Baseballs and Butterflies

This was pretty much his idea with a little prompting from me reminding him that he had a totally awesome Joe Mauer jersey and would be able to wear daddy's hat.

This was pretty much her idea with a little help from a google search and an incredibly talented father.

Eli got to be first to celebrate the season with a Halloween carnival at preschool the Thursday before the big day.  He had a fun time playing the games and winning prizes to put in his bag, but I think he mostly loved that he got to be there with his good friend, Riley. 

These two are best buds.

Making sure they look good before the big party.

Eli and his "first teachers", Ms. Robin and Ms. Rochelle.  We are blessed to have had such kind and loving teachers for both kids' first preschool experiences.  A year ago I was thinking that there was no way Eli would enjoy preschool and that I would be dragging him there kicking and screaming every day.  It has turned out that when he finds out it is NOT a preschool day the tears start.  He loves it!

Almost as much as I love my two kid-free mornings every week!