Kennedy's new bike

Today was a BIG day for Ms. Kennedy!  Our day began early with an appointment to meet Kennedy's preschool teacher & tour her classroom.  When we got there Kennedy went right in and started playing with the other kids and the teacher's assistant.  Not once did she even look up to see what Brian & I were doing.  We were filling out paperwork which was boring, anyways.   We had to pry her away from the games to show her the things around the room.  I am so nervous about leaving her in a class where she has to learn to be independent....this is one of the class goals. I know all the good things about preschool and I'm ready for her to go, bbbbbuuuuuttttttt  its so hard to see her grow up.  Growing up she is!  At her most recent doctors visit she was 39 1/2" tall and 34.5 lbs. She is becoming stronger and more brilliant everyday. 

Today she decided she would ride a bike.  We have been trying to get her to ride for months with no luck.  We have learned over the past 3 years that Kennedy reaches milestones when she wants to.   Today was the day for bike riding.  At the BX she got on the bike and started pedaling.  Due to my excitement at her riding the bike & a helmet were bought.  Here a few pics of K & her bike. 


Galavanting in Garmisch, Germany




Last Sunday we loaded up the car and headed to Germany.  We've been to Germany and Edelweiss Resort numerous times, but this time we were going for a marriage retreat.  We got there a day early and spent our free time bike riding and swimming.  The retreat was very small, but very enjoyable.  It was such a blessing getting to connect with other military families in similar situations. Kennedy had a wonderful time playing with the other kids while we were in our classes. We decided to extend our stay one night to just hang out and relax.  The weather was drizzly...no bike riding, but we did enjoy the indoor pool.  Here are a few pics from our bike riding.  Our booties were so sore after sitting on that little bike seat.  We really enjoyed every minute of our togetherness.



Here's a typical plate of German food for 2....






Terrific Thursday!

Today, Thursday, is my one day this week without obligations.  I have plenty of tasks to complete at home, but I'm mostly planning on doing what Kennedy wants to do.  We really have been doing nothing too exciting since Brian has been gone so much.  On the weekends we've been at the beach, and during the week I'm busy doing whatever stay at home mom's do.  There is always something to do!  I have failed to bring our camera to the beach lately; I will do so if we go this weekend.    


I have a few exciting things on my horizon: planning the kick-off for PWOC (my Bible study group), taking a trip to Orlando/Disney, getting back to the gym, & sending my girl off to preschool. Kennedy finally got called to start gymnastics, so we are going to try doing that.  She is still enrolled in  Ballet; she can chose to do both or only one. She was offered the choice of soccer, but she said, "I don't want to kick the ball outside."  I want her exposed to all her options, but I don't want to overwhelm her or force her to do any "sport".  Anyways, I need to go jog, but here's a video of Ms. Kennedy being cute...