field day & talent show

This past Monday, Parker had her field day at school.  It was the perfect day.  It was a little windy, but it helped with keeping the temperature from feeling too warm.

They had lots of activities.  One was these water squirters.  I wasn't sure if Grace would be able to participate at all so she didn't wear her swimsuit (I'll know better next year!).  But turns out- she could.  And she did for a little bit of it.

I guess it did get a little cool being wet and with all the wind…but she dried quickly and all was well.

A little beach ball 'volleyball'.

Geoff came up there with this guy for a little while.  He had taken such a good morning nap that he had to eat his lunch while watching Sissy.

This girl had fun for maybe 10 minutes.  And then she was pretty much done for the day.  She did play in one more event, but was waiting patiently for the cotton candy and then she could leave.

This little obstacle course was fun- and the last thing Grace did at her sister's field day.

The kids had so much fun doing this.  They just had a bucket full of water…and sponges.  And would just try to get everyone drenched.

She quit this game a little early, though, and played with her Bub.

Cotton candy!

And the sack races,

They also had a dunking booth.  The kids were able to throw 3 balls.  And Parker dunked her teacher twice!  And actually- I was quite impressed with how well her whole class did throwing the ball and hitting the target.

And they also had this fun water slide that all the kids loved!  (And yes- that water was DIRTY!!!)

Then Tuesday evening- they had their end-of-year talent show.  Each grade level did a scripture recitation.  I was so proud of Parker (and all of them!)  They memorized Phillipians 4:4-8.  A great verse….and it was long!  It's amazing how much these little minds can really soak in and memorize.

Rejoice in the Lord always.  I will say it again, Rejoice!  Let your gentleness be evident to all.  The Lord is near.  Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with Thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.  Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.

Phillipians 4:4-8

Our beautiful girl. 

mother's day

We celebrated Mother's Day a few days early this year which was fine by me.  

The Friday before, Nolan had his 1 year check up in the morning.  We took the whole family…then made a little outing of lunch and play in the play area at the Galleria.  

When we got home that afternoon- Nolan took his nap…and the girls and I headed out for pedicures.

For Dinner.

My favorite food is Mexican food…and it was such a beautiful day out….so we took the whole family and headed to Gloria's to eat and sit on the patio.  We enjoyed great food…and the kids were really good, too!

After we ate…we decided to just walk around the lake/harbor area for a bit.

Me & my girlies.

After we snapped a few pictures and walked around a bit…we were about to head home when we walked right past Coldstone Creamery.  We were having just the best time…I was so laid back about the kids' "schedules"…and didn't care that it was past their bedtime…I was just wanting to enjoy the moment and our time together.  So Geoff and I looked at each other and decided we needed ice cream.

It was a good choice!  We had fun just sitting right outside and enjoying our dessert and each other.  Oh…and just so I don't forget….we all got single scoop cones.  Grace licked her scoop right off the cone….TWICE!  Haha!  I had to laugh.  The first scoop she lost fell in the store so they gave her another.  The second one fell outside…and Daddy was sweet enough to give her his.

Nolan loves ice cream (and pretty much anything we are eating).  He was so funny.  He'd take a lick…walk off…then come right back.  It was like he was connected by a little bungee cord because he wouldn't go too far and come right back.

(since this picture was taken…we have successfully found him shoes that fit is chubby little feet!)

By the time we got home…these kids were TIRED.  Parker made the observation that we hadn't really been home all day long…and asked if we could just stay home in our pajamas all day the next day.  :)

Just so blessed and thankful to be their mother.  I pray that I'm the mother God's called me to be.  To train them up the way they should go.

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