Like us, you might find this hard to believe: today was Avery’s first day of preschool. One of my friends is the director of a local preschool. After we visited the school last spring, we knew it was the right place
One down…2,459 to go
Reading…kinda sorta
Even though Avery has memorized this book and isn’t actually reading it, this is just one step of the process. I’m sure she’ll be reading for real in no time!
Throwback Thursday: Chillin’
Teresa and Jon 1980
Throwback Thursday: The great outdoors
Karen, Aunt Ann and Teresa Trinity Lakes near Boise, Idaho 2002
Mowing like a pro
Several weeks ago, Chris decided it was time for Avery’s first ride on the lawn mower. He planned to have her help with the front yard only, but she loved it so much that she did the backyard, too! Don’t
PW’s Garlic Cheese Bread
We almost always have bread as a “side dish” at our meals. But we seem to have the same thing over and over again. So I was excited to try this bread recipe from The Pioneer Woman. To save time
Throwback Thursday: Shin-ya’s song
Avery and Daddy July 2011
Throwback Thursday: Birthday party at the Hoosier Gym
Best surprise birthday party ever. And not just because I planned it! Teresa and Chris at the Hoosier Gym May 2007
A fairly good time
It’s the middle of July, so that means it’s time for the Johnson County Fair. We try to go every year (see some of our past experiences here and here), but we didn’t go last year because of the oppressive
A bookworm in the making
This is how I caught Avery earlier today. She had “read” almost every book on her bookshelves and then piled them around her on the bed. I’m so glad that she loves books and reading!