Love this guy...

in 8 days we'll have a 5 year old...

 

 

 

Moab, UT

 

First Cast in the Family

 

So the story goes that Griffin was chasing Ailee after his soccer practice and they both were falling down and having loads of fun until the last fall... On the last tackle/fall, he landed on her and the rest is history.  I knew the cry was different, but of course waited a few days to get it checked.  We didn't have it x-rayed cause there was at least a buckle or bend, which could lead to a true break if she fell on it, if it wasn't broken already.  She was a champ and only asked for her "ribbon" to come off a few times.  Thankfully it only stays around for 3 weeks.

 

 

We love this boy :)

I didn't realize how much he's changed until I looked at his picture from last year.  I'm proud of our little pre-k-er for all his physical and internal growth he's had over the last year.  We had a great summer and now fall is in the air.  With fall brings schedules that I crave after a free-spirited summer.  We have a full fall with school, soccer, community Bible study, awana and life group.  We are excited to see the colors turn and welcome cooler days.

 

 

 

 

2012

 2011

 This morning, Ailee wasn't too excited about holding hands for a picture, BUT Minnie was thrilled.  I guess we'll keep Minnie around a bit longer. 

 Griff,

we hope you have a great year and enjoy all the new things you will learn. 

 We pray that your heart grows with love for others,

 you stay secure in who you are,

your spirit continues to soar,

 and you keep that smile.

 Love,

                     Your Momma

Mr. Thirsty meets Griffin

The first dentist appointment's success is 1/2 the child and 1/2 the staff.  BOTH were amazing.  He came with me the day before for mine so he would be comfortable with the place and know how it all worked.  The next day came he was ready to go.  He met Mr. Thirsty and Mr. Water.  Both were very friendly tools ;)  Stacy our hygienist, was excellent with him too.

 Last minute, I decided to bring Ailee so she could see Griffin.  I'm glad I did cause she started panicking and thinking it was a doctors office, which in her world means, shots.  She calmed down and watched for a bit and then took over my phone.  She also is debuting some pretty fabulous jeans my mom gave her.

 He did great.  He only didn't get x-rays, 'cause his tongue kept pushing it out.  Next time :)

He really enjoyed getting his dentist goodie bag and picking out two treasures from the box.  Although, as he told me, "it's just cardboard made to look like a treasure box."

 As a side note, I might have a hairdo obsession.

the Other Pollards

The Jury is in...camping with the other Pollards was fabulous.

Our location was "unfabulous" for bike riding, but we'll take what we can.  If you were wondering, my search is still on for an even better fit.  If anyone has some suggestions for Northern or Western CO, please share.  We do have a pop-up, so that is a factor for us.   My dream spot would have a mellow creek with a gradual entrance, lots of trees for shade and beauty, a place the kids can ride their bikes, lots of friends joining together, and a huge fire!  Simple, right?

 The first morning we spent in town at red stone, creekin' it up, lunch at a cafe and then park and ice cream with the cousins.

 Looks like Ailee is understanding Griff's love of motorcycles :)

 

 After we all had the after-ice-cream-uforia, we hit the trail in hopes to put some of that sugar to good use.

 I have to say, this little guy (above) in the blue, he loves Ailee.  He wants to hold her hand and play together, and what does he get? "no!"  Poor boy! he's so sweet and she doesn't even know what she's missing.  She'll figure it out soon, K, don't give up :)

 

E was a good sport and lead the way to the "big rock."

 How can you even resist this?  Boyhood, right infront of us.

 Muddy feet to go with the unders. 

 

 Sesame chicken, fresh palisade peaches, olathe sweet, sweet corn, cherries...life is good :)

 Breakfast in the camper with the heater, thank you very much! 

A very fabulous time indeed :)