Summer Fun

We have been having a lot of fun this summer by staying cool in many pools! The kids love to play in the pool and Carter is now swimming without floaties. He still wears them a lot, but we always take time to have some "floatie free" swimming. He did great in his swim lessons this session and Campbell has even picked up on it too. She likes to flip backwards and swim! I love my 2 little fish!

Happy 4th!

We had a very low key 4th of July. The weather was a tad cooler so we took the kids to the park. We grilled out and enjoyed family time.

Happy Birthday Madi

Birthday Girl

Bubbles for a hot day.

Playing outside.

Last weekend we went to Tuscaloosa to celebrate my niece's 2nd birthday! It was HOT but so much fun. The kids enjoyed playing outside and playing with their cousin Madi. The Minnie Mouse cake was yummy! Thanks for a great weekend guys. Happy 2 years Madison!

Silence for Cohen

What: Moment of Silence for Cohen

When: Thursday July 1st from midnight to 11:59 pm.

How: Bloggers participating will post the Cohen banner or simply post Cohen’s name in large letters on their blog.

Why: July 1st Megan and Brent will be holding Cohen’s memorial service. The moment of silence is an opportunity for Megan’s blog community to stand behind her and support her on this difficult day. Linking up will give Megan a chance to see the support at a glance.

Participating bloggers can Link Up on July 1st at Send Love To Cohen. Will you join me and help spread the word?

Orange Beach

Last day of school/last day of music

Last Thursday was Carter's last day of school! They had an ice cream party and were all very excited! I can't believe it is the start of summer break! We are looking forward to a fun summer being in our new house!

Carter with Ms. Dyanna -

Carter said he had something in his eye so these are funny pictures.
Carter with Ms. Carol

Last Tuesday was Campbell's last day of music! She loves music! Every time we pull in to the parking lot she gets so excited about her music days! Here is an attempt at a group picture - not an easy task!

Campbell's teacher Ms. Anna

Campbell and Ms. Anna

4 year stats

Carter had his 4 year old well visit today. He did great other than the shots - he got 4 and screamed like I have never heard before. He was screaming before he even saw the shots! Thankfully he is done with well shots until he is 11! I didn't have the guts to tell him he will be getting a flu shot every year! He is one healthy little boy. His height was 3'7" putting him in the 95th% and his weight was 39lbs. putting him in the 70th%. He is going to outgrow me before too long.

What we've been up to

What a busy month! When the weather has cooperated, Carter has gotten to play baseball! His last game, he even got the game ball to which he slept with for a week!
Carter has also been taking swim lessons. He was not sure about them but by the looks of his face below, he really started enjoying them. Or maybe it was the fact that he became pals with the only other little boy in there named Conrad. I hope we can spend lots of time at the pool this summer relaxing and having fun.

And if baseball and swim lessons haven't been enough we sold our house and bought this house! Actually our house is under contract and this new house we put a contract on! All before the April 30th deadline! Whew! We close at the end of May and we are so excited to start the next adventure of our lives in a much bigger house. This neighborhood has 5 community pools and a golf course so I don't think we will be too bored this summer. This house is only 1.5 years old and needs lots of personal touches so I can't wait to get started. The cool thing about this house, they both went to Auburn and the girl that lives there was an AOPi too! I don't think I could have asked for a more clear sign! After we get settled we plan on having a party to celebrate our new house and the end of a long house selling journey!

Brandon and I celebrated our 7 year anniversary, Brandon had a birthday and his grandad celebrated his 90th birthday! April is busy for us. We welcome May! Off to start packing!

Carter is 4

On Saturday Carter turned 4! We had his birthday at our neighborhood park. The weather was perfect and everyone seemed to have a really good time. Carter enjoyed having all his friends over to play. Wow, 4 years! How the time flies! What a joy it is for me to be his mommy - most days :o)

Party favors
Ella walking

Joshua on the slide

All the kids

Carter, Jacob, Nathan, and Joshua

Ella, Madi, Sarah Grace, and Campbell

Madi blowing bubbles

Campbell, Carter, and Madi

Campbell

Carter and his good friend Joshua

The girls loved the bubbles

The boys loved playing ball

La Parrilla for dinner!

Not too happy about the hat

Easter

This was as good as I could get for an Easter picture. When 1 would cooperate, the other wouldn't. At least I have a picture! We had a nice Easter. After church we went out for brunch instead of cooking at home! I think I found my new Easter tradition. It was great not having to rush around to get to church, pictures, cook and clean. The weather was beautiful! The kids have been on a sugar high since our neighborhood egg hunt on Saturday! It is spring break this week and Carter's 4th birthday on Saturday so it is going to be busy! Finally the weather is nice but it sure is heating up eary!