More First Days

Today was the first day of preschool for Mr. 4 yr. old. He has missed school SO much over the summer and has been counting the seconds until he could start again. He had a great day and met lots of new friends.

Tuba the Acolyte

All of Tuba's dreams came true at church today. He got to serve as an acolyte on the altar! Thanks to our friend Subdeacon Romanos...who for many years has let Tuba extinguish candles with him...and told us that when Tuba was ready he would help him serve as an acolyte. Thanks to you Subdeacon...you made a little boy (and his parents) very happy:) Church is Tuba's favorite place in the world and you can tell by the HUGE smile on his face.
Getting fitted for his robe with Subdeacon Romanos

Getting the blessing from Fr. David

Holding his robe and "beaming"

Getting help from the other acolytes



Holding his candle during the scripture reading

Swaying away up on the altar

Assisting during communion

In the vestment room after the service with his acolyte buddies (who were a great help and very excited for Tuba). Thanks boys!

First Soccer Game

Listening to the coach

Kicking

Waiting on the side lines

Snack time

The Cost

Soccer registration - $65.00

Soccer shorts, shin guards, socks, shoes and water bottle - $60.00

Team snacks for game day - $10.00

The sheer excitement of a 4 year old - PRICELESS!


He insisted on wearing the shin guards to bed!

Middle School Boy

Tuba started middle school yesterday! The bus came at 7:05 a.m.......yes EARLY! I had to set my alarm clock for the first time in many years. I have been putting the boys to bed at 7:30 p.m. since we are all up at 6:30 a.m. now. It's going fine so far but I'm not looking forward to the really dark and cold winter mornings. The first day of school went well for Tuba. He was excited to see all his friends. He came home hungry since lunch is at 10:00 a.m. and he gets off the bus at 2:10 p.m. He was up before me today and all smiles about school.....me too:)

Boys, boys, oh.....boys!

"Pete" and "Re-Pete" having a great time playing Army.



Baby Guy gets in on the action too.

As soon as he picked up the gun he was making firing noises and pointing his gun!


At least one of them was enjoying the bonfire:)

Look What's for Dinner!

Well.....it is casserole season soon!