Introducing our nephew Andrew

Our newest treasured cousin Andrew Ely was born August 30, 2017 weighing 10lbs, 14oz. I'm so excited to meet my nephew next week and see my sister, who is more like Wonder Woman that I ever knew! They're doing great at home surrounded by lots of love (and three big sisters).

Apple Picking at Stribling Farm, VA

We decided to head to the apple orchards a little earlier this year so we wouldn't miss the best apples since we've got other adventures planned later this month. The cool air, yummy apples, beautiful mountains and gigging tool added to the pleasant afternoon.

After school activities!

Alice earned her first belt in Taekwondo Friday. Our little White Belt works hard, stays strong and focused while having fun. Piano starts on Monday, yay!

Sawyer's on the run as a Whale Shark soccer player. He loves it!

Fall gardening

carrot harvest with neighbors

Alice's Great Start to Second Grade

First Day of School with both at CWES!

Alice has such a great teacher! She's also happy to have good friends this year in class. It's her first time to return to the school she attended the year before and it's so nice to know some routine, expectations, friends and setting. 

Second grade girls' ice cream afternoon. 

Sawyer's great start to Kindergarten!

Meet the teacher morning for kindergarten. He was a little shy, kinda goofy and really excited. On the second day of school Sawyer said, "I don't like kindergarten, I LOVE it!"

Most of the 11 boys in Mrs Callahan's class joined us for ice cream and outside fun at the house this week. He's off to a great start! I miss having my buddy home for lunch together :)

Best Days of Summer

Backyard s'mores

August 21st Eclipse Day viewing from CWES field

neighborhood trail rope swing