first day of school

Corinne and Matthew started school last Tuesday. Corinne is in 5th grade and Matthew is in 2nd grade. They are "early birds" this year, so they are on the early track. The bus comes at 7:25 am, so we are all up and going by 6:40!! It has been a major adjustment for me as much as the kids. But, the good thing is, they are home by 2:45 pm, so we have more time in the afternoon together.

Here they are looking cute on their first day:

Island Park 2011

We went to Island Park, Idaho with my whole family in August. It was really fun and great to all be together (which hasn't happened in way too long).

Here are LOTS of pictures:

Wolf and Bear Discovery Center in West Yellowstone:


Hiding food in the bear enclosure:


Huge Alaskan bear finding the kids' food:


Horseback Riding in Harriman State Park:


Matt found a tiny frog that he named "Gilbert":




Michael playing with Shane:


Riding the 4-wheelers:












Playing "Simon Says" around the campfire:






Aunt Cathy gave all the little girls mani/pedis:




The kids fished at a small pond:




Matthew loved playing pool at the house:


Our family:


All of the cousins:


We had a great time and can't wait to do it again!