September 2016

September was a long awaited month, mainly because Foster started preschool in September and boy was he ready!  He had such a hard time watching James go to school everyday and not be able to go himself.  Once he started preschool he was a much happier little guy.  We also started some of our fall traditions in September like visiting Julian for apple picking.  We spent a day at Disneyland and I celebrated my birthday for an entire week....of course.  38 you guys.  I'm old.

Foster starts Preschool

Foster is going to preschool at Pomerado Christian, where James attended last year.  His teacher is Mrs. Arnold and his best friends in his class are Charlotte Warren and Cannon McEwan.  His first month of preschool was an adjustment for him.  He had to get used to the idea of listening to the teacher and following the rules.  There were a couple of times while on the playground, he would hide from his teacher so he wouldn't have to go back into class.  He is a strong-willed, vivacious boy that after a few weeks is learning the ropes.  His teacher loves him and he loves going to school everyday.

Foster decorated his preschool bucket three months prior to starting preschool.  He was sure excited to start using it!

Apple Picking in Julian

We love the fall, even if it means apple picking in 100 degree weather, which is what we did.  It was our first time apple picking and the boys loved finding the reddest and biggest apples.  We had apples for weeks after our trip and of course, it's not trip to Julian without coming home with a pie. 

Our bag of apples was overflowin'

Scott helped the boys get the hard-to-reach apples.

One of our best picks.

Such a beautiful day spent with the boys.

My Birthday

I was seriously spoiled this year.  My friends through a dinner party for me at BJ's Pizza which was so much fun and I'm sad we did not get a picture.  I always think that's a sign of having too much fun, when you forget to stop and take a photo.  Scott took me to dinner at one of my favorite restaurants Piati in La Jolla and surprised me with Disneyland passes for the entire family.  I was not the only one excited about my birthday present.  A few days after my birthday, the kids skipped school and we went to Disneyland.  Overall a wonderful birthday and wonderful month.

Foster is now old enough to ride Star Tours.  He had so much on the ride, I almost cried.  He just kept screaming "This is Awesome!"  A ride I'll never forget.

Older brother showing him the ropes.

The boys first time riding Radiator Springs Racers.  They both thought it was FAST but fun.  Can't wait to ride this one again.

Other Fun Happenings

Scott took James to the Air Show and I'm sure you can guess how he felt about it.  He was willing to walk 2 miles in the 100 degree heat without complaint just to see these jets.  And why walk 2 miles in the 100 degree heat you ask?  Because that's how far away they had to park.  Mom is not sad she missed this one.

Scott took the boys to a Dodger Game with Rob.  The boys had a great time and came home with some Dodger swag.  This meant mom had the entire day to herself.  She came home with some swag from Urban Outfitters.  

James' interest in sharks is still going strong.  He can name just about every one.  He had been begging to go to Sea World to see the sharks so we thought September was a great month to do it as a reward for all of his hard work at school.