FC Dallas

Just before school started, we went to our first professional soccer game.  Some very generous friends were going and had extra tickets they offered to us.  We left baby Rae for her first overnight stay with Nana and took the big kids to Dallas.  We met our friends for dinner before the game (which was fantastic).  They had passes that allowed us on the field as the team came out.  Molly and Ty thought that was awesome!  It was a great time

First night away from mom.

She did great!

A little pre-game entertainment

It was really cool to be this close as the teams came onto the field.  The kids (and JB and I) loved it!

2nd Grade

This post is a little late, but here is the group on Molly's first day of school.  She is enjoying second grade as much as she did the previous two.  Ty, Rae and I  can't wait for her to get home every day because we miss her while she is gone. 

Braces!

The big sister in her new braces...

BEFORE

AFTER

If you look closely in this picture you can see the expander on the back top teeth.  That has been an adjustment for her because it makes it difficult for her to chew.  She is managing very well and has a great attitude most of the time about it.  Let's just say I would probably not be as positive.  Doesn't God often use our children to remind us of areas in which we should already be much improved (being joyful in all circumstances).  I know He does with me.  Look at that precious smile!