For anyone that knows Brecken, you know that he is the "tough" kid. He is the one that just deals with things. I've never worried about sending him to new and unfamiliar places because I know that this kid will be just fine. He is never intimated, never afraid, and makes the most of any situation he is in.
Until Young 4's came along.... While he was very excited, he was also very nervous (a side of Breck that we rarely ever see). When he first met his teachers at our house, he wouldn't talk at all (again, a side of Brecken we rarely see). When I came home, he told me all about his teachers and couldn't wait to go - and assured me that he will "talk to his teacher at school. Don't worry, mom."
So, when the first day came, he grew more and more nervous. I think he liked being the only one at grandma and grandpa's too! We dropped Ryder off at school and set off to Sterling Elementary. He asked every question he could ask - how was he going to get home, how were people going to know where he goes, how would he know when it was time to go home, and 10 minutes worth of other questions.
He reluctantly walked in and was very shy. He promised me that he would talk to his teacher after I left. I kissed him good-bye and let him do what he does best - thrive in new environments. And sure enough, when he came home that night, he did exactly what I knew he would do - try out his little wings and fly. (And he even managed to talk to his teacher - "Miss Potocki, I'm done with my lunch." ~ and he couldn't have been more proud!)
I remember the day that Emma was born. I seen her all swaddled in the hospital blanket with a little pink knit hat on her head. She was gorgeous - a perfect little baby girl. And now she is a lovely little 2 year old girl, just as gorgeous as the first day I met her. She is simply adorable! Happy Birthday Emma - I love watching you grow :)
How do you describe Brooke? She certainly is one of a kind, but if you know her, there is no doubt that you love her. She is herself in any crowd - a trait not often found in high school girls. She is athletic, gorgeous, talented, smart, loving, goofy, and a million other things that adjectives just don't do her justice.
She has been my "manager" for basketball and softball for as long as I can remember because you just like to have kids like her around you. Not only do I like spending time with Brooke, but my kids adore her - which tells me all I need to know about a person.
This girl is no stranger to hard work. She is dedicated to everything she does (again, a trait not often found in high school kids). I am so proud of her successes. I have watched her grow up and am so proud of the person she has become. And while I know she is going to leave high school to move on to bigger and better things (I don't know that the world is ready for this girl), I'm not gonna lie....I'm also going to be a little bit sad that my Brookie is grown up.
Love you Brooke!
When you think of "family", this is the family that should pop into your mind. They could have came straight out of a movie - just a picture perfect family. I loved spending the morning with them ~ anytime I am surrounded by love = a good time! And seriously - just look at this family! GORGEOUS! I think I could have stayed the whole day - they are all just such warm and loving people. This is the family that all families should strive to be like.
Wow! That about sums up how I feel about this little boy. Not only is he strikingly handsome with his blonde hair and gorgeous blue eyes, but this kid is smart! He could pass for a 3 year old. I had such a great time taking pictures of him - he was so happy the whole time! And his smile is completely infectious. You can just tell that this kid is going to be surrounded by friends his entire life - and if you don't know this little man yet, you are going to want to meet him! Just looking at him brings a smile to your face. There are kids that just grab you, and Jackson is one of those :)
