At the beginning of the month, we were fortunate to be able to attend the promotion ceremony for our neighbor. He is in the Army and was being promoted to a Major. It was wonderful to be a part of this celebration and very patriotic. When we bought this home on this street many years ago, I didn't know it would become a "military street" with lots of military families leasing the homes. Although we haven't enjoyed AT ALL saying good-bye to dear friends when their time here is done, we have grown to really appreciate the sacrifices that military families make. It has been wonderful for our children to see this first hand. Anyway, we were so happy to be with our neighbors for this special event, and we are so proud of all of them for all they have given to keep our country safe and free. I have never met stronger women than military wives.
The next morning, we had another great experience...participating in the Walk for Diabetes at the zoo. Jordan has 2 sweet friends who both have Type 1 Diabetes. These girls are incredible...they don't let anything stop them...and you should see them play softball, basketball and soccer. It amazes me to see how they have adapted to the challenges they have been given. We were so happy to go and celebrate these girls!
We are planning to take this same picture of these kiddos every year until they are too big to fit on the hippo!
Regan enjoyed a day of pampering...she and her friend got manicures and pedicures for this cute gal's birthday.
Jordan had an all district orchestra concert on the same night that Regan had a softball game.
For Activity Days at church, we had a special Moms and Muffins evening. It was fun to spend time together learning more about moms and daughters. I love this assignment to work with the 8-11 year old girls. Ashton will be turning 12, so she will be leaving this great program, while the following week Regan will turn 8 and begin the program (Regan has snuck into a few activities already since I have to be there!)
Cole and I got to go on a special "date" to Chick-Fil-A. They had a special knight themed Mother/Son event. We loved "doubling" with our friends...and my friend and I learned that 5/6 year old boys are interesting dates...they tend to be very hyper and rough and tumble. Nevertheless, one on on time together is always rewarding!
This little guys is growing so fast! He is super opinionated and makes sure his voice is heard! He is not walking yet but is getting close! I have high hopes that he will be a better eater than some family members. We shall see.
I had a very special Mother's Day. My family really spoiled me and made me feel very loved. It is nice to have older children who can "help" dad with the plans. I enjoyed a lovely breakfast and gifts.
My family put together this frame from our fall photo shoot. Love it!
At church, Tod gave a wonderful talk on his own mother and how she has been there for him throughout his life. It was beautiful...if one of my grown sons ever gave a talk like that, I would feel that I had fulfilled my earthly purpose! Truly, Cindy raised an amazing son, and I am blessed to be married to him.
A few days before Mother's Day, I had all 5 children at the store, and we were scrambling to get some cards to send to Grandma Cindy and Grandma Patsy- two amazing women in our lives. Well, when we finally settled on some, we obviously didn't open them until much later. I had a good chuckle...it seemed representative of our crazy lives at this point. We tried!
More of May to share coming soon!
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