Big E

Emerson's cuteness I want to remember: how he wears his headband as a sleep mask, his interest in meditation, and the quick liking he took to Luke after not seeing him for a few years.

Basketball - Sportsmanship Award

Grandma Lovie and Grandpa came to watch Emerson's basketball team, the outlaws, at the Lazelle Woods Community Center. He received the sportsmanship award.

Getaway at Deer Ridge B&B

A very big thank you to Grandma Jo for staying with the kids Thursday - Saturday so that Seth and I could stay at the Deer Ridge Bed and Breakfast in Athens. After picking up new hiking shoes at Dunham's, we hiked the lakeview trail at Strouds Run, stopping to cook lunch. Other highlights included nearly stepping on a large snake, chatting with hosts Linda and Peter and enjoying their vegan breakfasts and dessert for us, eating good local food, hiking in the rain at the Ridges at OU on Friday, seeing deer, listening to birdsong, reading, and watching comedians.

Honoring Veterans

Happy Veterans Day, especially to our family members who served. Hyatts arranged the students in this formation.

Creation Station

Emerson decided he no longer wanted the plastic drawers in his closet. I used them to make a "Creation Station," which thrilled Winnie and him. They got right to work decorating it.

i9 Basketball

Emerson began basketball for the first time through i9 at the Lazelle Woods Community Center. He noticed the standout on his team, and started passing the ball to him to shoot. He told us, "He is sooo good!"

Skatepark on Saturday

Winnie, Emerson, and I stopped by the skatepark. Emerson impressed Winnie with his adventurous skills.

Time Together

With a slower extracurricular schedule, the kids get more time together. Kit babysat on Thursday night so Seth and I could eat a special dinner to support the nearby seminary garden project.

Trick or Treat

Everyone had a good time with friends during trick-or-treating. Thanks goodness the kids decided to donate some of their loot to the school collection. So.much.candy!

Emerson's Pre-K Class

We are thankful for the great year Emerson is having with Ms. Cara at Bright Beginnings! He's learning a lot and enjoying himself.

Party at the Swaisgoods

Food, football, cookie decorating, and costume fun!

ZOMBIEzi Bay

Winnie and her Hyatts friend group had a blast at ZOMBIEzi Bay. She was proud she bravely checked out every exhibit. Kit and her friends were there, too.

Momster Ball

Emerson and I had a fun time at Berlin's Momster Ball, a fundraiser for the lacrosse team. He was all about getting out on the dance floor! He was also delighted to see Kenley there.

Bye-Bye Baby Teeth

Winnie has lost a lot of teeth lately, including two this week. In lieu of the tooth fairy, which she never had the chance to enjoy, we had a mini celebration at Starbucks.