Wednesday, September 9, 2015

(Blake 1 Year Old) Wednesday, September 9th 2015

Dear Blake,

Today was your first day of preschool and my heart is thrumming for you. You love going to nursery, and I have no doubt you will easily transition to school life. No my heart is not worried for you one bit. It is worried for me. What am I going to do without my buddy in the afternoons? I just don't think Everly and I will feel quite the same without you.

But I can't wait to see what this new phase holds for you. I know you will learn and grow so much. I also know Miss Morgan has so much fun in store for you. I hope you make friends, but more importantly hope you always show kindness towards your classmates. Everyone deserves love and I know you have the capacity to love everyone. Go knock their socks off Little Man!

Love,
Mom

Monday, September 7, 2015

(Schades 3 and 1 Year Old) Monday, September 7th 2015

To My Sweet Littles,

We just kicked off our annual trip to Bear Lake and wanted to just stop and send you a little note. This is such a great family tradition, and one I love more and more as our family grows. I remember the first time Blake got to come on this trip. He looked so cute in his little hikers and flannel shirt by the camp fire. But then I mom-failed and he bonked his eye on the edge of his crib in the tent and had a bruise for the rest of the trip. I vow not to let that happen to Everly this year. Promise! And it will be made easier because we got to try Conestoga Ranch this year. They have beautiful canvas tents, mattresses, and down comfortors to keep us all cozy and warm. And while there is still the pack-n-play for Everly, there is no air mattress. Phew!

Looks like it will be a cold one this year, and I am not sure how much time we will get to spend out on the water--but that doesn't matter. We will still have fun and spend great time together. Just you wait and see.

Love always,
Your Mom