First Days & First Hunt

Let me first say that I have had one of those days. One of those days when every single lesson stinks it up...I mean, it was terrible! I take it personally, too. I don't like to allow myself those days, but it happens, I guess. I tell you this to say that I stressed the entire way home...one track minded me. What was up? How could I make it better?....AND now I was supposed to enjoy my little ones at home?! I guess I might as well stink it up at home, too! LOL...I know that I am dramatic...but I am getting to my point and the happier side of this story...I promise.  So, all of those worries and all of that stress disappeared (well...for the most part) when I heard about and witnessed my babies doing some exciting firsts. I'm so excited for them...probably more so than them!

Today was Mallory's big day! She had her first day of school! I decided not to take off with the promise that Cody would take pictures and give me updates as soon as possible.  I was a bit concerned by how she may handle waking up early, being separated from Faith and Cam, and having Daddy leave her. Guess what?! Mallory surprised us ALL! She did not cry a single tear, and she jumped up excited about going to "stool."  Her teachers said that she participated in class, and that she did wonderfully. OH. MY. I am so proud of this girl.

Not only did Mallory have her first day of school, but she also had her first day of gymnastics!!! This was a first for both girls. Faith was beyond excited, but Mallory was dead asleep when I got home to dress them (which was a mad rush)! She wasn't too happy when I woke her, either. GREAT.  BUT. Do you know what?! This kid went straight inside and into the arms of a stranger?! She did everything that they asked her to. Faith did, as well. They both seemed to like it, but Faith told me that she didn't get to do flips. Maybe that will come.

Cody came home early to have some special time with Cameron. They went hunting for the first time! Cody said that Cam did a great job sitting quietly, but not so much on sitting still.  I think that Cameron simply loved being along with his Daddy. He was so cute in his camo.  They saw one deer.

So, here I am wide awake and blogging at 10 p.m.  They are fast asleep...although the girls had a ball laughing at who knows what for what seemed like forever in their bedroom. These firsts have me all excited. I can't wait until we start team sports. I'm gonna' be that crazy mom yelling in the stands. I just know it! LOL!