So much to say

I have so much to say yet I have very little time. 

Tomorrow is my last day working for Rocky Mountaineer. It's been an incredible journey filled with a developed love for Western Canada and a luxurious train. This job has helped me provide extras for our children. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work for a company that values and believes in their employees. 

We are anxiously anticipating the arrival of baby girl Kinnon in November. 

I have to run. I just wanted to post a few Addi-isms I don't want to ever forget. Enjoy! 

Addi- "Mom, do I have to see you have the baby?" 

Me- an emphatic  "No!"

Addi- "Good! That would just be disturving."

Me- "Girls, I really need you help. Please pick up your clothes off the floor and put them in the laundry. I can't bend over with this baby in my tummy!" 

Addi- "Well, you can get on your knees!"

This gem happened last weekend. I listened to the entire conversation as I was cleaning my bedroom. 

Addi- "Dad, you are in big trouble mister! You threw away my important paperwork from school. How dare you!"

Matt- "It wasn't me. I would never throw away your school work. It was Mom!"

Thanks for having my back Matt. Of course Addi marched right upstairs schoolwork in hand and proceeded to scold me. 

Dang, I though our big trash cans we're a safe spot.

 

Back to School

On August 27, our girls headed off the school. Karissa started 3rd grade and Addison Kindergarten. 

There were no tears shed, no quivering lips, just pure happiness. Both girls have very structured and organized teachers. I hand picked them for these reasons. Karissa has adjusted well. Addi had a few days of adjustment. After learning the classroom rules and expectations, she's adjusted and loves every minute of school. 

Here are a few quotes from the girls during the first few days of school;

Addi- "I had a strict but fun day."

Karissa- "My teacher is awesome!"

Addi- "Mom, can I take off my shoes? 

It feels they have hot pee in them."

(It's called sweat Addi. This is the first time she had to wear shoes with socks since summer started. Probably before that too.)

Both girls are lucky to have their best friends in their class. 

My hope for the girls this year is that their love of learning will be enriched by their teachers and by me. That they will build upon the friendships they've made and be kind and loving to all.