Welcome to the world of Little League Soccer!

Nathan started playing on a Soccer team at the local Y this year and we had our first game today! It was a overwhelming experience for us parents as there are hundreds of kids and parents cheering on their kids on every field. Nathan did a great job in his first game. He played goalie and was able to make 4 out of 5 saves. He also got to play in the field and was a great sport! He hasn't picked up the competitive instinct yet, but we are sure it will come soon!

Of course, Madison had to be part of the fun too!

First Days of School

Nathan and Madison started at Sardis Presbyterian Weekday School this Fall. Nathan is in the 5 Day program with many of his buddies from last year and Madison is in the toddler program 2 Days a week. It was definitely an adjustment for little Madison but big brother Nathan went right in without worry!

Trip to Sunset Beach

We had a wonderful trip to the beach with our good friends, The Driscolls as our last summer hurrah. We had some rain for the first 24 hours there, but it cleared up to be a beautiful weekend! We spent lots of time relaxing on the beach, taking naps and getting take out with the kids! Can't wait to do it again next year!

Bye Beach! We will miss you!

It's Family Picture Time!

With a beautiful coastal backdrop, we attempted to take some family/kid pics. Here are some of the results!

~Daddy had to keep pulling us out of the water~

Schwartz by the Sea

Last week we had a wonderful beach vacation where it was just the four of us. We spent the week at Litchfield by the Sea where the kids jumped the ocean waves, swam in the pool, and played in the sand to their hearts content! We couldn't have asked for better weather. Though it was hot, the breeze was wonderful and the water was cool. We spent our days at the beach where Nathan loved playing in the waves and learned how to ride the boogie board. Madison loved running into the ocean with no fear and playing in (and eating!) the sand. We would have our lunch at the beach, play some more and then head to the pool. After some down time, we'd head out for a nice dinner and then some evening fun from amusement rides to shopping the toy stores. All in all, it was a fun and memorable trip! Can't wait to see what our next beach trip has in store for us!

Madison 1 Year Stats

We had our one-year doctor visit and here are our stats! Such a big girl! We had to get four shots! It was not fun but she was a big girl and was fine before we left the office!

Length: 29.25 inches (50%)

Weight: 21 lbs 1 oz (25%)

Head Circumference: 48 cms (97%)!!