Space Derby

Bryson had his cub scout space derby today and had a wonderful time.

 The green hornet!

 Bryson launching his rocket

 Bryson came in 2nd place but was "disqualified" cus he pushed his rocket - however they never showed or told the boys what they could or could not do. Oh well... he still won to me and had a great rocket!

Two gone and one left home...

A whole new era at the Steck home... Both Bryson and Preston are now gone for school all day long which leaves Weston home alone.  I know he is going to miss his brothers - but also find freedom in his alone time. A super fun and adventurous school year has begun and I can't wait to see what it holds for these new changes for Preston and Weston and more challenges for "upper" grade Bryson... go get 'em boys! I know you'll succeed....

 

FOURTH Grade!

 School has started and to be honest I think both my kids and myself are ready for a schedule and routine again. Bryson has started 4th grade today, it's weird to think 2 more grades and he is in middle school... crazy! He was super excited to get back and see his friends, but most of all to see his teacher. We got his same teacher from last year and I am not ever going to complain about that... we both Love her! I know this year will be great and that Bryson will grow and mature ever more. I look forward to the fourth grade adventure!

 Bryson and Mrs. Bowen

 Running off that last burst of energy till he had to line up.

 Waiting in line until Mrs. Bowen came out and talked to all the kids - calling her class the best and favorite... she is so much fun!

 Blowing kisses - via Mrs. Bowen's request. and then heading off to start the year.!!!

Bryson's Cub Camp

Bryson got to attend his first cub camp for Scouts this year! He technically should have gone last year as it was the week of his birthday, but instead they had this year be his first. Which as an after thought made the accomplishment's he did hard to pass off as he already had gotten his Wolf and more the things they were achieving were for the Wolf - so we got to apply them to his Bear - it all worked out.
I was able to attend with him the entire first day, it was such a fun Mom and Son day. It's very important to me that my son's see me attending their events. As a working mother I never want them to think that work is more important then what they have going on in their lives... I fall short of this daily, but I keep diligent and becoming better.

This is his pack, there are actually 3 boys missing so yes, it is a big pack - Bryson, Max, Cody, Alex, Cameron, Eric, Cole, Kjardin, and Matthew

To take up time when we arrived they had to link hands and get the hula hoop around the circle, working on team building.

BBGuns!!!! Nothing better at camp then BB Guns - right? i was really rather surprised at them, they all listened and waited until their leader told them it was okay to shoot. We didn't have any injury's.

 Up Next... the obstacle course. It was nice to have Bryson try things that we don't normally get to do. It took him out of his comfort zone, even if he was aware of that.

Bryson volunteered with Cole to go fold the flag - he did a great job.

American Heritage, at his age - it's all still a game of Cowboy's and Indians, I don't think they realize the importance of our history in America... they were really just excited to be the Tee-Pee

They then got to go learn about Miners and how they mined to Gold to make a living. Each boy got to try to find some and miraculously they all were able to find gold... amazing :)

Rope tying - that right... send a bunch of Mom's up to assist their son's in rope tying. But still we were able to learn a few new ones... all of which I don't think I could do again.

We finished our day at with a hike and old games from "the good ole days" before electronics and play grounds. Kinda hard to wrap their minds around the concept.

The second day I was able to come up at lunch and eat with Bryson then spend the afternoon with him. I was told that I missed all the boring things and all the fun stuff took place after lunch! Before we broke into groups after lunch we gathered at the "Space" federation to sign and the boys were taught a few things.

Archery! I was so happy to see that I didn't miss this one. Bryson struggled pulling the bow all the way back - we need to work on his arm strength - but he had a great time shooting the arrows.

Shooting his paper rocket off that we made.

At the end of the day each pack of boys had to do a cheer. our leader got really ambitious and taught the boys this one with actions in about 15 minutes... not bad and super cute!

Bryson turns 9!!!

 It's hard to believe that my boy is now 9!!! I can still recall every moment of the day he was born - can't believe that it's gone by that fast. Bryson is such a joy to be around and is such a huge help with his brothers. He is sensitive, kind, loving and compassionate. He doesn't like to see other people hurt or feeling sad, and he hurts bad if he knows he has done anything that may have caused someone else pain. Bry love's music - either listening, singing or dancing to it, he loves it all. He also still loves his video games and can pick up any game and be good at it. Bryson likes to cook and help around in the kitchen, just not the clean up part :) and he loves to play with his brothers. Weston looks up to him so much and Preston does too. He is a great example and I am so proud and happy to call him my son.

 "B-Fairy - the kids out sleeping in the TV room, ONE of them is me. put the decorations IN my room. Thanks! Bryson the B-day Boy" - he was worried she would see the room empty and not decorate it for his birthday... good thinking to leave a note.

 As expected the Birthday Fairy arrived as we slept and made sure that Bryson knew he was now a big 9 year old!

 We had a simple family night with gifts and cake,We had so much baseball fun this month that he choose a Baseball cake which I was happy about to do something easier.

 Presents!!!! He got spoiled again and once again was tolerant of his brothers wanting to be right in the middle of it all.

Happy birthday my big guy Bry - Love you so much and I am so proud of all you have accomplished.