Yes the second picture and third picture are of Josef and Lauren's artwork. Josef fessed up to being a "bad boy". Lauren on the other hand said, "No, mommy DoDo do it by DoDo's self." Which would make us famous if Josef could literally draw on his own BACK!!
School has started as of August 5th. Kaleb is in 2nd grade. The twins are in 11th grade. Eric is in his second year of preschool, but already fully prepared for Kindergarten. He doesn't turn 5 until November. His teacher is working on writing and reading with him. He is so excited to learn to read. The babies will be screened for preschool when they turn 3 in September. i am pretty sure they will qualify due to being 4 weeks premature, speech and delayed language. they would actually start going to Eric's school for 1/2 day 4 days a week. AT 3 YEARS!!! amazing. Eric's teacher is absolutely fantastic. She has a Master's in Early Childhood Special Ed. She is wonderful with those little ones.
As for me, I return to subbing again this year. this is not what I wanted; I would rather have my own classroom. But I will work hard to get to know the principals in each school. We try to spend time each weekend at the Water Park at Fort Knox. They close Labor day, so we have only one weekend left. The kids love to go swimming. Eric and Kaleb took swim lessons this summer. They did great, but kaleb was more preoccupied with the "cold" water. Between bugs and cold water... he is hopeless (=
And now for the greatest news we have heard in a long time. My father is now cancer free. Lots of prayers and determination went into his recovery. We continue to pray for his health and strength.
I hope this finds you all well.
Janet