Two post by me in one day just may be a miracle! I thought I needed to write about some of the fun things we have been doing this summer & the crazy everyday happenings of my kids. The summer started off with a bang as Justin and I prepared for our anniversary cruise...11 years tomorrow! We had THE BEST time and cannot wait to go again. Although the whole time I was thinking how much the kids would have enjoyed what we were doing, it sure was nice to have a week to ourselves, to reconnect and rejuvenate! They enjoyed getting to spend some time in Killeen with Grannie Jeanne & Pa! One of the highlights for me besides the yummy food, was our snorkeling/kayak trip in Key West, where we saw 5 rays up close and personal and a nurse shark as we sailed away. Atlantis was incredible and the shows on board were amazing each night, my favorite being the magic show. Like I said, I can't wait to go on another one! Maddie and my mom leave on that exact same cruise on August 8th and I wish I could stow away in their luggage!
The kids had a great week at VBS. I taught 1-3 grade music and it seemed as though everyone really enjoyed the music and had fun learning about Jesus. They had a guy come in named Dennis Miller who brought in puppets that the kids loved. Landon cracked up the entire time during his shows in the opening and closing rally. I will have to see if I can order him one of those videos for his birthday coming up in September!
Speaking of birthdays, Madeline had a great one. She is now 6 years old...I can't believe she has now gone to the other hand! :) We went to Dallas and had plans of going to the natatorium there in Allen, but they called an hour before the party saying they were going to have to close due to a gas leak! So we scrambled to come up with plan B. The Hampton Inn had an indoor pool and if we got a room there we could swim there, so that is what we did! Justin's parents ended up staying there and it worked out great. Her friends were still able to come and Aunt Elaine saved the day by letting us have snacks and open presents at her house. Although it was stormy and nasty outside, we had a great time swimming inside! It was a great day. That weekend we enjoyed staying in Kim & Philipp's new apartment, going to a wedding, and 4th of July fun and fireworks with the family. I love fun-filled weekends like that!
Now we are in full swing getting ready for the Loyd/Rossbach wedding! Everything is going to be beautiful and the big day will be here before we know it. 2 weeks and counting....all I know is, I better start practicing my music and speech! :)
I have enjoyed getting to spend time with the kids this summer. They crack me up everyday! Landon is in a phase where he will only wear jeans and he loves to wear this particular jersey/muscle shirt. I couldn't peel it off of him for 3 days!!! But I think I have come to the conclusion that it is not just sleeveless shirts he likes, but shirts with numbers. Maybe it makes him think he is like Troy from high school musical, I don't know!! But it is crazy how obsessed he is with long pants. We have finally come up with a rule that if we are going outside to play he HAS to wear shorts otherwise he would burn up! The kids both LOVE playing Mario bros. Things I frequently hear are "Do your best Landon" and "Pop me Maddie!" as he is shaking away on the control. They love world 1. Maddie likes to stand with her tongue hanging out the side of her mouth...I guess that helps her game! They also love playing outside. Maddie is a whiz on her bike now and they both have put 100+ miles on the gator! They will drive past the mister, which is their car wash and pretend they are getting gas, etc. They love playing together. Last night we had a wedding at our house and they were both dressed up so cute. Madeline said she found her prince!
Well, I guess that is all for now. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
