SkateCity

We went to SkateCity this weekend. This was Ian's first time on skates. They both had a great time.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

We took the boys to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs. This is a mountain zoo and it has some steep hills. The zoo has an elevation of 6,800 ft and you hike up approximately 120 feet from the parking lot to the Asian Highlands (same height as a 10-story building). The new Rocky Mountain Wild Exhibit was great!
The boys love feeding the giraffes.
The little train was fun!
Here is the view from the top of the mountain.
Pony Rides
Lots of little chipmunks followed us around waiting for food.

First Day of 1st Grade

Today is Hayden's first day of 1st grade. We surpised him with a new Star Wars backpack. It is hard to believe that he is already in 1st grade. Where does the time go? He was so excited this morning that he got out of bed at 6:30am ready to go. He even brushed his teeth with his backpack on. I wish I took a picture of that. I was able to get a couple of quick pictures before school started.

First Day of Pre-K

Today is Ian's first day of Pre-K. He is going to the same school as last year. And we requested the same teachers too. Ian was so excited to start back at school.

Pete's 41st Birthday

Pete turned 41 today. He took the day off to spend some quality time with our boys. They went to see a movie this afternoon, G-Force. This was his idea. We went out to dinner and had some birthday cake to celebrate.
Happy Birthday Pete!!

Family & Friends

What is more important than family and friends? We will cherish the moments we shared with each one of you. We miss everyone already and we cannot wait till the next time we see you. My mom and brother.Grandpa Roger, Hayden and Ian (with a goose egg)Grandma, Hayden and IanFrom left; Ian, Ryan Jr., Ashley, Hayden, and Vance.From left; Aunt Debbie, mom and Aunt Sue.Our cousins Lacey and CaleyUncle Miquel and cousin DanielleCousins Christian and JadeCousin SageSpending the day with Nana Rosemary.Visiting with Papa Chris.I am so thankful that I was able to see one of my oldest friends, Shan.Our kids became friends very quickly. From left; Hayden, Garrett, Ian, Tommy, and James.

Flight 229

We went back to California to visit our family and friends. This is our fourth trip back to California since we moved to Colorado. It only takes 2 and 1/2 hours. Hayden and Ian love flying on the airplane. Hayden wanted to see the cockpit and meet the pilot. He was all smiles and loved every minute of it.