Three weeks till Christmas Break!

We have been dealing with some sick, sick, sick kids these past few months. However, there four year check up went great. (Besides Aiden walking like an old man out of the office) For triplets, it is amazing they are all 75% on percentile on most. Mia was the only exception. She is 99% in height and 20% on weight. They got to wear their new Phillie's Shirts that Uncle Mike and Aunt Nell got them!

Three weeks until Christmas break. We have a dance recital, a school program, and Grandma Jacki and Uncle Emil moving back. This should be a busy but great couple of weeks.

Our newest family member - Molly

I was trying to tell Aiden that we are going to get the older boy pup. He crossed his arms and said, "No, we are getting the brown girl puppy. Molly." He had already named her. Now I had to decide to be tough mom or give in. Obviously, I gave in. Molly's mom is around 60lbs and her dad is around 70lbs. She should be a big girl. I like that.



On a slightly impulse buy, we got Molly on Saturday. We went to look for an older pup and came home with our 10 week old labradoodle. We recently had to give up our miniture poodle, Marvin. Our home was not the best fit for him, and we found him a couple that is retired that had another poodle that became his brother. I thought I could go long without a dog, but I was wrong. In my short 34 years of life, I have only had a couple years without a dog. I am a huge dog lover and cat lover. Unless you are a dog lover, as well, you can't understand how happy I am to have a new pup in the house. It feels more like a home. I know it is more work, for everyone. It is important to me, and I deserve it. So we now have, Molly, our labradoodle. A mutt or designer breed. I don't care what you call it. She is amazing. Has a great personality and her hair is shed free. I'm happy. Here is a picture of her mom.

School pictures 2011

Their first official school pictures. Lincoln Pre-school AM class.
Mia basically refused to smile in Ms. Nellie's class.
Aiden was a ham in Ms. Virgie's class.
Seth was not feeling the pictures in Ms. Mel's class.
Aiden will say he does not like school, but he does very good there.
Mia loves school. She is very caring but does have some focusing issues. Her stubbornness is being blamed on her mother.
Seth is working his way into a language group slowly two days a week. He is slowly getting used to his classmates and new teachers. I am looking forward to him being able to stay the full time there.

Lincoln Halloween Festival

I think Aiden and Mia had a good time at their first school carnival. Seth, however, had a really hard time. I left early with him. I think the music and people were just too much for him. I try to push him at these situations to help him in the long run, but it is hard. I know it is crazy, but even while he is screaming and crying I think he is glad he was included. Mia was so independent, and wanted no help from mom. Aiden was shy, as well, but had fun still.

Pumpkin Patch School Trip

Aiden and Mia went to the pumpkin patch with their school. I was not able to attend, but our friend, Lisa, was able to take some pictures. Mia LOVED making corn angels and Aiden loved picking his pumpkin the best. They loved their first ride on the school bus.

First day at Lincoln Preschool

Aiden and Mia started their first day at Lincoln preschool. They did great! They did not cry at drop off at all. I wish I could have spent more time with each one, but my time is divided. They were put in two different class rooms. Each teacher seems better suited to their personality. I think God had a lot to do with that. When they got home, Mia went to sleep and Aiden on the computer to practice letters. Although, Aiden did fall asleep an hour later. Mia talked a lot more about her day. She mentioned the slide and the fish tank. She also has her friend, Andrew, in her class. Aiden said he had lots of boys and girls in his class. He would not let me leave his change of clothes there. He insists on a backpack. I am so proud of them. I am also a bit proud of myself for surviving triplets to this point. Like always, I am exhausted, though.

Mia's First Dance class

Mia started her first dance class! She loves it and likes to practice her moves. She is quite the ballerina. She picked out her own leotard, hair piece and shoes. She is a girl who knows what she likes. It is nice for her to have something that is all her own. No brothers allowed. She makes me so proud! Love this girl to pieces. I thank god every day that he gave me at least one little girl to love.

Seth has fun at an outing!

Seth went to an outing that included a structured learning environment. A local mom is having these outings at a local park in order to help other moms and kids that want to keep the momentum of learning going throughout the summer. Seth did AWESOME on his first day. He had his ipad to help with the transition but he even sat with me during circle time! Unexpectedly, Aiden had the hardest time dealing with the structure and Mia was just perfect! This is a great way to prepare them for the pre-school setting they will be at in just weeks. This is also a great way for me to meet local moms that have children with ASD.

Zoo with the cousins

We got a chance to take some of the kids to the zoo. Seth stayed at Grandma Lynn's Day Spa while we took Aiden and Mia to the zoo with their cousins. Although, it was very hot, we had a blast. I think they liked feeding the giraffes the best. They also had fun calling the Tiger, Kitty Kitty and watching Sea Lions that burped because they had too much soda. I look forward to many more fun times with the cousins.

Aiden's first best friend

Aiden has his first best friend. I love watching them play together. They have a lot in common. I love when they laugh at some inside joke that they themselves think is the funniest thing ever. Andrew has a brother with autism, as well. I think it is nice that he has a friend that will understand all his brothers little "quirks." Hopefully, they will get to be in the same preschool this next year. I, also, have to admit that I have found a new friend in Andrew's mom, Lisa. It is nice to have a friend that understands the day to day struggles with three kiddos and autism.