The start of something new.

 

Pre-K!!!

The day of registration this little guy was all smiles. He loves the new playground and all the new adventures that are coming his way. Like getting to pick out his very own backpack.

This morning we anxiously headed up to his new campus and found his locker and his classroom.

Blue his favorite color!

Donavan was a little shy at first but he worked up the courage to give his teacher, Mr. Martinez, his gift and introduce himself.

He picked out a new set of pens and we made a little note that said,

You are just the “write” teacher for me!

Mr. Martinez was really grateful and I am nothing but happy for the prospect of this new year. Everything is falling into place and I feel my fears and anxiety being washed away with a comforting reminder that the Lord loves me and knows what is best for my little family. If I just will allow him to lead my steps I will be guided down the right path.

It was a big day for the Mathis’ house hold and we are counting down the days to start of the new year!

Panda!

 

Here Donaven is showing off his mad kungfu panda skills.

Thank you Angie for the gift card. We really enjoyed trying out the new Panda Express!

At Ease Soldier...

Fire Station Visit

  Last weekend Brandon took the boys up to the fire station down the rode from our house. Donaven told me all about the fire trucks and getting to dress up like a a real fire fighter! They want to be just like Daddy when they grow up.

Play-School : Felt Board

If you haven't heard of this awesome artist, Joel of Made by Joel take a minute and check him out. He is really good and has a lot of kid friendly project ideas. After looking over his felt projects. I came up with a few projects for Donaven to try out. He had a lot of fun with it. Especially the penguin, go figure. 

 

New Years Eve

Angie's family was in town over New Years and we were invited over to the Waite's to celebrate with fireworks.  

Emerson before the fireworks started.

Donaven actually joined in the fun this year. He normally hates anything load so I was pretty impressed. He did get the scare of his life when uncle Jon set off severall black jacks near him with out warning. He finally calmed down and was convinced to stay outside with his cousins for a few sparklers.

Emerson on the other hand went ballistic. I even tried to sit in a car with him hoping to mute the fireworks a bit, but he wouldn't calm down not even for the sparklers. I finally gave up and took him inside. 

Later that evening we all joined at Tiffany & TJ's and played telestrations all evening. That game is hilarious and I can't wait to get it ourselves.

We stayed up late and rang in 2012 together kids and all. I'm looking forward to this New Year its been a bit of a struggle. So many unknown factors and things beyond my control but I feel at peace knowing that all will work out for the best. Come what may...

New Set of Wheels

This little man got a new set of wheels for Christmas. He was so excited to give them a whirl. His cousins were kind, braving the chilly weather and came along for the ride too.

     

 

I think he is getting the hang of it.
I can't wait for us all to get our bikes out and go on another family bike ride.

Donaven's 4th Birthday Party

Its only been four years since this little guy made me a mommy for the first time. It has been an adventure every step of the way since that amazing day.

Fast forward to today and you are still bringing love, and light to my world. Happy Fourth Birthday to my not so little boy. I hope you felt celebrated today!















We kept his party a low key family affair. He planned every part himself. Cupcakes, Cars 2 the movie, dinner at McDonald's, and a surprise visit to Santa land!

Primary Presentation

Donaven got to participate in the primary presentation this year. He memorized his lines. "I will follow Jesus Christ by praying." I think his favorite part was practicing on the stand.





Isn't he a little stud in his boots?

Then Sunday morning came. The day of the presentation and all smiles were gone and he wouldn't sing to save his life. I think it might of had something to do with having copious amounts of sugar and staying up all night after a fun filled evening at the Trunk-or-Treat. Oh well live and learn.

Play-school : Collage

Every morning I try to incorporate a few educational activities in the routine, we like to call it play-school time. Today was art day. I got my inspiration for this activity from one of my favorite blogs called, "Made by Joel." He is a really talented artist with 3 young children. He specializes in kids crafts and activities. We decided to try one of his collage ideas, taking scraps of scrapbook paper and cutting them into fun shapes and gluing them down to make really fun abstract collages. This was right up Donavens ally. No rules, just pure creative expression.

We discussed the different colors and shapes. His favorite part was me letting him be in charge of the glue like a "big boy." It also was a good exercise to help Donaven with his focus. He normally can sit still a whole 3 minutes in a chair. He amazingly enjoyed this activity so much he didn't want to stop with just one, we made three. We sat at the kitchen table for a good 35 minutes. Impressive, I know!

I like his pieces so much I might frame them and hang them on my wall. It was really nice to spend some quality one-on-one time with Donaven.



Here is a closer look.