School has started for all the boys, and they seem to be settling into their new schedules. I can't believe that Cole is in Middle School and really seems to be taking on responsibilities by himself. He is such a great kid and a great help to me. Mac is now in 5th grade and it seems to be pretty difficult compared to 4th - he seems to be doing okay and is still Mr Socialable. Tootie has fit right into kindergarden, making friends and learning boundaries. It is the cutest sight to see him standing in line waiting to go into school with a backpack that is almost as big as him. He is still a clown though. And finally, each week brings us closer to having this baby. I am 37 weeks along, but measuring 41 - like the others he will be a big boy. I am having contractions and hoping to go into labor which is very unlikely to happen because I never have by myself. So it looks like Oct 1st will be his birthday. The older boys are nonchalant, but Vance wantes the baby to be on "his team".

HI MOM. HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL - PUT ON SOME NEW PHOTOS. LOVE TO EVERYONE

This never ending pregnancy.

I went to the doctor for my 2 week, and if gaining 5 pounds isn't enough, I am now measuring full term with 6 weeks to go. With a new doctor who will only deliver at 39 weeks unless there is a problem, they may as well roll me into the OR. I am soooooo uncomfortable, not getting any sleep and the boys are starting school this week. WIll there be any end in sight? I am going in for another ultrasound, and they will check what is up with this linebacker. Cross your fingers that they just decide to take him early, after an amnio of course to make sure his lungs are good. It's the countdown.......

Summer Lovin'

I can't believe that we are on the last few days of summer break. We have not done anything too exciting this summer except spend alot of time in St George with our good friends. The kids have loved the pool at the condo. Cole finally turned 12 and was beyond thrilled to leave Primary in his dust. Tootie turned 5 which I am still having a hard time with, and is beyond a cheeky devil. I finally started my PTA responsibilities which is taking up a lot of time and effort - how will our new baby fit into this crazy life? He will do great!

Our soccer star

Colton's summer soccer team did so well in their tournaments this year - the won the whole Hooper and Eden tournaments. It was so fun to watch them come together as a team and have so much fun.

Getting too big

I have never had a fall baby before, and I can truly say that it is one tough pregnancy to go through. Maybe it's just my age too. I am really tired especially after a long summer day listening to my other boys fight with each other. I think that it is time for school because everyone is getting on each others nerves. I finally register Cole for Middle School tomorrow and am interested to see how he will do. He is turning into a great kid, such a help to me always. Mac will be heading to 5th grade which I think will be a challenge for him, but hopefully all will work out well. Tootie off to kindergarden and who knows how many visits to the principals office. And of course a new baby and endless days of PTA business. Bring it on ...........

I am so ready to start school

Although this summer has gone by pretty quickly, I am still so ready for the boys to go back. Mainly so that I won't have to listen to them constantly fighting with each other. I think they are actually tired of each other. I am not quite sure that I am ready to let Tootie head off to kindergarden though. Once they start, they are in there forever. He has an amazing teacher though so hopefully things will go well and I won't be called into the principals office too much. Mac starts 5th grade and Cole, middle school. Time goes by so quickly.