Alex has had a big, fun summer! We've been camping, lots of
birthdays (including his fifth!), to a Twins game, State Fair, Nickelodeon
Universe, and lots of parks. We got a season pass to the local swimming
pool and Alex went from being hesitant last summer to a full blown swimmer this
summer. He puts on his goggles and just dives under the water. He
loves to go after water toys that sink to the bottom of the pool. He's
pretty bummed that swimming season is over already!
Alex has also gotten a ton better at riding his bike. He
still has training wheels, but he is no longer afraid of going down hills and
keeps up with Mom and Dad for the most part. He's even playing around on
the ramps at the Skate Park. I promised him we'd get him some elbow pads
and knee pads so he could really try some stunts.
He's become a big fan of American Ninja Warrior - we all have
truth be told!! I fear this may lead to some bumps and bruises down the
road but I don't mind anything that will keep him active. Alex has tons
of energy and just doesn't sleep if he hasn't played hard enough that day.
Alex really loved K Power over the summer at the YMCA. They
went on 2 field trips a week to local parks, museums, pools, zoos - you name
it! The part he always talked about was "We got to eat LUNCH
there!" They ran the kids hard with lots of time outside on the
playground, Kid's Gym, and Splash Deck. It's safe to say the kid had a
fabulous summer.
Alex started kindergarten today at The School of Engineering and
Arts in Golden Valley. His teacher is Mrs. Pitkin. Her favorite
book is Owl Moon. Brent read the book to Alex tonight since we happen to
own and love it... and he was more captivated than ever so my guess is that he
really likes Mrs. Pitkin!! She is 54 years old and has a very gentle,
loving way about her. I was immediately impressed with her patience and
way of talking to the kids. She doesn't baby talk them. She just
talks to them in a way that grabs their attention - a gift of good teachers.
Like Emo!! A natural way with children.
Alex wasn't nervous about starting school, he's been itching to go
for months now! He seemed to really enjoy the day. We are looking
forward to being part of the SEA family for both our kids.
Hope you like the pictures of our handsome boy!
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| Alex at his birthday party at Chuck E Cheese! |
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| Park time |
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| Twins game with dad! |
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| Alex with his baby sister at the Twins Game. |
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| Alex with a huge corn dog at the State Fair. |
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| First day of kindergarten! |
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| Alex in front of his school sign. |
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| Alex getting off the bus this afternoon. |
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