All boy!!!!

Let me preface this entry, by swearing up and down that we do NOT beat our children!!! This shot of Jack's leg is gruesome, but each scrape, bruise and boo boo chronicle his latest outdoor adventures...tree climbing, bike rides and daredevil activities. Please Lord, keep us out of the ER. Better up the medical portion of our budget!

On another note, Jack had a monumental day this Monday. Currently playing in his second season of soccer, Jack has been working hard to score a goal (and getting a little down on himself when he hasn't met the challenge). With the help of his coach (Coach Daddy), some pep talks from Mommy and a lot of self-determination, Jack scored 2 goals for his team on Monday. You would have thought he won the Heisman...it made our day, week and month. The look on his face was priceless and he insisted on calling all his grandparents to tell them the news. To top off the amazing evening, we saw a rainbow when we got home after soccer. Here's my proud little man...not sure which one shined brighter, the rainbow or Jack.

Beach boys

We enjoyed our first family trip up to Lake Michigan on Saturday. The boys were in heaven, and I think Sawyer was particularly in love with getting dirty in the sand.
The water was absolutely freezing, but we all braved it! We started out with just our feet, but the boys ended up plopping down. Note to self, Jen...next time have more spare clothes in the car!
Looking for fish, rocks, sharks, etc! I definitely have 3 nature loving boys!
Daddy wasn't as fond of the cold water, but the squeals from the boys made it worth it.
A great time on the beach was had by all. We can't wait to go back to see more boats, sea gulls, sand and waves. Don't forget the ice cream, too! Sawyer has been asking for the "beach" all day, and we promise him to we'll go back very soon. Come on up and join us, family and friends! :)

Spring has sprung

It's officially spring here in Granger, IN (never mind that some early mornings the temp still hovers in the 30's), so that means you can find the Egans...playing outside, eating outside, at Jack's soccer practice outside, riding bikes outside, licking popsicles outside, chasing birds outside, hunting for bugs outside, drawing with chalk outside, playing at local parks outside, looking at flowers outside...

If you need us, we're outside.

Irish Longhorns

Decked out in our navy blue, gold and green, the Egan family headed out in the drizzling rain to attend Notre Dame's blue/gold spring football game this Saturday. The boys loved everything about the experience...the leprechaun mascot, the band, the game, and the peanuts. Scott and I realized how amazing it will be for Jack and Sawyer to grow up as ND fans. At the same time, we felt like we were cheating on our spouse...the Texas Longhorns. We've come to the conclusion that we're Longhorns first and foremost, but we're thrilled to adopt Notre Dame as our #2 team. As long as they don't play each other, we'll be okay. The Egans are officially Irish Longhorns...maybe that would be a good blog name?

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter to you all! Our little family of four had an amazing day in South Bend. Jack's been counting down the days until Easter for about two weeks with the help of a paper chain. He just asked if we could make one for XMAS now! Both boys enjoyed dying the eggs this year and the mess that went with it. Sawyer didn't really have any interest in eating the hard boiled eggs, but Jack ate 6 (or more?) in a two days...better than candy right??

Somehow we got so excited during the egg hunt that we didn't take a single shot...sorry! My Mom and Gary held some practice hunts during their visit in March, so both boys were excited to come downstairs in the morning and see a house full of eggs. Sawyer was a pro during the practice runs, but when there was actual candy to be found (and eaten), he collected very few eggs. Jack landed the majority of the loot, but sugar-high Sawyer didn't seem to mind at all. They had a blast and loved their baskets, too. Both boys love their new rain boots and pray for some precip daily!

Where did my baby go?

It's been awhile...I know, I know. I am waiting to inherit Scott's old MAC, so I'm limited in computer hours. I'll keep trying!

We had Jack's school conference today. We're absolutely in love with his new school and his teachers. Thankfully (but not surprising to his parents :), they are love with him, too. Jack was officially called the boy's social butterfly of the class (where does he get this?)...this is a big change since he seemed a little on the shy side at his last school. He's writing his name and many other letters now, he's starting to read (memorize), talk about patterns non-stop, understand addition and subtraction and more. Most importantly he is just having a blast and is excited that he'll get to go to school more next year...five mornings a week. His teacher really feels like he's kindergarten bound on time, and I'm 98% convinced.

Gone are the days of my little baby, although he still loves to snuggle with me while I tickle his back and we talk about our days (or most recently witches, Snow White, pirates, Disney World, Cooper and Cameron, trips to TX to see our family, locking the door, new friends and his upcoming birthday party). Occasionally, he'll even let me carry him up the stairs before nap time (aka. play quietly in your room and give mommy a break time). Each time that I do, he lays his head on my shoulder. I think we both like to hold on to a piece of that past. I'll take it as long as I can.

Back in business...kind of!

We've now been "settled" in South Bend for a week, so I guess the nomad excuse is out the window. Just in time...I can now blame my lack of blog entries on the snow. I lost my camera on our first outing out in the backyard. Just a little tip...don't leave your camera in your pocket while trying to teach your three year old how to make snow angels.

The pic of Jack is one that his fabulous new teacher, Mrs. Grall, sent today of him stencil painting at school. He really seems to have transitioned well and that's made me one happy mommy. The sweet pic of my baby boy, Sawyer was on XMAS Eve. I'll have some new shots of the little man (who seems to be looking a little leaner these days??) by this weekend when I get a new camera.

So a few updates...
-We had an amazing time with family and friends in TX. It was truly perfect.
-Scott if officially FINISHED with school!!!!! AMEN!
-We love our new house in Indiana and all the white stuff on the ground...Jack has asked a couple times, "Is winter going to be forever?" I'm hoping it's just an interest in seasons since we have a ways to go before springtime here in the Midwest.
-Basements are the best thing ever for children (and their parents!)
-We have lots of space for guests...so come and see us!

And on a final note, I am debating about changing the name of our family blog??? We are still technically the TN Egans since our boys are TN natives (that's 50% of our family), and we have a circle of people that we love back "home." Any thoughts or suggestions?

I promise (or at least really try to promise) to blog more now that we're home. Strange...very strange.