Third Time's A Charm

The last blog we wrote mentioned that Peyton was transferring from Sonoran Heights to Parkview for preschool.  Well, we are making another change and this time it's back to where we started.  Here's how it all happened...

Peyton was flourishing in Ms. Robin's class at Parkview.  He was enjoying himself and she said she loved having him, as well.  He was learning new things every day, making new friends, and even had very minimal behavior issues.  Everything was going perfect... at school.  Being that Parkview's program was only half-day, the schedule was taking its toll on everyone.  As Joe continues to build his real estate business, it was very difficult for him to limit his work days to end by 10:50 am when he had to pick up Peyton.  Similarly, Peyton was getting bored with so much free time at home and therefore starting to act out behaviorally. 

After a lot of prayer and discussion, we have decided that he will be going back to Radiant to finish his preschool education.  While we are not excited that our child endured three preschool transitions in a month's span, we know that he is where he should be.  He will get the faith based curriculum that we love so much, and he will get to be with his friends who he has known since birth.  We are confident that his academics and behavior will continue to be supported, and it is a happy medium for everyone involved. 

Stay tuned for more updates on our precious boys!

Just keep swimming...

Peyton had a pretty rocky start to his Pre-K year.  His teacher did not allow an adjustment period for him before she started nailing him for every misbehavior. She was not attentive to the fact that he could already do much of her curriculum. In fact, we had to tell her that he knew how to write his name and she was very nasty when we would ask for clarification on things. After lots of tears, stress, and prayer we decided to pull him out. He is going to be enrolled in a half-day Pre-K program at the school where I teach. He will get to spend his afternoons with Daddy. We are going to try this and hope he is given the opportunity to flourish this last year before kindergarten. We will have pictures of him at Parkview soon, but here are his pictures from the one that didn't work out.  

Sweet Blessings

Peyton and Jayden are so funny! They definitely have Joey's sense of humor! Tonight they both made me chuckle, so I thought  I'd share. 

After racing upstairs, I told Peyton to say "Neener, Neener Peyton won."  When Joey got into earshot, Peyton said, "Neener, Neener I've got a wiener!"  We both cracked up and when asked who he heard that room, his response was "No one. I just made it up."  This kid cracks me up! 

Then at bedtime, I was reading a Sesame Street book with Jayden. We were naming the characters and pointing at them. I said, "This is the Count. Can you say Count?" His sweet little voice said, "three, four, three, four" So precious!!!  

These two little boys are such a blessing. Thank you, God, for my two little heartbeats! 

 

Fun with Grammy

We came home from Las Vegas with enough time to empty our bags before heading to the airport to pick up Grammy Pammy!  We had not seen her since Thanksgiving, so to say we were excited was understatement!  Peyton was running circles in the airport while we waited for her to come through security.  :)  Here are a few pictures from our fun days with her!

 

Two peas in a pod on the way home from the airport - having a ball and laughing all the way!

 

Grammy's baker - they were rolling dough for cookies!


A little late night baking to make everyone smile!


They had a "camp out" the last two nights she was here, complete with a sleeping bag and lantern!  Our big boy slept downstairs on his couch ALL NIGHT both nights.  :)


It must have been an intense moment in Finding Nemo.  Maybe they were trying to figure out what the whale was saying, lol!


The quality isn't good, but still love it!


Peyton and Owen at Chuck E Cheese!


Come on, guys, let's go swimming!


Big boy doesn't need water wings or any help... he's just chillaxin'


Our last afternoon with Grammy.  We had lunch and played games at Chuck E Cheese before she left.  We love her and miss her already!

Viva Las Vegas

We have been taking a vacation during the week of July 4th every year since we got married.  After having kids, our destination always seems to be either Michigan or Las Vegas.  This year, our car drove us back to Las Vegas for another great week of sun, fun, and a little gambling.  Below are some pictures to document our awesome week!

Peyton was so excited to go swimming as soon as we got there!

 

After swimming at Sharie and Bill's hotel pool, Jayden was wondering if there was a "hide-a-bed" in their room!

After some swimming, we kicked off our first night checking out the strip!  Here we are in front of Lady Liberty!


Peyton loves going to the Castle (Excalibur) to play in the Fun Dungeon!  In this picture, he's taking out some aliens!


Jayden and Mama at dinner on Tuesday night!


Checking out the gift shops on Tuesday night in New York New York.  The boys wore fancy hats!


"Cheese!"  and Happy 4th of July!


It was a late night... Happy 4th of July!


Checking out the Conservatory at Bellagio on July 4th!


A little less than traditional July 4th lunch at Caesar's Palace!


 Here's a montage of other photos from our trip... Bumblebee met us there so we could give him the All-Spark that we picked up at the Hoover Dam!

What's New

It has been almost a month since we have posted anything. We have all been enjoying our summer vacation and the extra time at home! A lot is changing in our lives right now, which has been both exciting and a lot to process.

Peyton will begin the PREP academy through Dysart School District. It is a Kindergarten prep program that provides preschool within an elementary school. This is the year that he will transition out of nap times, learn how to eat in a cafeteria, and begin practicing Kindergarten type learning. He is so excited to go to the "big boy school" in August.

Jami has decided to become a consultant for Thirty One gifts. They are a Direct Selling Company that is based upon Proverbs 31 in the Bible to celebrate the virtuous woman. They sell bags, totes, accessories, and other great products to help organize your life.  She has been doing very well with it and is excited to continue on this business venture! 

Jayden and Joey are also doing well. Joey is working on a couple big things that will be shared with everyone soon enough! Jayden is busily following in brother's shadow to try and be a big boy too! 

Yee-Haw!

Peyton had a great time on Saturday celebrating his friend Ema's 6th birthday!  She had a western themed party at MacDonald's Ranch in Scottsdale.  The party was complete with horse-back riding, petting zoo, sifting for gold in the rocks, and a piñata after the cake!  Here are some pictures of our little cowboy!  Yee-Haw!

 Howdy, Partner!

 

 Mmmmm... Jayden loved the S'mores!

 

Cowboy Peyton again!

 

 Getting Ready to Ride the Horse!

 

 Waiting so patiently in line!

 

 He's a real pro - maybe he'll grow up and be a horse jockey!

 

 Trying to decide if he wants a second ride!

 

 Mining for gold!

 

 He was just told to be careful and watch out for snakes!

 

 It was a hot one!

 

 Ema's Cake!

 

 He was drinking Sasparilla like a real cowboy!

 

 Watching Ema open her present!

 

 Friends for life!

 

 

It's time for the piñata!