The month of September

So besides confirming the creation of our third child, what else have we done this month?

All of the old college roommates joined Tracie and Robyn out here in beautiful Colorado. Naturally, since I was watching the kids all weekend, Tracie asked that I provide a recap, so here goes.

 Breckenridge is always picturesque, but especially this time of year. Cool temperatures, the start of fall colors turning, and this year, biblical floods along the Front Range. It took an extra day, but everyone eventually made it out.

 Robyn brought up a couple of bikes and the ladies rented a couple more. Not sure if actual riding was done, but there was a lot of posing by the lake wearing bike helmets...

 When working out at altitude, it is important to stay hydrated and well fueled. Bri and Robyn demonstrate proper form.

 Delicious.

 They stayed at my manager's place up in Breckenridge. Lots of fun, not a lot of pictures, and only the occasional pillow fight.

 It was a lot of fun to see everyone, and a great reminder of all the memories that they have shared. Looking forward to the next installment of this reunion.

 For Tracie's birthday, we turned back the clock to our college years and went to the Kelly Clarkson/Maroon 5 concert at Fiddler's Green. We had seats in the grass, which sounds quaint, but in reality turned out to be more standing on a hill. It was still a lot of fun.

 Kelly Clarkson was great. That girl can really sing. I think she can go places.

 Adam Levine and Maroon 5 were a lot of fun. The crowd was an interesting mix of people. There were obviously a lot of cool people in their young 30s like us. And of course, the young teens and college kids. Then randomly, a lot of 'older folks' including people in their 60s and 70s. Fans of American Idol? The Voice?

It was a lot of fun, but for the rest of the week we felt a lot like Connor. 

It was a fun month full of Soccer, dance, school, piano, work, church, friends, and fun. We are looking for more of the same in October (except that now Connor actually sleeps in his bed).

Spilled Beans

 There you have it...mark your calendars for March 24th.

 ...And always for good measure.

Quick Recap!

I realize that we've been M.I.A. for a couple weeks.  Yikes!!!! I wish we could say that we've been doing exciting things but it's the daily grind that's keeping us busy.  Here are the highlights of the past weeks:

 

Connor got his very first hair cut.  It took him so long to grow the hair he had that I didn't want to cut it but his grandpa hairs were getting way too long.  He did great sitting in the chair and walked away looking so handsome and grown up.

We also transitioned Connor into a big boy bed.  I'd like to say that he loves sleeping in it but for the past week we've found him fast asleep behind the door.  Kind of makes it hard to check on him but thankfully he doesn't wake up as we push the door open and he moves pretty easily.

Troy and I celebrated our 9th anniversary.  It's hard to believe that it's been 9 years already.  It's gone by so fast but I've loved every minute of it.  Thanks for all the fun, laughter, and adventures!!!!

 Brooke has been playing soccer twice a week.  Some of the time she's in the thick of things.

 Other times she's examining more interesting things.

 Troy has enjoyed coaching Brooke's team.  It's a challenge to coach a bunch of 5 year olds but they've done well so far.  They're 2-1 for the season.

 We've enjoyed having Taylor here for the summer. 

 The kids miss having him around.  Troy misses having the lawn miraculously mowed.

Other than that life is good!  Brooke loves school and doing fabulous.  Connor likes having more mommy time.  He's starting to talk a little more although you may need a translator to really understand what he's saying.  Troy's busy with work but loves to come home and spend time with us.  I'm busy with piano (12 kids) but still love what I do.