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Yes, yes, again. Slacker. Just slap a label on my forehead and be done. Here is a lightning-fast update of our clan. And then I promise (dare I say resolve??) to update REGULARLY.
August - Took an awesome trip out to Idaho to visit the B* clan. It was spectacular. Immediately prior to taking that trip, we bid our Dodge Grand Caravan adieu and upgraded our swagger. That's right, we are now proud owners of a swagger wagon (2011 Toyota Sienna) and I LOVE IT.
September - School started. 2nd grade for the Keegster (in Spanish all day) and preschool for Kayden and me. We do a co-op preschool with 6 other moms & kids in our area. 2 days a week, 2 field trips a month. It's fantastic, and I love being a part of it while still getting a break when it isn't my turn to teach. Soccer was also going on this month.
October - Ummm...School kept going, I taught preschool, had a birthday in there somewhere (28, oy), potty-trained Kyler, and celebrated Halloween. Boom, baby. My house is diaper-free. BEST. THING. EVER. Oh yeah, and this month, Zach, K1, and K2 were hit by a car while crossing the street. Everyone was fine, but it was a horrific experience.
November - School: and can I just share a life lesson with you here? When I just had Keegan, I could never understand why the moms with 3 or more kids didn't come to playgroups, etc. I couldn't figure out what they were so busy with. I get it now. I am constantly on the go - taking my turn in the carpool for school, the carpool or teaching for preschool, running my own errands, keeping my family fed, etc, etc. So, my apologies to you moms who I ever thought weren't busy. Ok, back to November...
November (again) - Soccer finished, yeah! It was fun, but so busy. Holidays were celebrated, Kyler made it exciting with our first ever 911 call and ride in an ambulance. Have I mentioned how much I hate asthma during the winter cold season? It's a nightmare.
December - Kyler turned 2! He was sick, and so his b-day was um...overlooked. I mean, we tried to make his day as nice as possible, but with ear infections, immunizations, and the leftover croup, it wasn't that awesome. Kayden is still reminding me that we never had a cake for him. What can I say - I was ultra-frazzled from his illness, and I dropped the ball. Big time. I promise I'll do better next time! School wrapped up for the 2011 year with Keegan getting rave reviews from his teachers in all areas. He is picking up the spanish amazingly well and really enjoying himself. Christmas was wonderful and probably deserves it's own post.... All in all, life is good, and we are keeping our heads above water in the daily routine. Here's to 2012 and more posting!