Monday, June 15, 2015

Lucy's Birthday Party

Back in May our friend Lucy had her 5th birthday.  It was a super cute farm animal party.  The kids had a blast!



This picture cracks me up.  I am not exactly sure what Lincoln is pointing at, but it is something that was pretty funny apparently.








Waiting in line to ride the pony.


Birthday girl.  I didn't get any of her with her cake because we had to leave early.









The birthday cake made by our friend Stacey.  Awesome.


Happy 5th Birthday to Lucy aka Layton's girlfriend.  :-)

Sunday, June 14, 2015

End of School Stuff

I can't believe the school year is over.  It absolutely flew by.  It is such a reminder of the fact that kids just don't stay little long.  Sigh.

Layton completed Pre-K4 this year and had a wonderful year.  He ate up learning and made us laugh at all the things he would come home talking about.  He loved going to school and never once didn't want to go.  His teacher was amazing.  What a huge blessing to have had her.

His school doesn't do an end of the year program.  They just sing a few songs and get a certificate.  Short and sweet.










Hannah had a great year too.  At their awards ceremony she was recognized for Student Council and All A's.  I love that she stepped out of her comfort zone and ran for Student Council.  That was huge and we are so proud of her for that.  She helped her teacher out all the time and we know that she is known for being reliable and responsible.




Lincoln's grade doesn't have an award ceremony, but if it did he should have gotten some kind of award for good behavior because he was a little angel this year.  :-)  I think he got the perfect teacher for him.  She was always so complimentary of him.

The last week of school the kids had their Field Day.  I didn't get to be out with Hannah but did get to watch Lincoln during his.










I love this picture of him walking with his friend Hiroshi.  So cute!



And you can't do an end of the year post without last day of school pictures.














And here is a side by side comparison just for fun.




Next up, a summer full of fun!!!



Friday, June 12, 2015

My Mother.

Mother's Day weekend we all got to be home together to celebrate our mom.  I shared this on Facebook that day, but wanted to include it on my blog because I want to remember it and I want the kids to read it as well.

"Thankful to have gotten to be with my momma today.  I loved the sermon this morning about ways to leave your "footprint of faith" as a mom.  She has been doing this for years.  She is leaving them clearly as she makes notes in her bible that I will treasure one day.  She blesses me and my family daily with her prayers, encouragement, challenges, and I love you's.  And last but not least, she lives her faith everyday.  She is definitely not a Sunday morning Christian.  What an example she is to me.  Love you Mom!!!"

I have such a great example to follow.  I am very grateful for my mom and to God for making her mine.