Mommy Musings

For about two years now, Emmy has been asking us to do 'kung fu'.  This all stems from her watching 'Kung Fu Panda' years ago on repeat.  I was more than happy to indulge her, but not while she was also doing dance.  She does ballet and Daisies during the year, and I don't want to over schedule her. But this summer we found an opportunity for a tai kwon do summer class and signed her right up.  It was 16 classes in all, and Emmy absolutely shined.  I'm not just saying that, the teacher actually told me she was the best student. She learned discipline and working towards a goal.  At the last class, she was the only student to show up {true story!} and the only one who had showed up for every class. So the teacher ran through a routine with Emmy, and had her break a board. Then he tied on her new yellow belt!  I could not have been prouder of her.  She worked SO hard and was rewarded for it. We left the decision of whether to continue tai kwon do or ballet this fa

A few weeks ago, Charlie had her Popsicle Party at school.  It's a fun playdate for the kids to get to know their teachers and new classmates.  We've gone the past few years with Emmy, and now it was Charlie's turn! She had a great day, running around and hugging as many people as she could.  She is definitely a little love and I know her class is lucky to have her. I'm so proud of my little baby!

Now that it's over, I can safely say that this was one of the best summers of my life.  Not only are the girls at *such* a fun age, but the weather was absolutely gorgeous as well.  We spent hours and hours at the pool, beach, in the backyard, and every park within a half an hour drive. I'm so sad to see it go, but happy to have the memories. There are still a few things about the summer I never blogged about, and am going to try and get those done this week, mainly so I have a record of them. As much as I miss my parents living around the block from us, the fact that they live near the beach is the next best thing. We got down there a few times this summer, each time better than the last. I will surely miss this view once winter comes!

We did it! We survived the first full week of school....wahoo! I won't lie, this transition into two girls in school all day, every day, has been tougher than I anticipate.  It requires a lot more organization and I'm constantly worried I'll forget something.  We'll get there though. Charlie is adjusting slowly but surely.  She would prefer to still be at home with me {who wouldn't} but before she knows it, she'll learn to love school, I'm sure. Unfortunately the poor girl got hit with her first taste of school germs and was home sick two days this week.  But she's feeling all better now!  With two in school, I feel like it's going to be a long winter of germs. Emmy started her third year of dance on Wednesday.  I absolutely love the school she is in, and she was happy that her best friend from dance was back again this year. I've been spending my free hours during the day writing and editing.  Oh yeah, I don't think I mentioned on here yet,

Thank you to Pete Scobell for sponsoring today's post.... If you've read this blog for any amount of time, you know my personal connection, and love for our men and women in the armed forces.  And I am always thinking of ways to support them. Today I am asking for a minute to introduce you to an amazing American hero.  Pete Scobell .  He selflessly served our country as a Navy Seal for 17.  After suffering a traumatic brain injury overseas, he turned back to his love of music to help him heal. His album, Walkin A Wire, comes out today.  He has collaborated with music royalty Wynonna Judd and Cactus Moser.  One of the songs, "Hearts I Leave Behind, " was written at the request of Taya Kyle, widow to American Sniper Chris Kyle.  You all know the love and respect I hold for the both of them.  It is a song he released earlier this year and went on to reach #1 on the iTunes Country Singles Chart.  All proceeds from the song were donated to the Chris Kyle foundation.  P

Today my baby went off to preschool.  My baby!  My sweet precious girl that has been home with me for over four years now. Now someone else will watch over her all day.  Today and tomorrow are half days, but after that, she'll be gone days a week, full day of school It's going to be a big change. I'm not sure she's ready. I'm not sure I'm ready. But with other things in life, sometimes you just have to jump right in and hope to come out okay on the other end. We'll both struggle, but both thrive as well. And for today?  She walked in confidently...only waving goodbye to me as she started exploring. Even I haven't shed a tear yet {though that could change} So now I'm off to hang out with my man :)