2nd Day of School

The girls both attended class today at Harding Academy.

1st Day of Kindergarten

Ellie started her first day of Kindergarten -- or Sr. Kindergarten as Harding Academy refers to it. She was nervous, but excited to see what it was all about. She did great. We walked down the hall snickering over me being silly & into her new classroom together. The teacher quickly greeted us with a smile and a big hug. Ellie then started to put things away in her own locker and sit down at her assigned desk. Hard to believe our little girl is officially in Kindergarten!

School is starting

This week we had "Meet the Teacher" at Harding Academy for both Ellie and Amelia. They were excited to see their new classrooms and all their teachers from last year. Ellie has her own real desk. The girls are anxious to start a new school year. They will have Phase-In Days (Monday & Wednesday) and then start their first official day on Thursday, August 14th.

Update on Isabelle

I had another doctor's appointment today --- now in my 34th week! We are counting down the weeks. Everything checked out normal. I had an ultrasound and again was able to get a sneak peek of Isabelle. She is weighting 5 lbs. 7 oz.

Jacob came over to play

Jason, Becky, and baby Jacob came over to play Saturday at our house. Uncle Vernon & Aunt Gayla were also in town for a visit. Amelia just adores Jacob and always wants to be around him. Jacob is over 2 weeks old now.

Baby Shower at Youth Villages

I was surprised yesterday with a Baby Shower from work. Several unnamed individuals snuck into my office and decorated it with balloons and tons of gift cards --- over $670 worth! I was shocked over the generosity of my co-workers at Youth Villages. Afterwards we had cake and ice cream in the break room celebrating the anticipated birth of Isabelle. What fun! Now we can go shopping!!

Over 80 balloons in my office!



Cake made by co-worker, Nhung Hurst

A beautiful blanket made by co-Director, Sarah Hurley.

Four of us pregnant at Youth Villages (Liesl, Jan, me, Leslie)

My Information Technology staff

(Brian, Mike, Scott, Silas, Rehman, Jason - missing Forrest)

Jacob at the Hospital

We went on our 2nd hospital visit to see Jacob and introduce the girls to their new cousin. They both were anxious to "see and touch" him. He is beautiful! Ellie seemed consumed with questions regarding how Jacob arrived and Amelia just eagerly wanted to hold him. It was amazing to watch their reactions to Jacob, who was content to sleep while being made over.

Jason, Becky, and Jacob are home now. They are doing very well adjusting to their new life.

Jacob Aubrey Sykes is here!

Jason and Becky had Jacob Sunday night, July 20th at 10:24 pm. He weighted in at 9.2 lbs and 19.5 in long. He is three days early from his original due date. Pictures to come...

PawPaw's 65th Birthday

We celebrated PawPaw's 65th birthday a little early this year with a grill-out. His actual birthday is July 17th. If I recall correctly I believe there was a $ reward if Jacob arrived this day! Wouldn't that be something?!

The girls enjoyed wrestling with Uncle Jason and Candyland with Aunt Janet. Then it was time for the girls to put PawPaw down for a "nap".

We had a nice surprise from Crystal Reece, who was in town for a visit. We enjoyed reminiscing about the 'good ole days' from past TN District Camps and Bill & Jill's dating memories.

Overall, what a great day being with family!

Isabelle Candace Terry

After much thought and input from family, we have decided to name our third baby girl - Isabelle Candace. Her middle name originally comes from her great grandmother, Mary Candace Jackson as well as her own mother's middle name.

28 Weeks Pregnant - Baby weighs 2 lbs. 11 oz.

Fun with Family from Florida

We recently had our family from Florida come up for a visit. Grandpa, Aunt Shirley, Aunt Kristy, Aunt Wendy, Bobby, and Micayla all stayed with us for a few days. We had a house full of fun. Ellie and Amelia enjoyed the week off of Summer Camp to spend time with everyone. We also celebrated Amelia's 3rd birthday while they were here in Memphis.

Ellie & Amelia having fun singing and wrestling with cousin, Micayla.

Happy 3rd Birthday!

Amelia is turning 3 on June 30th. We celebrated her birthday a little early since our family from Florida was visiting with us. Amelia was excited to open all her gifts and blow out the candles.