Cross Country Begins

Northwestern ran in their first cross country meet September 5 in Redfield.

Nathan placed 4th in the JV race.

We're not sure of Teresa's finish, but she finished the junior high race and did very well!

Dad was there, too, but unavailable for the photo. :)

Landen turns 16

One thing is for sure. It never seems like our oldest should be as old as he is. :)  But--here he is--16 years old!

Landen's birthday presents are usually wrapped in the "Green Sheet." He couldn't resist reading the farming ads--even as he waited to open his present. :)

This year he received the high tech back pack that he has been wanting for awhile.

Here he is celebrating with cousin Reid (on the right) and Isaiah (who just likes tractors) with their cake made by cousin Lily.

New Barbie House

The girls always impress me with their Barbie creations. 

This was taken before a cereal box elevator was added to the right side, too.

Yes, our Barbies have it pretty good around here!

Victory

The Wildcats won their first game of the season 24-18 over Sunshine Bible Academy.

I asked one of Landen's friends to take my phone and get a picture after the game.

I'd say he did a pretty good job!

Back to School!

Our school year officially started this past Tuesday, August 20.

The big three had all been in sports practices for about a week before that, so everyone was ready to go!

Landen is a sophomore. He is currently playing football and will be in FFA, Robotics, and probably several other things before the year is over. :)

Nathan is in 8th grade and currently in cross country and football.

Teresa is entering middle school and has 2 lockers! She is in cross country and volleyball.

Rachel is in 2nd grade with Mr. Duncan and gets to be the only Melius on the bus in the mornings. :)