Moo

Friday was Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-a.

 

If you dress up as a cow you get free chicken. Yup, we all did.  Jackson colored all of the cow headbands for us.

 Cutest cow I have ever seen!

Just another reason we LOVE Chick-fil-a!

I'll See You Later

I had to say goodbye to a great friend this week.

 

 I met Cindy almost 3 years ago when she got a job on my team at school. We were instant friends. I loved working with her. Even more, I loved having a friend who listened to, cared for, and prayed for me.

This move is a God thing and much needed for her family. I am really happy for them, but sad I won't see Cindy everyday at school (maybe I will get more done during planning this year) or be able to hang out with her and her family. Thankfully we have face book and texting to stay connected more easily!

Please No Arguing

Jackson is such a sweet boy. However, he likes to argue with us about everything. His little mouth gets him in big trouble most days. 

 

Every morning, and several times through the day, we say 3 verses. Philippians 2:14 "Do everything without arguing or complaining." Proverbs 16:24 "Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy to the body." Psalm 19:14 "May the words of my mouth and actions be pleasing in Your sight."

 

Well, yesterday he did it. Jackson made it the whole day without arguing or complaining! He had such a servant heart and kind spirit!

 

He is a good big brother. If it comes to Lincoln, Jackson usually is willing to help. It is any other time that we have problems.

 

It was a rainy day, so we headed out to Barnes and Noble. Jackson and I had so much fun. I treated him to a smoothie for being a great helper and listener. He picked out books for me to read to him on the stage, he played trains, and Lego's. We were at B & N for a good 2 hours!

 

Lincoln has a great role model to look up to.



 

We will keep on praying for Jackson's heart and attitude to resemble God's word. It was an encouragement and refreshing to know Jackson can not argue about everything!

On the Go

My boys and their ties after church.

 We ordered pizza and had some friends over to swim Sunday evening.

 

 My friend Lindsey was watching her nephew Cade.  So, on Monday she brought him over and some fun pool toys. The boys had a blast swimming together!

 

We were going to go bowling with Aunt Midge and Aaron on Tuesday, but the bowling alley was too crowded. We went and enjoyed Menchies instead. Jackson had Smurf yogurt, sprinkles, and chocolate candies.

 

Jackson swam with Lilah and Brooke on Wednesday. Lincoln fell asleep so I was able to swim a bit too!

 

Jackson still loves going to the park. We have been going early morning when it is 85 instead of 100 degrees. He likes to make new friends too!

We like having things to do and friends to hang out with!

Fourth of July

We had a fun filled 4th of July!

 

To start with we headed over to our park for a parade, inflatables, and snacks. Jackson had a blast jumping and talking about the canons they were firing.

 

We spent the afternoon swimming and lighting smoke bombs and fire crackers. Jackson was looking forward to buying some fireworks since last year. He likes to run through the smoke.

 

Lincoln seemed to enjoy his first holiday:)

 

We cooked out with Aunt Midge, Kim, Jonathan, and Aaron.

We headed over to watch some big fireworks. We met Cindy and her family there. Jackson said the big fireworks were his favorite. After that we came back home to light off the rest of Jackson's fireworks. 

I am so thankful to live in the USA and for all those who fight for our freedom. I am praying for our nation to turn back to God.

A Love For Reading

Jackson loves books!

 

He likes looking at them, having them read to him, and picking out his own. We have been going to the library once a week for him to pick out new books. (Sometimes we hang around for story time.)

 

Jackson was excited to get his very own library card!

 

Each week we start in a different section of the picture books. Jackson and I read the title and look at the pictures. Then, he decides if he wants the book or not. He either says, "Yes, I want it" and puts it in the stroller or "No, this one looks weird" and puts it back on the shelf.

 

His favorite books so far this summer the Bear series by Karma Wilson and each week we do look for another one of those. So far we have read Bear Snores On, Bear's New Friend, and Bear Wants More.

Hopefully Jackson's love for reading never ends, and I can't wait to hear him read the books to me!

Memorizing Scripture V2:13

James 3:8a “Come near to God and he will come near to you.”

 

 In the busyness of life (this 2 kid business is a bit more work:), I must make time to spend time alone with God in His word, praying, and praising Him. The more I seek Him the more I find Him. I want more of Him.