My Thoughtful Little Man

At Wesley's school they had a Christmas boutique where students could purchase presents for family members. Today was the first day and when I picked him from his friends house after school, he was so excited to show me what he had bought me. Here they are...

He knows me so well

After he showed me the snowmen, he told that he wanted to buy one for Emmalyn, but didn't have enough money. I asked him what it was and he said it was a snowman that said, "#1 sister". He then asked if he could take his own money to buy it for her. "It's only $2.00", he said". Everyday Wesley amazes me on how thoughful he is and how much he already loves his little sister.

Letting Go

Wes on his first day of Kindergarten at Merced!

Almost 5 years ago, this handsome man and his little boy entered my life, the best thing that ever happened to me. Paul and I decided that Wes would also attend Merced, the school I teach at. He was about to enter Kindergarten and little did I know that our relationship would grow so much from there. The time together has had many great moments like talks in the car, taking him to practices, seeing him grow as an individual, being able to attend so many school events, but with the good also has come some of "those" moments. I wouldn't trade the times we have spent together for anything. Well as many of you know we have moved to Rancho, so Paul and I had a difficult decision to make, have Wes stay at Merced or have him attend the school in our new neighborhood. We decided to have him change schools and today was his first day. I took the day off, to be able to take him and drop him off at school. He was a little nervous as any kid should be. He has been at a school where he knew everyone and everyone knew him and was going to a school where he knew maybe 5 people. I picked him up from school today and he was all smiles. I am so happy that he likes his knew school. I am going to miss our daily rides in the car together, but I know that I also have to "let go", as much as I can. He will always be my little man!

Wes on his first day at Deer Canyon as a 3rd grader!!

Student of the Month

Wesley was chosen as Student of the Month for the month of November. You usually receive this award because you have have good attendance, good work habits, being kind to others, and homework is always turned in. This was Wesley's last award assembly since he will be attending a new school after the Thanksgiving holiday. Nice job Wes, we are so proud of you.

Wesley with his teacher, Mrs. Takayama.

Maternity and Family Photo Shoot

My friend Stephanie and her friend came over to the house and took maternity/family pictures. They did an awesome job!! Here are a few from the photoshoot.

Third Grade!!

Here is Wesley's 3rd grade picture. I can't believe how fast time has flown by. Wesley is doing really well in school. He is reading above his grade level, loves math, is learning square dancing, and loves recess. Currently he is attending Merced, but in the middle of November he will be changing schools. We just moved and have made the decision to have him change schools and attend the school in our area. It was a tough decision. It's going to be a big change for Wes and I. He and I have been going to school together for a little over 3 years. I will miss having my little guy at school with me. I know he will do well at his new school and his best friend Caleb will be there to show him around. He is not so little anymore.

Pumpkin Patch Time!!

Today we headed to the pumpkin patch at Tanaka Farms. We visited Tanaka Farm last April and decided that during Halloween we would return. We went with our friends Jill and Jose and their daughter Abbie. The weather was beautiful, sunny and in the low 70's. The weather was better than at home. They had many activities for the families and children. They had a BIG wagon ride, games, a corn maze, face painting, a petting zoo, a small maze where children could ride a small quad around a maze, and of course picking your perfect pumpkin.
More pictures to be posted, but my darn computer isn't cooperating.

Our New Home!!!

I can't wait to move into our new home. Hopefully it will be this weekend, but as you know things don't always go as planned.

It's a Girl!!!

Today we went to one of those 3D ultrasound places. I could not wait one more month to find out what we were having. It's a girl and we are naming her Emmalyn Elaine.

Baby Hamilton

Today Paul and I had our very first doctors appointment with Dr. Williams. We were both anxious, nervous, and excited. We wait quiet a bit, but it was worth the wait. Dr. Williams was super nice. He made us feel right at ease with everything. Here is a first look at Baby Hamilton.


It was truly amazing to see this image. It brought tears to our eyes. The heart beat was so fast and Paul swears it's a boy. We will have to wait and see. Wesley did not go to this appointment just because I knew I was probably going to have to get all checked out, but when I got home and and showed him the pictures he said, "Can I have one to put on my shelf near my bed". He is going to be such a good big brother. We are all in love with this little baby already.

I have a secret!!!

Grease Lightning

On Thursday, Wesley had his school perfomance. All the 2nd graders at his school preformed 50's songs. They all did a great job.

Valentine's Day, Family Style

Valentine's Day is always a day where restaurants are crowded and we always have to wait forever to get a table. This year we decided to go out on Saturday night and to spend it as a family. We went and had dinner at Lucille's BBQ and then watched a movie with Wes. We planned to watch Time Traveler's Wife after Wes went to bed, but neither of us were able to stay up and watch it. I love my two boys and they mean the world to me.

Our Cuddle Bug

As some of you know we have gotten a dog. Wes has been asking about a dog for quite some time and he finally got his wish. Chloe was given to us by our neighbor. She got her around Christmas time and realized she did not have enough time for her. She knew that Wes wanted a dog so one day when Wes was playing basketball outside she told him, "If your mom says yes, you guys can have the dog". What adult says that to a kid! So of course Wes came running to us asking us to say "yes". He told us that he would feed her and walk her, but he would not pick up her "poops". So after Paul and I talked about it, Wes has a his dog. As for Paul it is not his ideal dog, but as you can see from the pics, she has grown on him.

A new addition to the Hamilton Family

Chloe Hamilton

Family Fun

On Friday we ventured out for some family fun. We went and did some miniature golfing, go karting, and Wes and Paul hit the batting cages. It was a nice way to end a busy week and spend some time as a family. Our schedules are very busy with Paul in school and Wes doing all of his activities, so it was nice to find some time to hang out the three of us.

My two dare devils go karting

Wes in the batting cage