Cole's Graduation

Ok, so I used to think it was silly for a pre-kindergardener to have a graduation. I used to think it was quite silly. Until yesterday when my little man walked down the aisle with the friends he has been going to preschool with for the past 3 years. He was so proud, sang so well, it was such a joy to see. The class came out and sang a bunch of songs they had been working on all year. About 15 minutes worth. There was a slideshow. An interview recap where Sue, the director, had interviewed all the students individually to see how they were handling the big jump to kindergarden. Some of the things Cole had said were: 'when we do our work, my feet want to get up and play' 'I'll miss going to the same school as my brother Jackson' and 'I would like to be a singer when I grow up. I'm a good singer and I'd do a show with my dad and his brothers.' I think he can make any dream come true! Then they did the little graduation ceremony, we took pictures and ate some food. I am just so proud of my first child. He started St. Ignatious Preschool back when he was 2.5 years old. Nic didn't want me to put him into a MDO program, but i was ready and I know he was ready. Jackson was a little baby. We've all come a long way. And now 3 years later he is moving on to kindergarden. I love you Cole! You make a mama proud!

Random May Pics

We had a bunch of pictures we wanted to share with ya''ll. First up, we recently got a trampoline from our neighbor. These pictures were the first time it was used. Luckily we had all the cousins over to enjoy it with us!! Can't wait for more summer jumping fun!!



GG and Pops visited us again and we had so much fun with them. I have been a slacker with bringing my camera to the special stuff that we do, but I did get this shot when we were making shoes in the back yard. GG helped all the grandkids decorate a pair of their shoes and the kids loved it! Jackson always wants to wear his!

About a week ago we woke up to two deer in the back yard. They had to either have jumped our fence from the forest in the back, or they wandered in the gate from the street. Either way, somehow they got out about an hour later. Funny animals. They were beautiful!




I love having our garden! We planted strawberries 4 years ago and they have been the BEST and most fun! We literally now don't have to do anything to sustain them, they just grow like crazy. We've gotten 3 times this amount already and they are still growing strong. :) Love it! We also planted cantalope, bell peppers, tomatoes and sugar snap peas. I hope to share more pictures of the whole thing later.



I will have some maternity pictures to share later on this week. Probably after the weekend. Little man is growing strong. He is super active (would I have expected anything less??!!) and makes my whole entire belly move about like crazy. it is actually funny. He is so sweet and while I am in no hurry for the sleepless nights, I am excited to meet him and see what he looks like and snuggle him. We can't wait for him to join our family. We are either naming him Caden or Blake. Feel free to cast your vote. We hope to decide soon. :)

Hope everyone has a great week!

Belly Beautiful!

It's so fun to celebrate the pregnancies of Christy and Mandy. We had a rather rainy, but enjoyable time at Mandy's shower and I have to say she is a belly beautiful mama! I love it! Christy's idea to tie dye the onsies and crib sheet was perfect. Everything turned out so beautifully. Sometimes it's nice to just be the sisters and mom. We missed you Becky, but totally understand the schedule conflict. Thanks girls for making Mandy feel so special!

Mandy-girl, you'll have to post your shower photos. Mine didn't copy over. boo!

Puddle fun!

Meredith and Grant had a great time in the rain today! She sent me these photos and videos and I thought I'd pass them on to you. SO FUN!

Random cousin posts...

I was just cleaning off my camera and found these cousin photos. Aren't we so lucky to have kids who love each other and want to spend time together.

Love my girl!

Seriously, do they get any more beautiful than this?



Isa donated her hair to locks of love a few weeks back, but before I would let her do that, I asked Christy to take some photos of her beautiful hair. She is such a cutie and her photos really turned out great! Thanks for taking the time to make us a memory Christy!





before, during and after shots. May I just say that I am truly blessed. Not only is Isabelle beautiful on the outside, but her heart is made of gold. She has her girl moments, don't get me wrong, but she is the most loving and compassionate person. Her heart is full of love and creativity! I am so thankful to be her mom!

Cole's the Super Star!

In preschool last week, Cole was the super star. He got to be interviewed and bring pictures of his family and bring his favorite thing. He brought Bobby the bear. :) I thought ya'll would like to see this pic of the poster his teachers made for him.




Not sure if you can read it... but in one section he says that he "loves to go to chucky cheese and to Target with mommy, but she never gets me toys". Haha. I am so mean! :) Silly kid. I am so proud of him!!