Old Dillon Reservoir

Gammaw and Gampaw invited Miles and I to go on a hike to Old Dillon Reservoir before they headed back to Shreveport. (It was a Monday so the other 2 were in school)








Walking across what was once the Old Dillon Reservoir. It was drained a few years ago.

Someone made a tee-pee out of a beaver damn. It made for a nice cool snack spot.

Walking with Gammpaw.

Gammaw and Miles relaxing.

Yay for a fun day!

Miles goes to Preschool

On Wednesday, August 25, everyone was super excited for Miles' big day! Jeremiah and Lexi ran into his room and jumped into his bed where they all giggled with excitement.

Ready to head to the school.

Our big preschooler. He tells Troy and I all the time he is a big boy, not our baby. Yes Miles, you have become a big boy, but you will always be our baby!!!

We all wanted to walk him in on his 1st day.

Miles walked to his room grinning from ear to ear. He has spent the last 3 years volunteering with Mom in Jeremiah and Lexi's classes, he is so ready for his turn to be in school.

Putting his backpack in his cubby.

Reassuring Daddy, he will be fine.

Troy sat down and painted with the shaving cream to help ease the transition for me.

Making new friends.

Ok Mom and Dad, I'm all set, you can leave now.

Miles had a wonderful 1st day of school. He loves his teacher, Mrs. Clark and made some new friends. I made it through that 1st day without shedding a tear.

We celebrated with sushi for lunch.

1st day of school

Hard to believe...........3rd, 2nd and Preschool

Looking good, in new school clothes and backpacks!

Jeremiah and Lexi were thrilled for the 1st day of school. Miles has his big 1st day in 2 days.

Lexi with two friends from her class, Alex and Keaton.

Jeremiah's buddies, Koa and Timmy weren't as thrilled about school starting back. Thankfully he LOVES school and always goes with a smile on his face.

Leadville Train

The last day of Summer we met Gammaw and Gampaw in Leadville to ride the historic train.

Remembering the Summer, dreaming of the year ahead........................

Miles and Gammaw on the train.

This rail line from Leadville to Denver was a treacherous one through the mountains.

Wonderful views.

On the caboose.

Checking out the engine at the water tower stop.

Walking the track.

Loving life!!!!!!!!!

The train rocked one tired girl to sleep.

Goodbye Summer, I'm sad to see you go. I'm already planning your next arrival. I'm thankful for the joy you brought me, allowing me time to make everlasting memories with my family. See you in nine months!!

Hanging with my boys

The last Saturday before school started Aunt Sarah took Lexi to her 1st Bronco's game. While they were in Denver at the preseason game, we went to our favorite spot in Montezuma.

I believe I can fly......................

We all laughed a ton as Jeremiah tried to get a picture of us in the air. Most of the time, he caught only one of us up and the other on the ground. He thought it was funny that we jumped every time he told us to.

Enjoying the last moments of Summer with my boys. This was the most wonderful summer yet, with lots of traveling, family, exploring, laughing, sunshine and just being together. I'm SUPER sad it has to end, but I know they have wonderful things in store for them this year in school.