Hello Everyone,
We have had a really busy month with a trip to Denver to see Jason's brother, Allen, get married to his new wife Allison, Parent Teacher Conferences, Carnival, and a visit from Jason's other brother Danny and his wife, Vanessa!
We had a wonderful trip to the Mile High City. Jason not only got to be the best man in the wedding, but he also accomplished one of his goals in life, seeing the Pepsi Center where his favorite hockey team, the Avalanche, plays. He bought himself a flag as a souvineer and got Logan a hockey sleeper. We also just had to have the stuffed Zamboni. Hopefully one of the pictures is of Logan with it. We also had a great time at the wedding and the reception was at Mile High Stadium! Jason even got to run around the field in a tuxedo. What a neat experience. Logan even wore a bowtie!
Parent Teacher conferences went smoothly this week after my idea of having student led conferences. The students had to collect artifacts from each class to share with their parent and then show them their report cards. We had 87 of 90 show up, a 97%! It was a great confidence builder to have it turn out so well. I love having the support of a great team. This has been my best school year yet!
Our school also had its annual carnival this weekend. We got to show off the baby and see the crowning of our Jr. High King and Queen before returning to an impromptu turkey fry at the Gamlins. Great turkey by the way, Missy and Jerry!
Last weekend Danny and Vanessa came to visit us from Strafford and we had a great time. We went to a new restaurant called "The Ole Barn." It was in the middle of nowhere. If it wasn't for a recommendation from one of my students we wouldn't have tried it, but thanks to a great piece of favorite food writing, we had a really good meal. We also traveled to the Shryock's Corn Maze and wandered around for hours. It was a beautiful weekend.
We have been really blessed with a beautiful, warm fall. I am really not ready for winter. The trees are turning and when we were in Denver we got to see the Aspen's changing.

Logan Update:
Logan has been rolling around the house and will reach for his puppy or pacifier and the Tivo remote. He will also cry if he doesn't like a particular toy or if he is bored or alone . He is growing every day and is now 24 1/2 inches tall and weighs 13 lbs. 13 oz. We started solid foods with rice cereal and tried peas today. He has moved on past vowel sounds to babbling in phrases over and over.

Welcome!!

Hello Everyone!



It sure has been extremely busy with the Duryea's for the past few months. Jason and I bought our first house, I have started back at school (this year with four subjects), and Logan has been keeping us busy every second. Right now, I should be doing school work, but instead I am feeding Logan and updating all of you. So here is the lowdown...



The kiddo:

Logan is now 13 pounds and 25 inches tall! He is rolling over, cooing, blowing raspberries, and starting to giggle when he is tickled under his arms. He has the best expressions and the most beautiful smile in the world. His favorite toy is a puppy from his great aunt Donna. It has crunchy ears that are easy to grab and chew on. He had his first ear infection last week and forgot that he had been sleeping through the night. Also, he started rice cereal as you will see, once I figure out how to post pictures. He is a natural with a spoon. Logan is loving it at the sitters, where he gets to play with the boys all day. Overall, he is a very happy little guy.



The house:

We are officially in the country. This was in question because we do live in a neighborhood. All was answered the other day when I came home to find a GIGANTIC spider had built an elaborate web from the ceiling fan to the floor. Yep, only in the country do you find tarantula sized critters hanging from a rotating ceiling fan. We are still getting settled in, but the family is extremely happy with our new home, even if the spiders think they are part of the fam.



What's been going on:

We have been all over this month, and most recently to St. Louis to reacquaint with the brothers of Acacia Fraternity. It was a beautiful picnic and we had a wonderful time. Before that we went to Mexico, Missouri for a wedding reception where Logan tried to steal the spotlight, but the bride and groom were the real center of attention. It was a beautiful affair. Even our most modest principal danced the night away.





For next time:

We are heading first to see our friends in Kansas City, then on to a plane to Denver to see Allen and Ally get married!! See more of that story when we return!