Lately's....

Memorial Day weekend fun at my Sister's....

...Engagement pictures ....

...Maternity Pictures....

...And, really enjoying my new camera.  If you couldn't tell.

Show me the way I should go, for to You I lift up my soul.

Psalm 143:8

Soccer Mom.

It's hard to believe I have a child old enough to start a sports class.

I was a little hesitant, considering he's only 3 years old, but this class is specifically designed for 3-4 year olds and I thought following instructions + a little physical activity would be good for him.  It is a 6 week sports program, covering soccer, basketball, and baseball.

At risk of sounding like an annoying proud parent, this boys is fast.  He clearly gets his speed from his Daddy!

He did really good overall, kept up with the upper-4's, and of course made his Mama so proud.

Have a great Memorial Day weekend...
It will be a busy one for us...
hanging out with family + friends
taking pictures for 2 different couples
laughing around the campfire
going through an entire bottle of bug spray
giving daily baths to my boys
and most importantly, avoiding snakes.

Dirty outfits + dirty faces... it's officially summer.

What about you... any plans?

Sensory fun.

I'm always on the hunt for fun things to do with my boys.  It drives me a little crazy to not have a small "plan" each day... a few activities we'll do or a few places we'll go.  Of course we have our down time as well when the boys play on their own, but I like a little bit of structure in our days.

None of these ideas are original or my own, but a few weeks back Jaxon helped me dye some rice and once it dried they were able to play with it.  The fun colors made me happy (what can I say... I'm a visual gal) and it kept both boys occupied for over an hour... total win win situation.

A couple days ago, Jaxon helped me pour water and make water balls.  They are supposed to be used for watering plants and decoration, but also super fun to play with and a great sensory activity.

I told him, "when you wake up, these balls will be bigger and then we can play with them!"

Lots of fun, but I have to say... It continues to take me off guard when Jaxon says to me (and complete strangers),

"Mommy, my balls got big!"

Always takes me a few seconds to realize what he's talking about.

Wordless Wednesday :: BFF's

Hello Monday.

hello beautiful weather today, i could get used to you.  70's, cold breeze, sunny.

hello $260 worth of clothes from Gap for $42.  Mama loves clearance!

hello returning home from Iowa for the past 4 days... love getting out of town.

jax has been begging to see cooper lately and i enjoy any chance i get for some R&R.

tyler's grandma was also there and i love being with her!  she's a wealth of knowledge and FUN.

hello my best friend leaving for sierra leone tomorrow... going to be praying for her nonstop!

hello another fun weekend coming up... headed to Iowa again, but this time to my Sisters!!!!!

i also have 2 photo shoots scheduled while i'm there.  eeeeck!

hello amazing blessing & provision from the Lord... a new-to-me canon 5D. 

now i need to learn how to use it :)

hello awesome giveaway from meg at whatever!  i want SO bad!

hello jaxon starting his summer sports program this week... how is my baby so big already?!

hello dream house in our price range... but wrong timing.  :( 

have a great week!