Last days of August

When school started it seemed like September was so far away.  Now look it is already at the last day of August and it flew by.  The kids have been really great about doing homework and new jobs for this school year.  Kevin and I decided that Lilly and Max needed more practice with reading and math. So we are going to do supplemental homework to keep them on track. Sometimes it is a computer game or a real game.  This game we call make 10. Thank you pinterest. It was a big hit and even the friends that came over got excited about playing.

Preschool is going well. We are learning to use scissors and use glue. Among other things like sitting, listening, and taking turns. Look they were able to make apples. They are catching on quick.

On the crafty side Mandy got an idea to make a growth chart ruler.  I have wanted to make one for over a year and even cut out vinyl when I was at my mom's house this summer.  So with a little push from Mandy we got it done. I love it! I'm just sad that I have ugly walls to hang it on.  I know get over it, buy a bucket of paint already and paint over that ugly color. Back to the ruler, it's so cute.

Lilly has been a big reader lately. YEAH!! I caught her reading just because she wanted to.  She also made mention that she is now finished with her princess series books and needs something else to read.  

 While Lilly was reading I sent the boys outside to play.  Water and boys is a wonderful combination, the results are happy boys and hours of fun.

 Max has even figured out that our patio makes a good slip and slide and is teaching Luke how to use it.

Shortly after this picture was taken they came inside while I made dinner. Luke was constantly whining and I couldn't figure out why.  I go over to pick him up and realize that he has a fever.  So he was pretty miserable but slept through the night.
Due to a little sick boy today we took it easy. Lots of books, hugs and popsicles. When Luke woke up from his nap his fever had broken but he still didn't feel that well. I mean who would with a runny nose and watery eyes.  Kevin and I canceled our date tonight and the kids and I rode bikes instead.  It was a lazy Friday and sometime I like it that way.