Bennett's new school

After much discussion, we decided to move Bennett to Kids R Kids daycare. This is the same place where Charlie attends kindergarten. We thought it would be good for both boys to be together and it makes it easier on us to pick-up and drop-off in the same place. It was a tough decision b/c we loved the Treehouse. There were a few tears on his last day.

Bennett was a little annoyed that he couldn't be in kindergarten with his brother but his room has more toys including a play kitchen which made him very happy.

Mommy and Daddy are happy that both boys are now wearing uniforms which is so much easier in the mornings. And less laundry!

tee-ball

Charlie is playing tee-ball. His team is the Durham Bulls. His games are at 9:30 am on Saturdays so feel free to come cheer with us. It is so cute to see these 4 and 5 year olds hit, run and try to catch the ball. Their favorite part is getting to run the bases at the end of an inning, giving "good game" high-fives to the other team, and the snack afterwards. Bennett likes to cheer for his brother but more importantly, likes to get a donut at the ballpark concession stand.

Chuck-E-Cheese

The boys were invited to their first birthday party at Chuck-E-Cheese. We've heard the horror stories of how chaotic this place can be and its all true. But, the boys had a blast and as you can see, Bennett is now in love with Chucky. He made sure to say goodbye to him when we left. He also wants to know where he goes to sleep at night. It was really cute to see.

Daddy's trip to the zoo

This time, Brian was able to chaperone Charlie's field trip to the zoo. Even though we are in the middle of a heat wave, the kids had fun. Thank god for the misting stations! I heard that the baby Panda and the giraffes were the highlight of the trip.

Charlie's 5th birthday

No birthday in our house is ever celebrated with just one party. We like to make week long parties with different themes, etc. So we knew that with 5 being such a big milestone, we had to do it big. Charlie's actual birthday - the 12th - was on a Tuesday. I snuck around the night before applying balloons and posters to tomato stakes. The next morning, I woke up early and set them out in the yard. When he woke up, we told him to look outside and he was so impressed that the 'neighbors' decorated his yard. I get no credit but that's OK.

At school, he had a class party and brought jello to share with his friends. It was a big hit and Bennett was able to come to the big kid room and share with his brother. All of Charlie's classmates made him cards, and 2 girls in the class drew hearts on their cards but he insists he doesn't have a girlfriend.

For dinner, we had all of his favorites - watermelon, hot dog and pizza complete with a juice box. More parties and pictures to come.

Bowling Field Trip

Mommy got to accompany Charlie on his field trip to Midtown Bowl. Every Wednesday is a field trip day and they've had amazing adventures this summer. They've been to the zoo, the Coca-Cola Museum, Stone Mountain and more. This was a special trip since Mommy went too. Charlie loves to hang out with the older kids and teach Bennett new words. He even requested we listen to Lady GaGa last night.

Gymnastics Recital

All year, both boys have been taking gymnastics at school. We loaded up our cameras and video equipment and headed to the big end of year recital. The boys even had special gym shirts to wear. Unfortunately, I think Bennett had stage fright, because he didn't want to do much of the routine. He wanted to sit with his favorite teacher, Ms. Yolanda, and just watch his friends. Charlie did OK but we didn't witness any Olympic moments. All in all it was cute and the kids had fun. Maybe better video and pictures next year!