Monday, August 22, 2016

First Day of School 2016

Today was our first day back to school. I think we were all pretty excited....except Luke. We now have a Sophomore, 7th grader, 4th grader and Kindergartener. If anybody is keeping track, that is three big milestones. First day at the big high school, first day of junior high, and first day of Kinder. Those are hard on Momma. 


Kate was the first in line for pictures this morning. She is in Mrs. Turley's fourth grade class. She has been ready to go back, but she looked nervous when we left. I can't wait to hear all about 4th grade this afternoon.

Kate loves doing gymnastics, dancing, riding her Ripstick, and swimming. She plays the piano, but it is not her favorite. The practicing is too much for her. We measured her the other day and she was 4 feet 8 1/2 inches.


Wade-o is in Mrs. Fisher's Kindergarten class this year. He is excited to go to the big school this year. I know he is ready. I am not sure if his teacher is ready or not. We have known his teacher for about 9 years. Her son went to preschool and started school with Luke. They even played on the same soccer team.

Wade is 4 feet 1 1/2 inches and 52 pounds. He is growing so fast!! He enjoys riding his bike, jumping on the trampoline, swimming, and playing video games. He has asked to play soccer in the Spring (we were too late to sign up for Fall).


Luke starts his first day of junior high today. I know he is nervous about where his classes and locker are located. I am praying for a smooth transition. This is also the first year of uniforms. He is NOT excited about this. I think he looks really nice. I hope he gets used to the uniform soon. He has to wear them for three years!


Luke is going to try out for the football team this Fall. He also likes swimming, playing basketball on the trampoline, watching you tube videos, and pestering his brother and sisters. Luke is 5 feet 4 inches and weighs 95 pounds.


Today is Rachel's first day at the big high school! I have a sophomore! I am not sure how that is possible. She doesn't seem very nervous about the transition. I am sure she will do fine after she finds her way around.


Rachel enjoys playing the clarinet, piano, and cello. She also enjoys watching a good series on Netflix. She worked this summer at our neighborhood pool. The girl has no spare time! I am very proud of her! Rachel has grown about an inch in the last year. She is 5 feet 10 1/4 inches!!


So you can get an idea of the stair steps. Luke has really started to grow.



On our way to the elementary school.




I have the same pose of Kate and Luke on the first day of Kindergarten. Rachel's is a little different. I took hers to look like her daddy's first day of Kinder picture.


On our way to the junior and senior high. Sweet!


Luke chose not to have me walk him to the door. I can't imagine why. He would not turn around so I could get a picture. So we drove by and called his name and told him we all loved him!! We did get a laugh out of him.


Rachel has her hands and backpack full!


I am not sure what I will be doing with all my free time. I have had a baby at home for the last 15 years!! I am praying for good teachers and good friends. I can't wait to hear about everybody's first day!!

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Easter Pictures

We celebrated Easter in Snyder this year. It turned out to be a beautiful day! We got to see all of our family. Granddad Bob, Lorita and Memaw Dena came over to eat lunch with us at Grandpa and Grandnanna's. Everything worked out great and the food was good!

Rachel looked very tall in her Easter outfit. The high heeled shoes made her reach almost 6 foot! She looked beautiful!!



Even though the temps were on the chilly side, Luke opted to wear shorts. He looked really nice all cleaned up!




Kate looked beautiful in her pretty Easter dress! She doesn't think she looks like herself with a head band and curled hair. I think it makes her look older. 




Wade's bow tie is my favorite! I was so excited he agreed to wear it and didn't complain at all about being uncomfortable. I think he looks so cute!! My baby...




Group Shots



Luke is catching up to me pretty quickly. I may have to stand in the front row soon. My kids will all be taller than me.


 We are REALLY proud of this grandkid picture!! They all look so pretty and handsome all dressed in their Sunday best. I love how Wade & Tye and Luke & Miles have their arms around each other. Sweet cousins. I love all these kids so much!!


Grandnanna and Grandpa


I wanted to take a picture to show Rachel she was almost as tall as Grandpa.


This is Luke photo-bombing my attempt. Haha


Sunday, March 27, 2016

Fluvanna Easter

Yesterday was the big Stansell Reunion and Easter Egg Hunt! This is something we all look forward to each year. The kids can't wait to hunt the eggs. This year the Easter Bunny sent 500 extra eggs via Cousin Lindsey. The kids had so many eggs all their baskets were overflowing!!


 All lined up...

Ready...

Set...

GO!

 Some action shots of Luke. This may be his last hunt at Fluvanna. :0(





Madison - 4


Tenley - 10


Kate - 8


Tye - 4


Sydney - 6


Miles - 8


Luke - 11


Ian - 8


Mac - 6


Rachel - 14


Wade - 5


Caroline - 20 months


Organizing their loot!


We had a great time!