Eli's Kinder - Ender

Eli was in Mrs. Simpson's kindergarten class at Wetmore Elementary this year. Although we decided to withdraw him from public school in March of this year, his wonderful teacher and the staff at Wetmore invited us back for the class' "Kinder-Ender" program where Eli received his certificate for completing kindergarten. Mrs. Simpson will always have a special place in our hearts. We will cherish the memories we have of her and her class of "sunshines".

Regan's Crazy Hair

When Bryan was bathing Regan one night, they decided to give her "crazy hair". She looks like someone out of a Dr. Seuss book to me!

Fishing with Daddy and Grumpy

In May, Bryan took Eli to visit my dad in Monahans. In addition to other "manly" activities, the boys went fishing. Eli LOVED his first experience with a fishing pole! His time alone with his dad and grandad was precious!

PS- So, Eli has discovered the "peace" sign. Not sure why, or how it applies to fishing.

Playing Outside

Before San Antonio had record high temperatures for weeks on end, and it became "illegal" to play in the sprinkler, the children actually played outside. On this particular day, they found a Sprite in the outside refrigerator, (a real treat in the Hall house), and used it to cool off. Good times were had by all! (These pictures were taken in May 2009)

Northside Preschool Program

In May 2009 Regan finished her second year at Northside Preschool. We are so blessed to be part of this great school. Eli went for three years before starting kindergarten. Regan will complete her third year in 2010. Josiah will start this fall, (Gulp! I can't believe that!). At the end of each year, the kids and teachers put on a great show! This year was no different!

In addition to being a great educational place, it is also a place that many relationships have been formed. One of Regan's dear friends, Hannah is a jewel!

Regan Faith, I am so proud of the girl that you are! Mommy loves you so much!

Playing Church

Josiah decided that the pantry was the perfect place to play "church". Not sure what parallel he saw between the places of "worship"...... oh to be inside the head of a two year old! It was cute to see him perched on the plastic containers with his sword in hand! These were taken in April 2009.

Make Daddy Proud, Son!

Hmmm... what to say. As you can imagine, Josiah likes to shadow his big sister. What she does, he wants to do too. What makes his "dressing up" all the more funny is that he is truly ALL boy. Even in his pink, princess dress there is NO question that the testosterone surges through this child's body. I know that one day he will be utterly embarrassed to see these pictures or to know that anyone else has seen these pictures. Until then, I will share with pride my Josiah David in all his pink glory!