane and they took us FLYING this past weekend. It was awesome!!

Here is the gang with the fearless (and generous) pilot.

Henry and Claire are excited (and a bit nervous) about their first flight. Henry's first words when he got off the plane were, "that was SUPER fun!"

Claire's turn to fly the plane! Both Kate and Claire flew and Mike said they would both make great pilots. :)

We had the BEST time! Thank you so much Mike for letting us have this experience and for the multiple trips! I hope we didn't wear you out!

1st Day of School

We had our first day of school this Monday. Everyone is having a great time so far, but we sure are tired!

Here is a picture of my sweet Kindergartner - Claire. She has the best attitude and always asks to do more.

Kate - 1st grade, the old pro

Henry - He tells everyone he is Kindergarten :)

Our "show-n-tell" to explain a biography.

My captive audience (literally, in Sims' case)

Kate wanted to "dress up" her dress when we went to lunch with Rick.

I LOVE SCHOOL

Kate's spelling list.

So, I'd say we're off to a great start. I like having a routine again and we are all truly enjoying each other's company.