Summer Time

I wanted to post some pictures that I took this week. The flowers are from our front flower bed. These flowers are so big and pretty, I love them. The birds are over at my in-laws place. They are so amazing to see. I hope you enjoy seeing my pictures of summer.

Father's Day

Today is a great day to honor our Father's. I am blessed to know many wonderful men in my life. First of all I love my own father. He is such an example of humor and kindness. He is very protective of his family and I remember what dedication he had as a father. he never missed a game or an event. He was there when we camped and he was there with us at home. My dad has a great sense of humor. I remember after my parents got hit by a drunk driver 10 years ago that dad walked out of the ER with bandages and stitches, yet he was making jokes. He told me that he had to laugh or he would cry. I am also blessed to have a wonderful father-in-law. He is a great example of faithfulness, dedication and hard work. I have never seen him sit an be idle. He is always working on projects or doing something. Right now he is serving the Lord on a mission. What a great example to our family. Also, my husband is a wonderful father. He plays with my girls and always makes time for them. He plays the PlayStation with them and pushes them on swings. He is so very busy right now, yet he makes time for family. Last, I have to mention my Heaven Father. He is the perfect parent and I know he knows who I am and He loves me. I can hardly imagine his love for me that He sent His Son to die for my sins. I am grateful for the knowledge that I have and the knowledge that I learn everyday. I am truly blessed!

Falls Camp Ground

We left early Thursday to go camping at Falls camp ground. We had a little rain while we were setting up, but it was really quite pleasant. We fished, and caught nothing. We also played games and went for walks. I helped McKayla roast a marshmallow and Ariana had fun exploring. We saw an eagle and a chipmunk. We came home yesterday and unpacked most of our stuff. We learned a few lessons. 1. Always take junk food to roast over the fire. Chad and I are not big marshmallow fans, so we didn't really roast much. Although, if you take an apple and roast it, it is really good. We needed some brown sugar and cinnamon for it and it would have been wonderful. 2. Our whole family can no longer fit into the double sleeping bag. McKayla needs her own space. 3. Take a broom, it comes in handy. 4. Go often! We haven't been camping as much as we should the last few years and this little trip we a great reminder of how much we love it.

Baseball

McKayla had a better day at baseball. She really asserted herself and told some of her team mates that she wanted the ball. I hope we will find balance. She skipped, hoped, and, danced her way to the bases. I love t-ball! Ariana loves going and watching. She wants to play so bad. It is so great to see how close my children are. They truly love one another and love to be around one another. I am so grateful!

Choices

My oldest is playing tball right now. I have a new decision to make. I have spent the last 4 years teaching this child to say please, thank you, and allow others to go before her. I'm big on manners. I must say that sometimes she remembers to use those manners. Okay, she really is a polite and nice child. Now we are playing tball. Yesterday the ball would come to her, and another team mate would steal the ball from her. She is not as fast or as aggressive as others. So, do I teach her to stand her ground and fight for the ball or walk away and try to forget it? She was so frustrated yesterday that she started to cry. I tried to tell her last night to tell her coach that she was frustrated and ask for help. Again, I don't want to her to tattle, but I don't want her to be a door mat. On the other hand that girl is tough. She got hit in the chest with the ball yesterday. I heard the sound from the impact, but she didn't cry. I tried to give her a hug, but she told me that she didn't need one. I replied that I needed one, so she gave me one to make me feel better.

The Early Bird

I used to be an early riser. I fact I used to get up at 6:00am everyday. People informed me that this is great because kids never sleep in. however, my last little girl has changed this. McKayla will come in about 7 or 7:30 and want to snuggle for awhile. Then she will watch a movie until about 8:30. Then she will tell me she wants breakfast. Ariana will sleep for a long time. She normally goes to bed at 10:00 and sleeps until 9 or so. What a great excuse to simply lie in bed. However, I am finding that I don't get a lot done. So, today I decided to get up at 5:30 and try to get things done before my two beautiful girls needed me. McKayla has a t-ball game at 8:00, so that helps. I am finding I adore the piece and quiet of the early morning. I love the feeling of the world coming awake. I will probably not be feeling this peaceful at about 1:00pm today, but for now life is good.

Digital

No, I'm not talking about tv. I'm talking about developing digital pictures. I put this on my facebook and a few people responded, but I thought I would post it here. I normally use Sam's and they are great. However, last time their site had a glitch and I couldn't use any credit card. So I tried a different site and the quality wasn't as good. So, all of you out in blog land: Where do you develop your digital pictures, what is the price, and what is the quality?