Whew! What a month!

So,  I just got my computer back after it got a virus (apparently iMac's CAN get those!) so hopefully I can get everything halfway up to date before our upcoming beach trips which will be hundreds of pictures I am sure!

I honestly can't believe that it is June and Ben is almost 8 months. Time truly flies. Especially when you have two littles that keep you busy all day every day. I wouldn't trade it for the world!

Saturday morning worm catching.

Sunday afternoon trip to Sam's. Seriously, he has Leon's phone propped on his glasses watching something. At one point, he had a sample of popcorn to go along with his movie. 

Next we made a stop at Pet Smart which is kinda like a small, free zoo in the eyes of a 4 year old. 

I don't even mind working occasionally when I get to see this face on my lunch break :)

I walked in to this. And, I was not ready. He, however, was very proud. We had to move the bed down after that. 

First tball practice

  

Zoo trip! Full post later…at some point…hopefully :)

Mother's Day boat ride

They could do this every single day.

FUMC preschool program. Can't believe he has been in preschool a year already. He has grown so much in so many ways.  Such a bright little boy with a big future!

First tball game. He is adorable. I'm not sure he loves it or not yet but I think it is a good experience for him. He has to learn there are other people in the world and he sometimes doesn't get the ball EVERY time. He has a tendency to give up on something he immediately isn't the BEST at (absolutely NO idea where he gets that) which is part of why I'd like for him to play. I'll never be the mom screaming at my kids (or any kids) but I just want him to play and have fun, win or lose (even though in tball no one technically loses!)

A little rainy Saturday duet with a stage made out of pillows…and one shoe?

He has spent DAYS trying to concoct "webs" like that he can put in a "web shooter" that he is planning on making after he gets the formula just right. I caught him mixing together anything sticky he could find in the house..glue, shampoo, soap. Later he added another soap and the next morning he added some mud and some sunscreen. And this cup of "webs" can not be thrown away. Very serious stuff  :) Abby knocked the cup over and in his prayer that night he said "and thank you God for letting me make webs today and please let me make webs again tomorrow because Abby spilled them" How could I tell him he couldn't remake them the next day??

Summertime!!

This kid LOVES broccoli. I am amazed at what he will eat. Literally anything. 

Our first watermelon of the summer. And, oh  my, it was awesome! And, so is that watermelon slicer!

GLOW kids kickoff party. The kids had a blast even though it was a little cold. 

Ben couldn't take his eyes off of the big kids..

This summer we have swim lessons, 2 family beach trips, leon's work trip, VBS, church day trips, and SO much more. I'm very excited about spending so much time with the two little boys who have my heart.

Easter 2014

I love Easter. It is probably my most favorite holiday.  First and foremost, The Easter Story. I never get tired of hearing the story of Jesus. I am so blessed to take part in the season of Lent, even though I grew up in a Baptist church and have only taken part the last 4 years. It really is a season to prepare for Easter. Lent isn't as much about giving up something, but about focusing on God. As much as Jesus has given up for me, it is hard to complain about giving up something so small like eating out or candy or coke or whatever, even though I usually do complain a little :) And, it is amazing how God works each year to bring to life something more from the story. This year, I've spent a lot of time reading and learning about the life of Jesus AFTER the resurrection and what he asks of us. Some years have been more focused on the week leading up to the cross and some about the resurrection. I feel like I've gained something each year throughout Lent, and it is amazing how it all works together. I have been reading a blog "She Reads Truth" lately and I highly recommend. If you sign up for email, it will send you a little devotional every day. It doesn't take long to do, but it truly helps me focus on the day.

I also love that Easter is a time to spend with family. It isn't as stressful as Christmas. Maybe because the kids can run outside or maybe because we don't have a billion gifts or maybe because I brought boxed cupcakes or because I don't have to be at 5 places in 2 days. Either way, it  is wonderful day to spend with the ones I love. And, a day to take a bunch of pictures….

City Park Egg Hunt

Yep, we wear snowman jammies on Easter around here.

Making resurrection rolls

These were such a cool idea for his age and they were pretty good BUT ours did not turn out quite so pretty. In fact, only 2 actually worked. The others opened up and made a mess. Or as Bishop said "Jesus melted" But he liked them and the next day asked if we could make "those Jesus things" again. Maybe we will try again next year with a homemade dough instead of the canned crescents.

Dying eggs with daddy

Our traditional, yet terrible and bright, family photo.

Last years terrible photo…a lot can change in a year!

Easter at my moms

Sweet Allie Kate

AK did not want her picture made! At all!

And, this kid is getting way to big for me to handle.