Summer "Break"

So, the kids go back to school tomorrow and I can almost officially say we've made it through the summer. They've only got half-days until Thursday and then they're off again on Friday and Monday for Labor Day. I'm not entirely sure why they went back this week at all. I think it's just a cruel joke to play on parents and caregivers. This summer I'm not entirely sure what has happened to Alice but she wakes up in the morning and it's like she's on something. She's got the highest energy level I've ever experienced and it does not stop until she goes to bed. Nick and I actually watched her scale some vertical bars at the playground the other day using only her hands. We're going to video her doing it next weekend so that people can really understand. It is crazy. This was the same day that she came and did sprints at a local track with Nick and I and then ran a few laps. We're not really sure where we should have her deflect all of that energy but she definitely needs a more productive outlet.

Gigi's Observation #1

So, I created this blog to remind us of the great and funny things that our kids do everyday and we never seem to remember.
We've had a lot of big events and funny moments lately. There's something about summer that seems to bring out the best (and worst) in the Pooley children.
Some of our latest accomplishments are Alice learning to ride her bike without training wheels, Gigi becoming a racing superstar on her two-wheel scooter and both girls learning new and amazing tricks in gymnastics camp. We'll post pics and a little description of everything as soon as we can.
Meanwhile, Gigi, our resident comedian, has a bit of 3 (soon to be 4 yr old) wisdom to share with you all.
Nick and I went running in Liberty State Park this morning. Gigi wanted to go with Nick to the car to change out of his wet running clothes. She's a very observant child and has already noticed since Oliver has been born that boys and girls are different. So, in the interest of honesty and education, we told the girls what each part of the anatomy is called. So, while they're in the car, Gigi sees Nick's rear end. At this she remarks,"Daddy, you have more fur on your booty than Alice." Then she adds,"Boys have a peanut and girls have a china." Yes, Gigi, yes they do.