Water Slide

Dinner with Friends - We went to my friend Lisa's house for dinner and to play on their water slide.  Well, forget dinner, it was all about the water slide.  The boys did a quick time out for a few bites of pizza before going back to the slide.  It was so much fun.  All we heard about on the way home was that we needed one too.  I think we'll just have to visit Lisa and her family more often! 

T-Ball Season 2013

Batter Up - Braden LOVED his 1st season of T-Ball.  He enjoyed making new friends, playing with his buddy Chase and best off, being coached by his daddy.  It was impressive to see his improvement from the 1st practice to the last game.  He (and Daddy) had a lot of fun!

Happy Birthday America

4th of July Celebration - It was a family day on the 4th of July.  We celebrated Reece's birthday with Uncle Brian and GG and then went swimming in the pool.  The night ended with a wonderful fireworks display.  The boys enjoyed it but were ready for bed by the end of the night!

Daddy's Day

Happy Father's Day - We had a nice day with Aaron on Father's Day.  Braden made him a photo board and added some special photos. We all enjoyed the day!

Blastball

Reece plays Blastball - What a wonderful activity through parks and rec.  Reece played blastball this summer and thoroughly enjoyed it.  He played catch and hit the ball.  After hitting, the kids run to first base where the base 'honks' as they jump on it.  He had a lot of fun and got a medal at the end of the season.  Way to Go Reece!

Strawberry Picking

Yummy Strawberries - We took the boys to a local Strawberry Patch.  It was so much fun.  Zach ate any that he picked but the other two did some taste testing of their own.  They were so good.  That afternoon we also made a Strawberry pie which was delicious!!

Parish Picnic

Rooaarr - The boys enjoyed the parish picnic where they jumped with friends in jumpy houses and slides.  They also got their faces painted like Tigers and did some great 'roaring'!

Let the Games Begin

Games - Braden had his 1st game and enjoyed playing with all of his new friends. 

Summer Vacation Part I

Fun with GG and Grampa - The boys and I went out early to spend some time with GG and Grampa.  The fun started with graduation for my cousin John followed by time at the 'Christmas House' in Ohio.  We went non-stop and one day Braden asked to just stay home and relax.  I couldn't believe my ears.  Sluggers and Putters, Baseball Game, Park, Picnic, Zoo, Kick-Ball, Fish Fry....it was all FUN!

Preschool Graduation

Kindergarten is next - Braden graduated from Preschool.  He's so excited to now be ready for Kindergarten.  I hope that this excitement for school continues!!!  We have been blessed to have such wonderful teachers...Mrs Fowler and Mrs Robinson.

 

T-Ball

Baseball Boy - Braden started T-Ball this year and Aaron is coaching.  He's so excited and loving it.  I think Aaron is just as excited.  He stocked up on all the gear and we are set!  This was at his first practice.  Such a cutie!

Swimming Lessons

Little Fish - The boys took some basic swimming lessons.  They loved it and the instructor said they were both just like little fish.  No fear here which is why we did them.  They learned a few strokes but most importantly how to float.  It was a fun time!

Happy Mother's Day

Wonderful Day - The boys and Aaron treated me to a special Mother's Day.  I have a wonderful family and am so thankful for them!

School Picnic

Schools almost out - The boys had a wonderful time at the School Picnic.  They jumped with their friends in jumpy houses and had lots of fun.  It was a nice evening with some of their school friends.

 

Our First Garden

Gardening Success - The boys and I planted a garden this year in the back yard.  It has been a lot of fun preparing the garden, keeping it watered and they harvesting our crops. 

With our first pick of Zucchini, Aaron grilled some for dinner.  When I asked Braden if he was going to eat it, he said "NO".  I said that he needed to eat the vegetables that we were growing and he replied "....next year I'm going to make a fruit garden!"  That is one smart little boy. 

Needless to say, he ate the zucchini and yellow squash and really enjoyed it.  So did Reece and Zachary.  We'll definitely be doing this again next year!

Look Mom No Training Wheels

No More Training Wheels - Braden's training wheels were slowing him down so he let us take them off.  He quickly learned how to ride and we were able to catch one of his early rides with no training wheels.  Nice Job Braden!!

Squawk'n Mamma Hen - Zachary and the boys enjoy watching Mamma Hen lay her eggs and put them back in her.  Lots of laughs with this plush from Hallmark. 

Recycling Truck

Preschool Activity - The preschoolers had the opportunity to see a Recycling Truck up close.  Braden loved this and has always loved Recycling Trucks so this was quite a treat!

Clemson Baseball Boy

Bat and Ball - Zachary loves to run around with his Clemson bat and ball.  Maybe he'll be a Clemson Tiger...that would make mommy happy!

Photographer Reece

Say Cheese - Reece loves to grab my camera and take pictures.  The original was a little further out but when zooming in turned out great.  I think I have a photographer on my hands!  I discover photos on my camera and phone all the time!