It is FINALLY That Time

Jacob is ready to start school next week, and so is Mommy! He had to wait a whole month since Tuttle and Maggie began school. Today we were able to visit the classroom and meet his new teachers. I am thrilled with his teachers because I already knew both of them! It is going to be such a sweet year in the Firefly Class.

We loved spoiling Ms. Emily and Ms. Jodie with a little gift in the classroom while Jacob had some time to explore all the fun areas and toys.

I know there will be zero tears on Wednesday when he joins his friends for the first day of school.

Hooray for Preschool!

Jet Setting To D.C.

Daddy and Tuttle went on a one day adventure to Washington D.C yesterday. The grandparents gave Tuttle money for his birthday to go toward this memorable trip. It was Tuttle's first time on an airplane, so it was extra special!

The boys woke up early (4am!) to catch the first flight of the day to D.C. The day was go, go, go from the beginning, but they were able to fit in a lot in one day!

A friend recommended a bike tour of the city, and it was a huge success. Daddy and Tuttle received a private tour, so it was able to be geared toward a 9 year old boy which helps when you are seeing so many monuments, memorials, and important spots. The weather was absolutely perfect at 80 degrees and sunny. The WWII Memorial was the favorite for both.

After lunch at the food trucks located at the Washington Monument, the boys visited the new International Spy Museum. Tuttle loved all the interactive exhibits and left with a fake Dr. Pepper bottle to hide treasures inside from Jacob and Maggie. The travelers were able to pop into the National Air and Space Museum before catching a 7pm flight back to Atlanta. I know this trip will be very memorable for both Daddy and Tuttle. It was the perfect 9th birthday gift! We are already discussing the next best spot for a one day trip!

I kept the Middle and the Little busy while the boys were jet setting. We went to the movies to see Dora and the Lost City of Gold and ate at Moe's for a late lunch. Maggie ate her taco as well as Jacob's while our little boy filled up on chips and dip.

We kept the fun going with an afternoon visit to Zoo Atlanta. We just recently renewed our membership and have already visited three times in just a few weeks, so it was worth joining again. 

It started to sprinkle just as we wrapped up the petting zoo. We grabbed a quick treat for our walk back to the car and drove home. It was a busy, fun, and exhausting day for all the Thorne family members.

Jacob gets to continue enjoying his last week of summer with a sleepover at Gram and Grump's house tonight and tickets to the Georgia Aquarium tomorrow. I know he will love the individual attention!

Our Life in Photos

The month of August is flying by as we get adjusted to early mornings, school, evening sports, and homework. Here is a look into our days through photos. Clearly Jacob is with me a lot more than the older two, and I do actually have a third child named Tuttle, but he is not as willing to smile for a picture....

P.S. The logical response to getting soap in your eyes during bath time is to dive out of the tub and wipe your eyes on the rug. Clearly. :)

Our Only Child

We survived the first week of school. Everyone is completely exhausted, especially Mommy, but we were early for drop-offs, completed all homework, attended every sports practice, and finished the week with smiles at a pool party, hosted by the sweetest friends.

Jacob does not start school until after Labor Day, so he was able to have all my attention this week as an only child.

We tried to get caught up on life with lots of errands and cleaning, but we were also able to fit in a trip to the zoo, a playdate, swim lessons, and a Lego surprise for being such a trooper in the car with all the sports practices.

Jacob's nap schedule moved up since we are getting up much earlier for school, so both of us are ready for some down time by noon. New jammies help make rest time more comfy. Can you tell we are ready for fall?

We celebrated our favorite Uncle C.J.'s 40th birthday yesterday at his house with a giant slip-n-slide. Daddy is paying for it today. I think he went down it more than anyone else at the party! 

Everyone is in bed early tonight to prepare for another crazy week. I know Jacob is ready to go to school like Maggie and Tuttle, but I am going to savor three more weeks with my "big boy baby."

First Day of School

We made it through the first day of school. Maggie literally leaped out of bed at 6am while Tuttle was less enthusiastic to get dressed. We were right on time for school and can hopefully keep up walking in the morning before I become too lazy and roll through carpool at 7:40 in my pajamas.

Jacob enjoyed a visit to the park with friends before he took an early nap. School day schedules are rough on everyone!

Only 179 more school days until summer break! :)

Savoring Summertime

We tried to soak up as much summer as possible these last few days. Reconnecting with school friends that we have not seen much helped soften the blow of the fun ending.

Sadly all good things must come to an end. Prayers for a happy and successful school year!