Enjoying the pool on the weekend

Guitar Lessons

Brooks has started his eight grade year. He is in both Jazz Band and Symphonic Band. He also started guitar lessons. He is really enjoying music!

Time for Tea

Nana took Elizabeth out to lunch at The Sister's Tea Room to celebrate the beginning of her kindergarten year. She was such a good girl. She had one of her favorites- potato soup. She ordered a second bowl but could not finish it!

Best Friends Forever!

Benjamin and Jeb, our Godson, on their first day of school. They are so much fun to watch play and grow everyday. We are blessed to live across the street from one another.

Bus Stop

Elizabeth insisted on riding the bus home from school on the very first day! She loved it.

Daddy's Girl!

First Assingment

Elizabeth had to draw a picture of herself as her first assignment. She says she wants to be an art teacher when she grows up so this was right up her alley.

Elizabeth finds her name and her classroom!

John gets some fatherly advice on his first day of third grade

Waiting for the bell to ring

First Day Jitters

Best Friends

Elizabeth's best friend Katlyn is in her class. She lives in our neighborhod, goes to church with us, and takes ballet with Elizabeth. Keep their teacher in your prayers as they are two peas in a pod!

Meet Your Teacher Day

Elizabeth was so excited to meet her teacher, Mrs. Oliff and tour her new classroom.

More Fun in the Sun

Fun In the Sun

The Blair's visit

Our friends Chet and Lee Blair were here on business all the way from Utah. They lived next door to us when we lived on Fleming Island. We really miss them! We had a great time with them and hope to drive all the way out West next summer.

Watch Out Tiger Woods

We all enjoyed a day of miniature golf. John Jr especially enjoyed it!

FSU Band Camp for Brooks

Brooks went to Band Camp this summer. He was awarded the best Brass Band student in 7th grade at OPJH. We really enjoyed the concert. His Aunt Terri and Uncle Kim drove all the way from Orange Park to hear him play.

A Chef is Born

Benjamin has discovered he likes to cook. He especially likes to make eggs!

A Star is Born

Elizabeth had her first ballet recital this summer. She really danced well. Her favorite part was all the flowers she received. She can't wait to get on stage again.

Summer Vacation Comes to a Close

The Shipley family has had a wonderful summer vacation. We have enjoyed our pool and taken several mini-vacations with friends and family. We are all looking forward to what this school year will bring.