my three little men: week 42

We're settling into our new groove. This week we've gone and done a little more that unsual (and stayed out a little later, a couple of nights) but our days have been pretty consistent. And, at our house, everyone does better with consistency. Especially Ivan and Mom!

We took our first feild trip. These guys were pretty excited. We see a lot more of these in our future.

And that pretty much sums up our week in pictures. We've got some crazy boys, but they sure are fun!

And because someone can't be left out (as a friend pointed out), here is our Preschool Napper. He naps durning preschool these days. Next year, he'll probably want to join us.

 

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preschool - week 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

We're all back to school at the Vance house. Jason started a couple of weeks ago, and we started today.

Amos has been requestiong to start school for the last month. He's a little bit excited. And so am I. We've even rubbed off on Silas. I've spent the last month preparing and getting things ready. And I love that part too! It's such a joy to devote time to something you love.

I'm teaming up with a close friend to create our own curriculum that works it's way through The Jesus Storybook Bible. Our main goal is to teach our kids about Jesus, so it kinda made since to use a book that we love and does it so well. There's been so much fun stuff to find on the internet that can help make the stories come alive.

We're teaming up on Mondays to jumpstart the week together and then finishing stuff out on our own. We had a blast this week and can't wait to work together again.

 

 

 

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my three little men: week 41

We officially start home preschool next week, but have been doing some school this week. Mainly because Amos has been asking to start since the beginning of August. He loves it. I love it. Everyone is happy. Oh and he LOVES worksheets. "Mom, I love doing this type of school." A boy after my own heart.

Silas....welll. "Well" is his favorite word this week. He has a lot to say about things and he wants to make sure he gets it out right. He starts most sentences with "well". He also tends to be a little indecisive. We take turns choosing the tv show. Si takes a little longer. Si's been doing some school with us too. The change a summer makes in a 2 almost 3 year old is amazing. He's become quite the student. Major improvements in the gluing and cutting department

We strategically choose to school while the Ivan Monster is sleeping, because he would be in on that business. His mobility has been wreaking havoc on the older boys' plans this week. We've got some learning ahead of us.

He's got one top tooth and is working on the other. The first one was a bear. But this one seems to not be causing as much pain.

Our new baby gate is installed. No more falling down steps! They are still his favorite place to be though. Gotta keep an eye on that one. He's been finding all kinds of new places.

Before the week started, we celebrating Gramps birthday in Altamont with our family. I think you can tell what some of his favorite things are.

Lots of doors and windows open this last weekend and attic fan on! There is hope that fall is coming! Don't let me down now Missouri.

There are those teeth. Someone loves to swing.

Amos checked out a Hulk book at the library this week. Once home, he quickly became the Hulk!

And here's Silas' awkard Middle School picture. But, he CAN palm the ball.

 

 

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my three little men: week 40

The big 4-0. How'd that happen so fast? In 12 short week, he'll be one... Slow down baby boy. I could keep him here for a while. He's pretty darn sweet these days. And, oh, so cute!

Smiling at his brothers! He's always got smiles for them. Until someone bonks him on the head. He's going to be a tough one.

Some America Ninga Warrior at the Park Sunday night.

Monday started with Daddy back to work and everyone health!y! We spent a lot of the week getting back into a new rhythm of things. Soon we'll be starting up preschool at home with Amos, and we're both SUPER excited about it.

 

We had quite a bit going on in our first week. We all went in for Ivan's 9 month check-up on Tuesday. This was a fun one because it didn't invovle any shots! He did great and he looks great!

I've enjoyed running around and doing things with these boys this week. They've been very well-behaved and fun to have along. We even made a big shopping trip to Alid after the gym on Friday. We were OUT of food, so there wasn't much of another option. But it was a joy!

Thursday was full of fun with our cousins. They are in the process of moving, so we got to hang out with the three girls all day long. Nobody seemed to mind. And the weather!!!! Thank you Jesus for those wonderful days! Fall.IS.COMING!

Ivan's not upset with Clara in this picture. But it was too funny not to post. I think I have a very similar picture of Silas and Cilla...

On Friday we also hit up the Library. Getting some books for school and letting Amos learn how to check out his own. Silas enjoyed the play section. The best part was getting to read our new books with Daddy when he came home!

 

 

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