Harper Says

A couple of weeks ago, I told Josh I wanted to get a bike b/c he and Harper always went to ride them and I wanted to join in the fun.  So we loaded up the kids and after looking 3 places, we found the perfect one.

The next day, Harper and I rode bikes a nap time. A woman was walking the neighborhood and said "Wow, you ride your bike really well" (to Harper)
Harper: Thanks, it's my moms first day!
(beaming with pride -- for her mom!)

She makes me laugh.
Below is a few weeks later when we decided the boys needed to join us for a ride!

The Mall Carnival

We drive by the mall everyday going to school/work.

Harper had been begging to go to the Carnival, so on Friday, I loaded the kids and Josh met us there.

It was the boys first real adventure in riding rides...Gatlin was not a fan.

Harper LOVES rides

Houston seemed to enjoy himself

(harper's head) 

Bossy even made an appearance on the Carousel!

4th of July

This year, we had a low key 4th of july with some friends, the pool, and the boat. 

The fireworks were rained out...but I didn't mind b/c it was a school night.

Harper and Josh enjoyed them on the boat the day before!

We kicked off the long weekend with Red, White, and Blue day at school.

They made cakes in each class

Gatlin in Red and Houston in Blue 

After school, the boys got a haircut and everyone enjoyed the cake from their class!

On the 4th, we celebrated with some Mexican - go America! ha.

Memaw and Boppy met us there. 

(William Wayne and Houston Wayne)

Later, we spent time at the pool and our friends, the Hicklens joined us!

We ended with a movie in the basement! 

Fireworks from the Boat 

Tubing!

Red & Blue Reading! 

Family Photos - 2016

Several weeks back, we took family photos with Readylight Media as a going away present for Eli and a chance to capture our family in this stage of life.  The boys weren't really cooperating, so sippy cups and suckers to save the day! Hey, this is real life.  Harper, of course, was the perfect little diva for the camera.  The camera loves her and she loves it! :) 

First few weeks of summer school

The boys started at the beginning of "summer" school this year. It is a lighter curriculum and has some fun dress up themes all summer long. This was the perfect time to help ease them into this transition.

Crazy Hair Day (Houston did not want to take a picture)

Harper and her Crazy Hair!

Gatlin in class (I love being able to watch through the door)

Sweet Gatlin at his table (sent by his teachers)

Houston and the ladies :)

The boys just playing 

I got a call b/c Houston might need sticthes and they needed me to check it out. 

While I got/waited on several opinions, we decided to see a Dr. to glue him up!

Gatlin cuddling on me while i make decisions for Houston's eye.

This cute picture was sent by his teachers.

Houston and his cups!

Hat Day! (houston was home sick)

In the first few weeks, I was often carrying Houston (that is why he is not always pictured)

The boys playing on Sports Team day. Go Colombia!

Harper after her swim lesson - ready for sports day!

Overall, we are so pleased with the transition. From getting everyone out of the house together, getting to school (work) on time and having a blast!