Zoo trip #3 of 2013

We got to go the zoo again today, and as always, had so much fun! The boys got new sweatshirts because I was a bad mommy and forgot their jackets. The wind was like 20 mph and a little chilly to start off the day, so they got a special treat because of momma's error! :)
They got to see the alligator up close today which they were very excited about. And they all had fun brushing the goats and taking another trip on the log ride. We have all decided that is our favorite ride to go on, it is so relaxing and a fun way to take a little break and enjoy some pretty scenery! :)
After the zoo we headed to Chik fil let for lunch, per Zaya's request. They are so good and had a blast meeting new kids and playing in the play area.
We decided to head over to Menard's to look at a few things and we ended up coming home with a new water feature for our landscaping. It is a combo gift for mothers day and our anniversary, I absolutely love it! :)
We got home and Lill laid down for a nap and the boys watched Alvin and the Chipmunks. Shane mowed and put together my water feature. I did laundry and went for a nice long run. The boys played with their new water guns and I had fun watching them from the patio while listening to the sound of running water! :)
Then off to see Bryan, Erixa, and Lex. We had supper with them and enjoyed spending time with their sweet family and going on a quick adventure in the pasture and woods. Headed home to get the garden tilled and planted. Got everyone bathed and ready for bed all by 9:30. This was a jam packed day, but I loved every minute of it! I love our family and although not every minute is peaches and cream, I wouldn't change one little thing! :)

Braid

It was a braid kinda day! :) I got lots of compliments(it looked less messy at the beginning of the day :)), I'm thinking I should start attempting to style my hair more often! :)

A day to mark in history

You know when something rare happens, one might say, "mark that one down!?" Well, yesterday, on a Sunday morning, our little family of 5 got ready for church in a half hour!!!! Everyone had slept in unintentionally and we had a decision to make... church or no church? We chose church pretty easily, but not without me warning everyone that they'd better put a little hustle in their bustle! :) I just love our church family and I am happy we were able to go worship with them today despite our extra hurriedness prior to getting there! :)

2013 Soccer

My cutie boys on opening day for soccer! I love their sweet smiles and their (sometimes) love for each other! :) 

Beautiful Day

So I have decided that I am pretty much the worst blogger ever! Earlier I had promised pictures from 2012, I think I better just skip that and stick with the current year and the current events of my life! :)
Today, Isaiah and Peyton had their first soccer games of the season. This year they are playing at the PAL through the YMCA. Both of their games were at 11am so we had to split our time and go back and forth between fields. Zaya is on the 3 and 4 year old team, they are the Comets and they are royal blue. Peyton is on the 5 and 6 year old team and his team is called Mercury and their color is red. Of course, the boys look absolutely adorable in their little t-shirts running around with their teammates. Zaya was pretty timid today, but at least he ran close to the ball the whole game! :) Peyton was aggressive and did a great job going after the ball and having a positive attitude. I especially loved that when he was on the bench, he was happy to be cheering his team on. The boys had the biggest cheering section out of everyone, I think... Uncle Bryan, Aunt Erica, Alexis, Uncle Chad, Aunt Chanda, JoJo, Hadley, Aunt Kate, Tyler, and Grandpa were all there to cheer them on. We are so fortunate to have so many people who love our children and help give them the support and love they need as they go through their sweet little lives! :) I look forward to watching many more games that the boys(and maybe Lily) play! :)
 After their games, we went home and had a picnic lunch, as it was an absolute perfectly gorgeous day out! Shane worked 2nd shift this afternoon, so Kate and Ty and Mom came with the kids and I to the zoo. We had so much fun. I was so proud of the boys behavior while there, but Lily on the otherhand, was having a bit of meltdown towards the end. She only slept for about 20 minutes in the van on the way up to the zoo and she clearly was in need of some time to get her energy back. Despite that, I had a wonderful time with everyone!
 I am loving this warmer weather... Today it was 70, wooooohoooo!!! I would totally take more days like these!! :) Thank you Jesus for my awesome family and all that you have blessed me with!

Remember banana clips?!

So my co-worker, Jenny, has been wearing these the last couple of months and she is convinced she is going to "bring them back!" The other day she brought me one and had a "vision" for what my hair would look like with one in, and this is what she came up with! Cute, huh?! 

Cousin' lovin', take 2 this week!

I am convinced Lily is annoyed with everyone saying "cheese" so loudly upon taking a picture. We are going to try some different methods and hope to get some pics where she looks somewhat happy! :)