First Day of School (sob!)

Cameron and his best bud Keller on their first day of 1st Grade

Ashlie and her BFF Madeline on the 1st day of 5th Grade

Yesterday I sent my baby to 5th Grade (gotta love this year round school.) Today I sent my baby to First Grade (sob). Yes, I cried a little. Yes, I am a little excited for the freedom. Yes, I am sad. Yes, I feel very, very old. Yes, I am moving on to the next stage of my life. No, I am not ready for this. My kids grew up way, way too fast. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Because I don't think I always did. Now I can't stop crying.

Help Me!

I have a TON of blankets that are taking up too much space. My husband (yes, you read right, my husband!!) does not want me to get rid of them. Now I need a storage solution. Any suggestions, ideas????????

ProActiv

If any of you out there use ProActiv and would like some free stuff, let me know. My daughter no longer uses it. I have quite a bit of stuff left. Free to the first person to contact me.

Running Tip

I have some friends who are starting to run for the first time. Congrats to them! I sent them some links on how to go from no running to running 30 minutes straight in 2 months. I thought I would share them in case anyone else is interested:

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

http://living.health.com/2008/05/05/our-walk-to-run-plan-2/

Scroll to the bottom. Enjoy!

More Stuff

I have a ton of girl baby clothes that I need to get rid of. My husband is going to sell me if I don't get them out of my house! If you know anyone that needs baby clothes, let me know. I think they range from newborn to around 3T.

I'm also selling my Little Tikes wagon. It is pretty old - from when Taylor was little. Still in good condition, though. Let me know if you or anyone you know is interested.

Marathon Training Tip

Don't go for a long run at 10:00 in the morning when it is 90 degrees outside. Trust me on this one.

If and when you lose a toenail, put a band-aid on it BEFORE you head out running. Again, trust me on this one.

Lake Powell

Chris and I took the kids to Lake Powell over the 4th of July (our first trip there, ever!)!! We went with my sister and her family. Here are some of the highlights:

We practiced handstands in the water

The boys hung out

We did a lot of relaxing

We took a TON of photos of the kids (Taylor, Tyrus, Tia, Ashlie, Braxten, Cameron)

We took MORE photos

Taylor learned to waterski (she did awesome!)

We towed my sisters boat (because it broke down). Then our alternator went out. Between the two boats we were able to get one working. It made for a very exciting boat ride back to Bullfrog Marina (towing Laura's boat)

We taught the kids some simple water ballet (it's a star)

We climbed on lots of rocks

Cam and Mom caught our first fish - cat fish and walleye (sp??)

Love, love, LOVED Lake Powell and can't wait to go back (maybe in August-after finals, of course!!)!!!!!

(I even bought a LP sticker for my car -lame, I know)

Marathon Training Tip

Don't try to train for a marathon while your doctor has you on medication and a strict diet. It doesn't make for friendly training.