Sunday, May 11, 2014

Mother's Day Weekend

We had such an amazing weekend! 

Saturday kicked off with a trip to pick out flowers, followed by lots of planting, both in the front yard pots and the backyard. Good thing I have two excellent helpers!


 And after an accident with the garden hose, this little planter turned even more adorable while working in his Cars underwear. 
 After an afternoon rest we finally got to do something we have been waiting all winter for: kayaking!
Can you feel the excitement?! 

 Ever since we bought our kayaks last summer, Andrew has been asking for a little paddle. Jason finally ordered them, but they have not come in yet. Therefore, Andrew came up with the brilliant plan of taking half of mine. While he was absolutely thrilled to help paddle, this didn't fare well for meeting his demands of "FASTER MOM!" 
 Luckily all this work required a snack break, so I got my paddle back after a bit while Andrew munched and continued to direct me.
 During our paddling we saw tons of turtles, geese and a blue heron. 

 It was great to get back on the water
 Sunday was another great day...I got to sleep in and awoke to flowers and art projects...
...and a sweet piece of writing.
 It poured all morning, so we went to the theater to watch a movie. For dinner we met at Grandpa & Papa's to grill out. Andrew had a blast playing football, 
 and Kate spent time checking out grandma's garden and picking flowers. 


 So lucky to have been spoiled all weekend with great weather and time with my favorite little ones. 
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Lately

The spring weather is finally here, and we are LOVING being outside. 

A couple of weekends ago we spent all morning at the neighborhood park flying kites.








Kate's last Sunday school class was also a couple of weekends ago. After class, the kids performed a series of songs they had learned over the year. I do have a video of the performance, but let's just say I think you would enjoy a photo more. 


 Andrew's reward for enduring enjoying the show...

 And look who showed up in Room #112 one day! Papa Jack spent the day teaching my students, which was great for everyone!
 Running to the library in the rain.
 Making May Day baskets.
Kate got caterpillars for her birthday. We are proud to report that ALL five of them hatched into butterflies. 




 Climbing the neighbor's tree. Which was cute and sweet at first, and then turned into a panicked "how is she going to get down?!" moment. Luckily, Kate zipped right down without a problem. 



 And finally, last night Andrew and I enjoyed some time together while Kate was at a birthday party. First stop: the candy store...
Followed by some climbing at the park,  
 And a trip to the beach.
 Where he enjoyed the water. 
 In his underwear. 
 Which reminded me of this day--->here
After all the excitement during the day, it's easy to fall asleep at night!
HAPPY SPRING EVERYONE!