The Kassel Family Project Life 365

I gave up and bought some shelving for the kids’ room.  I also told Laura that one of the goals for this weekend is to go through their toys and stuffed animals to select some things for donation.  After receiving a lot of very nice new toys for their birthday, it’s time to purge again!

Laura immediately started thinking about what toys would stay and what toys would go.  She very much likes to donate toys because it makes her feel good that other kids who don’t have as much as her and John, get to enjoy their old toys.  By Saturday, I’m sure the list she started tonight will be shorter, but it’s the thought that counts.  I’m so proud of her!

Andy left today for 5 days at the University of North Carolina for Balfour Leadership Training Workshop for Sigma Chi Fraternity.  As with the past few years, he will be working with the Expansion groups (meaning those colonies that are wanting to become full chapters).  It’s something he truly enjoys.  The travel is a hassle, but the rest of the week is a great time for him.  Have fun Andy!  We will miss you and look forward to you getting home!

Why a picture of dirty clothes on the floor and a wet Pull-up on the dresser?  Because, this morning, the kids got dressed completely on their own!  Laura helped John pick out his clothes, but they did it without me.  John even put on a fresh, new Pull-up.  I had to adjust his Pull-up a bit, but he still did it himself.  They were both so proud of themselves and I was very excited.  Little bits of freedom…

Andy took Laura to the Boone County Fair today.  John stayed home with me because he was very tired and needed to go to bed.  While standing in line for ride tickets, a woman asked if Andy wanted the rest of her family’s tickets as they were leaving for the evening.  How neat is that?   So, Andy took the tickets and Laura got to ride her first ride ever – the boat swing.  She LOVED it and was giggling and all smiles.  Andy also paid $5 for her to play a fishing game until she won.  Her prize was a stuffed orange and yellow frog.  She is very proud and couldn’t wait to show me when they got home.:)

Fast!  It’s hard to believe that less than a month ago, the Butternut squash and cucumbers were JUST coming up.  We are very much looking forward to, not only, squash and cucumbers, but also three different types (Beef, Roma, and Cherry) of fresh tomatoes.

Cherry tomatoes

Butternut squash

Andy is 41 today!  This year was decidedly more low key than last year.  The family went to Little Mate’s Cove for some fun in the sun followed by dinner with Jeremy.  Nothing fancy, but relaxed and fun.  Happy Birthday to our wonderful husband and Daddy!  We love you!

I get to daycare to pick up the kids today.  Both are still asleep from a long, exhausting day at the sprayground and swim lessons.  Laura’s eyes open as I walk up to her cot.  She sees me and pulls her blanket over her head.  I hear her say, “Maybe if I put my blanket over my head, Mommy won’t be there.”