Bristol Motor Speedway here we come...

Big shout out goes to my husband's best friend Jason Few...he called today with 2 FREE, yes FREE tix to the Bristol night race. Now, you see Jason could not go, so that means that I get to go. (Otherwise, like last year it'd be Shon and Jason going). I've always wanted to go to this race, being the Nascar fan that I am (yes, Lisa, I really am...). So, we are going to Bristol, YIPEE. I'm so excited. I will take pictures and post them for all to see.

Updates...

Well, so far so good with kindergarten. John told me Sunday as we were getting his clothes ready for the week "I really like this kindergarten thing." He had to wear a certain color every day this week. He loved that of course. Today was blue day. I'm wearing blue, too. I don't think he noticed though. The only thing he doesn't like is homework...boy does he have a lot of fun times ahead. He's only had to practice writing his name a few times and collect a few things to take in. Otherwise he's doing great.

Alex is good. I don't remember if I posted that we got 2 new kittens or not. Lil Munchkin and Ranger. Alex absolutely loves to watch them play together. That is his favorite thing to do. He'll stand at the door and just watch them. He constantly has to go to the door to check on the kitties. I'll try to post pictures soon.

The students are back at SWU. So far so good. I enjoy seeing the freshman come to school. Although, this year I've realized they just don't look old enough to be here. I think that means I'm getting old.

I have a prayer request, a former student I spent a lot of time with last semester Roscoe is facing surgery in a couple of weeks he needs your prayers. Thanks....

And so it begins...

Well, today was John's first day of kindergarten. It was a good morning. He was a little more quiet than usual but he seemed very excited and such a big boy. I still can't believe he is 5, it seems like only yesterday when they handed me that little blue eyed, blond headed bundle of joy. I didn't cry this morning - because I had already cried a few times yesterday and the day before. He gave me and his Daddy a big hug when we left him. The school did a big thing for parents this morning so we got to visit his classroom for awhile, meet with the principal and then there was a big pep rally before we left. It was nice. I know this is the beginning of many first steps in our journey together...
My good friend Debbie sent me a card in the mail with a poem inside yesterday. I thought I would share it with all of you. It of course made me cry but it's so perfect.

WHOSE CHILD IS THIS?
Author Unknown

"Whose child is this?" I asked one day
Seeing a little one at play
"Mine", said the parent with a tender smile
"Mine to keep a little while
To bathe his hands and comb his hair
To tell him what he is to wear
To prepare him that he may always be good
And each day do the things he should"

"Whose child is this?" I asked again
As the door opened and someone came in
"Mine", said the teacher with the same tender smile
"Mine, to keep just for a little while
To teach him how to be gentle and kind
To train and direct his dear little mind
To help him live by every rule
And get the best he can from school"

"Whose child is this?" I ask once more
Just as the little one entered the door
"Ours" said the parent and the teacher as they smiled
And each took the hand of the little child
"Ours to love and train together
Ours this blessed task forever."

Best Buddies

This is John and his best buddy Little John. We had Little John over to spend the night a couple of weekends ago for a last get together before school started. The 2 of them have stayed at the same daycare since they were about 6 months old. Because my John is about 3 months older they are Big John and Little John. It is has been such a joy to watch them grow up together. They won't be going to the same school but I hope they can stay friends.

Tomorrow is the big day!! John is excited. I'll admit I'm a little sad. I'll share my thoughts tomorrow.

Daddy's Helper

Alex loves to help his Daddy. Here he is helping him in the Herron Performance shop. The funny thing is we have a picture of John at the same age in the same outfit helping Shon work on his car, too. I guess that is the nature of little boys and their Daddy's!!

I registered John for kindergarten today. I really like his teacher Mrs. Miller. I think it will be a great year. He really didn't think today was all that much fun...standing in line, paying fees, etc wasn't all that exciting to him. Hopefully, Wed the first day will be more fun.

Alex and his Daddy

Alex is his Daddy's boy, especially on the beach. He would get pretty tired and on this day he was just plain worn out so him and Daddy decided to just give it up and kick back and relax. Aren't they just the cutest pair ever?! Alex is starting to put a few sentences together, of course these are 2 word sentences and his favorite one is "Hey Daddy" when Shon gets home. I can see why he loves him so much! =)

CONGRATULATIONS!!

Congratulations to my best friend Jennifer and her husband Jim who are expecting a baby in February!! I can't wait to be an 'Aunt' again!! John is hoping for a girl. Alex will probably be jealous....

Congratulations also to Candice...she has a boyfriend. We're not telling John though..it would break his heart. No one deserves this more than you girl!

It sure is hot here in the South, supposed to be 99 today. Thank the Lord for air condition!!