Fun at the Lake

On Sunday, Grandma's family had a reunion at Kerr Lake. We all had a blast. Coming from a beach girl I must admitt the lake was nice. The children enjoyed the water, their first boat ride (sorry granddaddy - I always thought you would do this but the opportunity arose and we couldn't pass it up!), her first wave runner experience and a fun filled day. All smiles as they boarded the boat.

We weren't sure we wanted her in the lake... but as you can see there was not stopping our fish!

He took about an hour on the dock before he decided to swim with daddy and big sister. That's my boy - always cautious!

Once in, he loved it too!

Look at her! She was loving it! Daddy even let her drive!

Hopefully it won't be 10 years before there's another get reunion!!!

Uncle John

Today we got to see one of our favorite musicians live! He played at a local, community theater (NRCAT). He plays the cutest, child friendly songs! Daddy and the children "discovered" him a few weeks back and we have listened to his CDs many, many times making today extra special. They enjoyed being on stage with boom sticks and Uncle John.

We all enjoyed the show but he especially did. Singing, clapping and ...

flashing that awesome smile the entire time! Thanks Uncle John.

He's coming back June 6th if you are interested.

Summer is Here!

On Tuesday, our neighborhood's swim team began practice. Yes, it was very chilly but no one really minded! She did so well last year, I can hardly wait to see how far she goes this season! He was a bit unsure... maybe because mommy wouldn't get in!

So happy they even posed for a shot together without bribes!

Our little fish was so fast I couldn't get a shot of her in the water showing her whole body!

So you now you know where we will be every afternoon until mid-July. Go Dolphins!!

Morning Surprise!

She woke up to a big surprise this morning... her very first loose tooth!! I can hardly believe she is old enough to have a loose tooth. The neatest part is it is the very first one she got at 3 months old!

She is super happy... can you tell?

Making Dreams Come True

For almost 2 years, she has prayed for a baby sister and princess room. Well, mom and dad are pleased to say that with God's help, we were able to make these wishes come true.
Our third floor is finished (in just 7 weeks!), she has a beautiful princess room and a sweet baby sister is coming in July! We have taken a week to move things upstairs slowly... then came THE princess bed on Saturday morning. She (and brother too!) was beside herself at its sight. I think she had forgotten how precious is was! Just as we (or should I say daddy) was hanging the last curtains and canopy ( a must on her list!) a storm blew threw and we lost power for 2 1/2 hours. This didn't seem to bother her at all. She got in bed with her flashlight and fell right to sleep. She never awoke or called us to come. She woke up like normal and came on down to our room. What a champ!!!

Our true princess!

My dreams came true today as well... being treated like a queen on Mother's Day. Children are a gift from God and I am so very thankful for mine... their daddy too!

Pullen Park

On Sunday, daddy and daughter had some fun together at Pullen Park. The outing included a nice casual boat ride...

her first paddle boat experience... ( I didn't include the huge water snake they saw!)

and a nice train ride.