Alex's basketball team

Alex is having a great time playing basketball with his buddies this year. They are playing in a tougher league, but it seems like they are enjoying the competition. So far, they won both games against teams with much bigger kids than them!

First Penance

Reed had his first penance today. He did a great job and was very proud of himself! He looked pretty handsome, too.

Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at the lake - even though I didn't take many pictures to prove it! The boys spent some time reading and a lot of time playing football with Pops and Gramps!

Toothless Reed

Reed finally lost one of his front teeth! Look at that cute smile...

Halloween

The Tigers had a home game on Halloween night, we we decided to trick-or-treat on Tiger Lane! The boys had fun handing out candy and seeing everyone in costume. They were more into tailgating than dressing up, so this is the best costume shot we got! They did have a couple other opportunities to wear their costumes. Of course I don't have photos, but Reed was a zombie skeleton and Alex was a recon commando.

Friday nite

We went downtown Friday night for dinner and a walk around the arts festival. It was beautiful weather, and we all enjoyed the roaming band!

School conferences

The boys finished the first grading period, and both got great reports from their teachers.

Alex's teacher said he is totally capable of being a straight-A student. He is very interested in grades all of a sudden and has set that as a goal. For now, we are really proud of his great grades and super attitude and behavior. He is also the #1 reader in his class!

Reed's teacher said that she has no concerns about him academically - he is doing great. He is a really strong reader and is loving school. She could only laugh when talking about his behavior. He has a little trouble staying in his seat - mostly because he's up dancing!