It's football time in Tennessee

Today was the first UT football game of the season. I think the whole state of TN was there and was really pumped up about the new coaching staff. We had a great time tailgating before the game (and Morgan and I tailgated during the game) and Jackson and Josh had a blast at the game.

First Day of School

Well, it didn't go as well as planned. From the moment Jackson woke up, he did not want to go to school. "my stomach hurts, my throat hurts". I remember feeling the same way when I was his age. I was always so nervous about school and I guess I passed that on to him. He was crying when we left him with his teacher-oh that made his momma sad. Morgan did fine and was smiling and happy. She's in third grade so we can't take her down to her teacher-she has to wait in the gym until the bell rings. I can't believe they are in third and first grade. My babies are growing up. I hope they have a great morning...they only go 1/2 day today. Whew!

Cousins

My sweet sister in law had been traveling with my niece and nephew and she came through Norris (where I grew up) so she could be there for my birthday. It was great to see her and the kids...only wish my brother could have gotten away from work to come. The kids had a blast swimming in Gran's pool and Morgan and Sydney enjoyed playing American Girl dolls together.

Kingston All Stars

Jackson has been playing "A" ball with the Kingston All Star team.  They played in a tournament all weekend and now all week long.  They won the district championship tonight and will go to the regional tournament in Madisonville on Friday.  Jackson is an awesome player and I'm so proud of him and his determination.  He wants to practice every single day in the 100 degree weather because he wants to keep getting better.  It has been miserably hot at his games but I have loved every minute of it. I'm proud of you Jackson!

Time with my brother

A few weeks ago I took my mom and my kids to South Carolina for my niece's high school graduation.  It was a great trip and I got to spend some time with my oldest brother Ricky. (Rick as he's called by others but always Ricky to me) 

End of School

Tomorrow is the last day of school for Morgan and Jackson.  Morgan won another medal today for Citizenship.  Here is a picture of her with her teacher, Mrs. Miller.  Jackson had a great day today too and enjoyed an ice cream party.  I can't believe they are getting so big and will be in 3rd grade and 1st grade next year.

Morgan's Recital

Morgan had her spring dance recital last weekend and did an excellent job. She has been taking Musical Theater for the past year and danced to a song from the show "Gypsy".  She got lots of flowers and adored that!