Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

Elle, Hudson and I woke up early to attend the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic again this year. We pretty much just roll out of bed, and go as is (notice the bed head); but seeing all of the balloons across the Boise skyline is worth it. Elle and Hudson just love it. We took lots of pictures, and watched as each balloon went up, up, up into the sky. Then, when the last balloon had taken off, we made our way into the park to see if any returning balloons were offering free rides. And to Hudson’s delight (since he saw the first balloon, he wanted to fly in one), one hot air balloon was doing just that. So the three of us climbed in (a pregnant lady climbing inside a hot air balloon basket is quite comical) and flew. Hudson thought it was a little loud, but thoroughly enjoyed himself. All in all, it turned out to be a good—early—start to our day.

Love

First Day of School

Elle had her first day of second grade. She was not very excited about it—first grade had its ups and downs—but thankfully, so far, second grade has proved to be enjoyable. She really likes her teacher, her locker, her cubby and all of her pink school supplies. It seems that we are off to a good start this year in elementary school. But since we are moving, and she will have to switch schools, I’m sure we are in for a few more ups and downs.

A Lost Tooth

Elle lost her first front tooth. She is quite excited. It took a while for this tooth to come out—mostly because she was scared to wiggle it too hard—but finally it came. She has not lost a tooth in over a year, so this tooth was highly anticipated. But she was a little disappointed that she did not get a real magic wand from the tooth fairy (that’s another and very long story; let’s just say she has a very active imagination). But she did get money, and I think that sufficed … until the next tooth.

Halfway There

It's Pink!

Planes

Hudson has wanted to go see the new Disney movie, Planes, FOREVER (just ask him). And it finally hit theaters, so Johnny and I couldn’t help but take him. First however, we took a little detour to Lowes so he could build, Dusty, a plane from the movie. Then Hudson waited patiently—according to him—until the hour of the matinee arrived. And Disney did not disappoint. Hudson was thoroughly enthralled the entire time, and really enjoyed himself. And Johnny and I counted the outing as a success, because Hudson has not stopped making motor sounds and flying his airplane since.