4Q of 2015

Brayden started 1st grade this year (2015-2016).  We couldn't be more excited for him in his academic journey.  This year is the first year that he will be in school all-day so there are many changes occurring this year.  Below, are some pictures of our sweet boy on the first day of school!

Brayden started Lacrosse this year and while it was challenging at first, he kept with the sport and quickly became a valued asset to the team.  Brayden picked up the techniques necessary to excel in Lacrosse and ended the season quite well.  Lacrosse is the first sport that Brayden has played to give him an actual work out.  The sport challenges his physically and mentally and has become a sport that we will continue with in years to come.  We have signed him up for the Spring session so we shall see how it goes!

I would also like to point out that Brayden had many friends that started the Lax Box Lacrosse with him, but quickly dropped out due to how challenging it was; however, we are extremely proud of Brayden for sticking it out and continuing with what he committed to.

Go Brayden!  Mom and Dad couldn't be more proud of you!!

I cannot remember what festival this was, but we had a great time regardless.  It was a beautiful day, Brayden got some corn (loves his corn), and was able to have some fun riding rides! 

The race below was the Bronco's 7K race that Mike and I participated in while Nana was here.  We finished by running into the stadium onto the field where we were displayed on the large jumbo screen.  Pretty cool event and nice that Mike and I were able to do the race together. 

We stayed relatively busy over the summer and one of the fun things we did was take a tour of the Rockies Stadium!  Pictures below. 

 New Hair Cut!

Friends birthday party!

Spending the night at Jack's house!

 One of Brayden's love letters from the girls at school.

Brayden's first date with Kelsey, who lives down the street and goes to school with Brayden.

Day with Molivia!

Field day at school 2015.

Fun with Cooper Marsh!

Brayden has played many sports, which we schedule to keep him busy, active, and healthy.  One sport that we signed Brayden up for after Lacrosse was basketball.  Mike coached and the kids played very well.  What was really great about this season is that they actually played games and made substantial progress from the beginning of the season.  Yet another sport that Brayden did well in!

As with any October, we went to a pumkin patch!  We did a corn maze, shot pumpkins out of some launcher, then picked out our pumpkins that we took home. 

Family Hike!

Halloween celebration at school!

Brayden and Mason - two peas in a pod!

Beginning of 1st grade school photo.

We were able to get tickets to the Pepsi Center to watch a Nuggets game!  I got the tickets through work, which enabled us to watch the game from the Comcast suite.  We enjoyed the experience and the game as they were playing the Milwaukee Bucks!

I had to go to Houston for work, which worked out wonderfully because I was able to see my Noie and Abbie!

Mommy ate with Brayden at school!

Mr. Will Morri's birthday party!  Happy 7th Bday, Will.

L:R - Will, Brayden, and Brayden i.e. the 3-musketeers!

Brayden spent the day with Kelsey whose Mom took this photo.  Kelsey (as you can tell) really like Brayden and I just loved this picture I had to ensure that we didn't lose it!

Over Thanksgiving Break -2015 we went to Steamboat for the first time, which was a great idea!  We had an amazing time, were able to get away for a few days, and really enjoy the holiday instead of cooking all day.  While we were there Brayden did 2 snowboard lessons, which he killed and Mike and I walked around downtown and snowshoed!