School's Out!!!

Manning has just taken a bite outta 3rd grade...moving onto 4th!

Reesing just kissed kindergarten good bye...so long suckas! 

Welcome summer of fun!

The night before summer

'Twas the night before school was out when all through the house,

Every creature was stirring...even a mouse...I'm sure!

The backpacks were hung by the front door with care,

In hopes that morning would quickly be there;

The children were not nestled all snug in their beds; 

While they jumped around and visionsof late nights and summer sugar rushes danced in their heads; 

And mamma in her pj's and I in my ball cap

Had just settled our butts on the couch  for a short evening's nap,

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,

I sprang from my Royals replay to see what was the matter.

Away to the window I flew like a flash,

Tore open the blinds and threw up the sash. 

The moon on the breast of the newly-mowed grass,

Gave a lustre of midday to objects Dancing around in the bedroom below,

When what to my wondering eyes did appear, 

But three little monsters and three tiny shadows,

With such busy shadows, so lively and quick, 

I knew in a moment they must be,

More rapid than ninjas, more feisty than rabid dogs 

So I whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: 

"Now, Manning! now, Mans! now Reesing and Reesy baby! 

On, Kawlins on, KU on, Man-Rees-KAw...oh what's your name?

To the top of the bunk bed! to the top of the wall! 

Now go to sleep! Go to sleep! Go to sleep all!" 

As leaves that before the wild spring tornados they fly, 

When they meet with an obstacle, they act really sly; 

So up to the beds the shadows they flew 

With hands full of toys, and Yearbooks too— 

And then, in a twinkling, I heard down below 

More prancing and pawing of six tiny feet

As I drew in my head, and was turning downstairs;

Out came the three little monsters  came with a bound. 

They were all freshly bathed and damp from their heads to their toes, 

And their pajamas were all covered with things that they love; 

Each had a pillow they had flung over their backs 

And they looked like pedlers just begging for more time. 

Their eyes—how they twinkled! All six dimples, how merry! 

Little cheeks were like roses, noses as cute as cherries! 

Their sad little mouths was perched as to plead their case

As to why they should be able to stay up all night; 

The stump of a toothbrush one had stuck in their teeth, 

Brought so much pride it encircled their heads like a wreath; 

One had a round little face and another with hardly even a belly

That shook when they giggled like a bowl full of jelly. 

Not one was chubby nor plump, but still symbolic of three jolly old elves, 

And I laughed when I saw them , in spite of myself; 

A wink of my eye, a smile and a shake of my head

Soon let them know they had nothing to dread; 

They spoke not a word, but turned and went straight to work, 

And putting all the toys away; then turned with a jerk, 

Finished brushing their teeth & hair and 

And giving a nod, one by one they lined up for hug; 

They sprang to their beds, to the 3 little monsters I gave a whistle, 

And away they all dropped into bed like they had just heard a train whistle. 

But as I shut the door after kissing each one of them good night...I shouted...

“Go to bed! Tomorrow is Happy Summer to all, and to all a good night!”

Last school lunch for the year. Mom ate with Manning and the 3rd grade crew. 

A person can't eat two school lunches in one day, said this mom Never!  Cheers to the last school lunch as a kindergartner Reesy Baby! 

Manning & Reesing: what a great year you've both had! Mom & Dad are so proud of you both. You've learned so much & have come a long way. Enjoy your last day of kindergarten & 3rd grade! We won't be waking you up early anymore...well until August. Love you! XOXO

Mom & Dad

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!

The girls love doing their makeup & playing with makeup, but nothing beats helping beautify daddy! 

These 2 really do love each other

It definitely makes my heart melt!

KU lunch buddies

KU started the lunch buddies group at preschool. She stays a little longer to play after school & eats lunch with her friends. She really enjoys it & is wore out afterwards. She's going to miss her friends  during the summer.

KU a little unsure about her 1st day of lunch buddies...

But it was a huge success!!!

We have a new family pet

Courtesy of baby KU! Meet little Goldie. He came with a very easy maintenance plan. Mom can't forget to feed this one & he's super low maintenance. The most ideal pet for our crazy family. 

RCJH Go KU!

GForce Sedalia competition

Reesing and the Jr. Birdman squad competed in the State Fair Dance & Cheer competition at the end of spring break. They did really great finishing 2nd out of 6 teams. The 2 practices leading up to the competition were really rough & the girls were nervous, but when the time came they nailed every single move. We couldn't be more proud of Reesing & the rest of the team. Great job girls!

Dentist appointments x3

How did we celebrate 3 awesome report cards? With 3 awesome dentist appointments, of course. This was the first time KU sat in the chair the entire time & even took x-rays. 3 appointments/cleanings = no cavities...yay! Great work kiddos.

Kan Doo Hoops

The boys had a great season of basketball. The season has come to an end. Manning got to play with his cousin, Miles, which was a lot of fun. Great work team!

GForce in full force

Reesing & the other 4 GForce members of the Jr. Birdamn squad competed yesterday in Kansas City at Municipal Auditorium. They did so great. It can be overwhelming to walk out on a huge stage in front of lots of people in a huge arena with the music so loud that it's so hard to hear and/or concentrate. They had complete focus & listened to their coaches every step of the way. It was awesome to see these girls come together as a team & finish strong. We are so proud of you Reesy baby!!! We love our little Jr. Birdman. So happy that they pulled through for a fabulous performance. Overall they finished 3rd & that was a huge accomplishment, which they can all be so proud of.