First Day at a New Preschool

Isaac and Olivia started pre-school last week and our house returned to normal! I do much better with a schedule! Even though I love summer- I am always happy to see routine and order return. The twins started at a new pre-school this year (mostly we just wanted different curriculum) and they have loved it so far.

Check out my big kids! Where have all the babies gone?

The Watauga River

One final post on our mountain day and then I will be on to some other events in the world of Hoots. After ruining our teeth we walked around a park that backs backs up to Mast General store. At the back of the park is a river... the Watauga River. We came to this park many times in college, I have walked around it a thousand times, and I never really noticed the river. I am sure I noticed it was there - I had just never paid it much attention. But, as we turned the corner on the path and the river became visible all six blue eyes lit up. The first question, "Can we get in?". So the kids jumped right in clothes, shoes and all. It was cold and beautiful. Here are my cute cold kids.

Trying to stay somewhat dry.

Gave up on the dry idea and went under.

Crying because it was cold on little southern toes.

Our Dentist Loves Us!

So, after we stopped on the Blue Ridge Parkway, we took the kids to one of our favorite places.

The Original Mast General Store

John worked at the annex in college and we have loved it ever since. Truly an old timey kind of store (with some great modern stuff - like Chacos). One of the best parts is the Candy Barrel. We let our kids pick out anything they wanted and get soda in glass bottles. They were thrilled...

One happy guy with his root beer.

Isaac would not drink one sip of his. He decided he hates soda.

Candy for all.

Enjoying some good ole fashioned sugar.

Day Tripping

Last Sunday we played hookie and took a day trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The kids had a blast and it was a nice respite from the 90 degree days here.

Here are a couple of shots at an overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Stop taking my picture.

The sun is in our eyes we will not smile.

Three happy Hoots'.

The Spray Ground

On the same fun weekend that our friends come spontaneously- we decided to try out a new spray ground in our area. Super fun and very affordable (free)! Check out the kiddos.

A Weekend with Friends

About a month ago, we had a spur of the moment get together with some of our favorite families on the planet. It was spontaneous fun had by all (young and old). Friday night we had a fire and just partied. Here are the cute kids...

Olivia, Jonah, and Isaac.

Ethan's fire dance.

Lily, Ethan and Jonah.