"B" is for Bug and Butterfly

We have had a pretty fun-filled week. This week was our first week of all of our activities that the kids and I will be having this year or more like all the activities that Ellie will have!! This week was the continuation of preschool and the start of ballet/tap.

"B" is for BUG.

Ellie did really great at preschool. It was the first week that I didn't teach so I really got to experience what it was like having the time off twice a week. Ellie learned about the letter "B" this week and the number 2. She was really excited about her bug ears that she made and a butterfly painting out of her hands. Elise LOVES going twice a week and gets really excited about seeing all of her friends. I really like seeing all the different creative ideas that the other moms have for preschool. So far, this experience has been very positive and I am glad that all the work has paid off.

The Butterfly.

On Tuesday during preschool I took Owen to Gymboree. I was feeling guilty because I did Gymboree with Ellie and haven't done anything with Owen. So, I took the opportunity of my time alone with Owen to take him to Gymboree. After going once, I realized that it is kind of far to drive and honestly seemed like a first-time-mom thing to do. So, I cancelled, but we are still committed to four more classes so we will enjoy those classes and then be done. I shouldn't feel bad because I put Ellie in Gymboree so she could be around other babies her age but Owen gets to be around others his age all the time, so I shouldn't worry so much about it.

Owen drinking out of a cup.

Wednesday was the start of Ellie's ballet and tap class. We went to a new place and I am glad to report that I really like this place. My one dilemma is whether to keep her in once or twice a week. She loves it so much that for now we will keep going until I get tired of driving out there twice weekly. I forgot my camera but this picture below is of her before ballet over the summer.

Thursday was more preschool. Owen and I took the opportunity to go grocery shopping. It was so nice going with him!! He stays in the cart the entire time, it was awesome. After grocery shopping another mom from preschool and I went out to lunch at a real sit-down restaurant. It was so fun and kind of needed I think. It is good to feel like you are normal again. Usually the kids and I go somewhere once a week for lunch (like McDonalds or Chick-Fil-A) so I think on the weeks that we don't go out maybe myself and some other moms can have lunch. I am starting to realize that I need to do more things for me and I feel like this is a start!

Friday was ballet again. The teacher said that Elise did really awesome on Wednesday and that she was by far the best kid in both classes. Apparently she listens and follows directions. Wonder why that doesn't translate at home! Anyway, she was super cute all dressed up and did the best somersaults out of anyone else in the class.

Here is Owen playing with his car. Dad was especially proud.

Ellie before church this past Sunday.