A New Year

On August 24th, Matthew, Peter, and I started a new school year. Matthew is in the fourth grade this year and has Mr. Wagner as his teacher. Peter is in the second grade and has Mrs. Hawkins as his teacher. The first week of school was very fun, but it was also very HOT! Luckily, all of the students at Vale Elementary had the opportunity to go swimming at the Vale City Pool during their P.E. block on either Thursday or Friday. We are very excited about getting back into the school routine and the possibilities the year will bring!

Our Sweet Baby is One!

One year ago today, we welcomed William Henry McBride into our family and our lives changed forever. As I say that, I cannot believe that it has been a year since William was born. It makes me sad because the year has gone by too quickly and our baby is not a baby anymore!

William is the sweetest, happiest, most joyful baby I have ever been around. I might be just a little bit biased though! Matthew and Peter absolutely adore him, and it is evident that he thinks that they both walk on water. William provides us with so many laughs and constant entertainment. I cannot remember what we ever did without him.

We celebrated William's First Birthday with family on Saturday, July 30. The birthday theme was "Prince William." William was in his typical happy mood and, as you will see from the pictures, he wore his crown proudly all night! He actually wore the crown all day as we were preparing for the party! Below are some of my favorite pictures from the evening. Sorry there are so many, but I have cut them down from over 200!

Our Little Prince William

Here he comes!

I love those eyes!

Such a happy boy.

William and Tex

 

 

Messy Boy

It is a good thing the crown was washable.

Bath time

William riding his ATV after the bath

Karen and Jordan bought him this adorable outfit.