Florida Vacation

June 14 - 21, 2009 We had a fabulous week in Florida on vacation. We went to the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, and Blizzard Beach. Macie, our really good friend got to come with us. The kids had a great time all week playing together and meeting their favorite Disney characters. One day we also got to visit with my aunt and uncle in Longboat Key and we had a great time on the pontoon boat and swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. We also visited Gatorland in Orlando where my mother use to work years ago. That was fun too. We had a wonderful week and many memories were made that will last a lifetime.

1st Grade Class Party

June 10, 2009, Wednesday - Today all the 1st graders had their end of year Class Parties. Nathan went to a Preschool Camp at church. Chad and I were able to join Brittany. We had pizza, fruit and pink lemonade. The kids were really excited. After eating, the kids then rotated between 4 craft stations and face painting. I helped the kids with making little wooden bunnies. They all seemed to have a fun time. I can't believe that Brittany's 1st grade year is coming to a close. I remember this time last year at the Kindergarten party & thinking how much she has grown physical and intellectually. Brittany we are so proud of you and how far you have come and how much you have learned this year! We are looking forward to doing some fun things with you this summer. We love you!

Memorial Day Weekend

May 22-25, 2009 - We had a great time at the lake. The kids caught lots of fish, boating to the "ice cream store" was fun, Coast Guard pulling us over, not fun, rides on the raft and swimming were exciting. Happy Memorial Day Weekend.

Zoo Field Trip

The first grade took a trip to the Zoo on Friday, May 22, 2009. This was the first and only trip that parents were allowed to come on. We had perfect weather and lots of chaperons. I am thankful that I only had 2 kids to keep up with. Brittany's favorite animal was the giraffe and there were babies too.
We had a great time!

Warm Weather

May 28, 2009, Thursday - The weather has warmed up and seems to be staying up this week. So, after school we cleaned up the shark slip-n-slide from last year's wear and hooked it up! The kids had such a great time. It is great seeing them having fun.

Awana Awards Night

May 20, 2009, Wednesday - The kids received their award certificates for working in their Awana books all year. They memorized bible verses every week. It is an awesome christian program that we are blessed the kids got to participate in again this year. This was Brittany's 3rd year and Nathan's 2nd year.

Dance Trophy

May 19, 2009, Tuesday - Brittany received her Dance Trophy. Yeah!

Brittany's Dance Recital

May 16, 2009, Saturday - Today Brittany has her 3rd Dance Recital. The theme this year is "Do you Believe in Magic?" She did her ballet routine and then tap. She did awesome! It amazes me how the girls remember all the moves and do so well. Congratulations Brittany on another great year of dance!

Casting Crowns - Pray for Preston

May 14, 2009, Thursday - Casting Crowns prayed for Preston during their concert. So awesome that more people are learning of this precious boy & can join with us in prayer for him. Check out the link!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jM3DMZC_ho&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Enew%2Efacebook%2Ecom%2Fhome%2Ephp%3Fref%3Dlogo&feature=player_embedded

Strawberry Pickin'

May 12, 2009, Tuesday - Today Nathan's preschool (our church) went to the Strawberry Patch. Nathan really listened well and picked only the really red strawberries. They were sure yummy to eat when we got home!

Mother's Day

May 10, 2009, Sunday - Happy Mother's Day all you mother's out there! I hope that you have a wonderful day celebrating all that God has blessed you with.

The kids sang in church this morning and then we headed over to Mom & Dad's for lunch & brought everyone Mom's favorite "Cook-Out Shakes" for dessert. Cameron came home after graduation yesterday and so was able to spend Mother's Day with all of us. He heads out tomorrow for a beach trip. After presents and pictures and fellowship we took the kids next door to the school playground. They had a ball.
Happy Mother's Day Mom Cooper and Mom Secraw. We love you both dearly! God has truly blessed us!

Little Brother's Graduation

May 9, 2009, Saturday - Today my little brother, Cameron is graduating college. Wow! What a great day to be celebrating. He is receiving his Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering from NC State University. We drove over early this morning & helped Mom and Dad finish decorating & setting up for his Picnic Party in the Park. We had yummy chicken and sandwiches & fixin's & root beer floats and cake & ice cream. Cameron opened some presents and cards. A train went right by us & ended up stopping on the track. Nathan liked looking at it. Brittany liked walking Mitzi with Papa in the park. It was a fun party. It was a bright sunny hot day in May. It was at least 90 degrees today. The shade and breeze helped. The graduation ceremony was outside. Very nice ceremony, but very hot. At least it was not raining so to tolerate the heat was OK. They gave us yummy punch and cookies after the ceremony. Enjoy the photos! Congratulations Cameron, Way to Go! You Did It! We are so proud of you! We look forward to what God has in store for you next.

Spring Choir Program

May 3, 2009, Sunday - Today after church we had a lunch in the church fellowship hall and then the Kindergarten - 5th grade choir preformed their Spring Performance - King of the Jungle. Brittany was a lion. She did great! She really enjoys singing and preforming for people. She gets into it. Way to go Brittany! Mom and Dad were able to come and see her too.