Fall Fair in Richmond

We decided to go have some fun at the annual Richmond Fall Fair. We'd never been before, so we weren't sure what to expect, but it was lots of fun.

Alex got to go on a bunch of different rides and we played some midway games. We also some some neat displays and shows, including a fun trampoline show that had Alex totally amazed.

Unfortunately the day ended on a bad note when Alex got stung by a wasp for the first time ever just before we left. Thankfully he didn't have any type of reaction, but it hurt like crazy so we had to get him something to ease the pain.

Alex and Chris watching the trampoline show

First Day of Grade 1

Well it's official... my baby boy is officially a little boy now. He's started Grade 1 here in Ottawa and seems to be settling in very well. Chris and I both had some major pangs when we took Alex in for his first day and got to see him settled into his new class (with real desks!) and meet his new teacher, but we know that it's all part of growing up. I just wish the baby, toddler and little kid stages lasted a lot longer - and maybe we can just skip him being 14-17?

Here's some pictures from his first day.

Alex in front of his school telling us he's going into "Grade 1"

Alex and his friend at their new desks.

The great new teacher.

Happy kid after he took the bus home.