summer part 2

Our summer was very busy so I'll try to catch up where the last post left off.  The kids all turned a year older this summer.  So we had a family birthday party for all three kids.  It consisted of presents, cake, swimming, and of course McDonalds for dinner (at least for the kiddos). 

Hayley had her first hair cut.  I was very hesitant to get Hayley's hair cut since it took her almost 18 months to get hair but I decided at three years old you probably need your baby hair cut off.  She did really well and seemed to enjoy the process.  I see manicures in our future together.

 Parker's had his first day of school August 18.  I can't believe my baby is in Kindergarten.  It was a struggle for the first week for him to adjust.  He talked about crying everyday at lunch, not eating his food, and missing home. It was very heart breaking for me as a mother not be able to do anything to help him (well besides encouragement and lots of prayers).  Now Parker is saying he likes school and talks about the new friends he is making.  I am looking forward to a fun year. 

Parker is playing on a local soccer team this fall.  They practice once a week and then have a game every Saturday.  There is no goalie and the coaches are on the field as referees.  Parker had his first game last Saturday.  In one of the pictures below his friend Hunter dribbled the ball down the field and then Parker took the ball to make a goal.  The league is focused on learning to play soccer and having fun so it is perfect for five year olds.  Parker has seemed to enjoy it so far.