Brenley's DIY haircut

So this is the note Brenley brought home from school on Friday.  The teachers turned around when they heard an "uh oh" and found this hair sitting by Brenley as the class worked on a "cutting" project.  Considering I can't tell where she cut it (nor will she tell me), and she tells me she will NEVER (yeah right) cut her hair again.........we did have to laugh at this note.  My independent, curious girl.

Busy Saturday

It was rise and shine on Saturday morning. We were out of the house shortly after 7:00am. Dark, rainy, but as far as we knew, the football game in Hutchinson, Kansas was still on at 9:00am.  So off we went, packed with rain gear, sweatshirts, and clothes to change in afterwards, because we were going to make a day of it at the Kansas State Fair.

The football game didn't go our way, although our Bub NEVER came out of the game.  Played offense, defense, and special teams.  He got in some really good hits.  He is really getting this game figured out. Still some things we need to work on, but when you are playing both sides, it can get a little confusing for anyone. So even though his team struggled, we were so proud of him in his effort and attitude.

Speaking of, he has had a great week.  From a spectacular parent teacher conference, to being quite the brave one at the dentist and doctor appointment, he really has had a great week.

Okay, so after the football game, we headed to the State Fair.  We've been going every year since we moved to Wichita.  We really enjoy it, and now that Beau really just wants to do rides and games, it is really fun.  Both kids still like to look at the animals, which makes their mama really happy.  And of course, all of us love the fair food!  We tried a fried Snicker this year!!! YUM!

From here, I'll let the pictures do the talking.....

This Mama pig also had some babies. SO CUTE!

He loves this slide.

Dad and Sis

Had to do the water ride

Handsome boy.

AAARRRGGGHHHH!!!!

Getting so tired. She "won" both dolphins mostly because she is so cute and the carnies gave them to her.

VVVRRRROOOOMMM!

Brenley Poops

Well, hopefully in another few weeks, I can stop writing about Brenley and her poops.  I hope in a few weeks, this whole nightmare of pooping  (from not pooping to pooping in her pants, etc.) is over with. But until then, let me just share...

We went to the doctor almost two weeks ago.  She got us started on some stuff, and finally after a few days (which is just what the hand out said), it started working. But needless to say, whether Brenley goes poop on a daily basis is still of a concern to me.  And she had been on a pretty good roll.....until the past few days.  So I was growing concerned because she hadn't pooped. But finally this afternoon, she pooped. And pooped she did.

She proudly exclaimed... "Look!  It looks like a pear ...... and a snake!"  Hmmm....not sure where she comes up with these things. But we all screamed, "Yeah, it sure does!"

And then, she rested.........

Fall Baseball

Two sports - every weekend from now until the end of October......

Scratch off #2 for us. We got in our first Fall baseball game of the season.  Wasn't sure quite what to expect. New field.  No more machine pitch - just kids pitching to other kids. And well..... I'd say the Tigers did a really great job - namely #15, but of course, I am biased. However, he did catch a right field pop up for an out.  And he also hit a double his first time up to bat (hitting in the #3 spot). So I gotta say, Beau Grant is off to a nice start!  Here he is....looking "mean" again......

Right field

First base

B-R-E-N-L-E-Y

She can spell her name!!!

First Football Game - #47

Well, we got the first one under our belt.  Boys lost, in fact, they didn't even get on the board. It was a little rough. You could tell that the boys never got a chance to scrimmage anyone - just made those first time mistakes.

But as for Beau, he got play Center, Right Guard, Defensive End, and Linebacker. Not sure he knew how to play all those positions, but he did a great job, nonetheless. He likes to tackle, and tackle he did.

Looking mean.....

If you can't find #47, then look for the guy with the tall black socks.

Playing Center

And the cheerleader....

Last of the summer fun....ready for sport filled weekends

Today was Labor Day. Oh how I love 3 day weekends, and oh how I needed one with nothing to do but what I wanted to do.  And the weather.....the weather......oh, the weather.  Saturday was a warm one, but Sunday and today were awesome.  80 degrees, gentle breeze....amazing.  We had our windows open in the house both days. It was the kind of weather that instantly puts you into a good mood.

So we took advantage of the beautiful weather and went to the zoo today. But before I get into those cute pictures, allow me to back up to last Tuesday.

The WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment, was in Wichita and, of course, my boys went.  Good show, and both were super excited.  Beau is quite the wrestling aficionado.  So funny.

Cute boy at WWE Smackdown Superstars

Beau looking tough with his belt

John Cena, Beau's favorite

Good seats!  

Okay, and then today, we got out this morning to enjoy this weather and this day together. Got some great pic's of the kids. What a great way to end the summer.  So let it begin, Fall, and busy, busy weekends....

These two lion tamers....

Lovin' on the Tiger

So cute

This is the look she gives 90% of the time.

The "good one" smiling for his picture

Checking out the snakes

Ah...baby goat

Beau's turn

Not to be out done