Spring Activities

The year continues to fly by so quickly!  We have been busy with so many activities - sports, school, piano, church, family, and more.  

Ethan celebrated his First Communion in April at St. John's Lutheran Church.  We are so proud of him for taking this big step in his life!

Ethan's First Communion banner.  He was to make a banner representing important spiritual meaning for him  - no surprise he focused on love, peace, and life.  (and a big thank you to Grammy for cutting out the pieces!)

In April we went to our first non-spring training Cardinals game.  First of many this summer!

In May, Olivia's school had an art show showcasing all art students' work through the year.  

Yes, we now have a complete drum set.  Ethan plans to start lessons in the fall.

Olivia was awarded Straight A Honor Roll status at her school's Honors Night.  For a girl who was terrified of middle school back in August (the locker combination, the increased homework, the changing of classrooms, etc), I believe that she has proven to herself that she can, in fact, handle the gifted program in her middle school!  We are so proud of her!

Olivia and friends getting ready for the school spring formal.

Ethan continues with his soccer career on the Sharks.  He does an excellent job as a fullback.

Olivia watching Ethan at his soccer game - yes, it was this cold!  The wind at the fields are always insane.

Olivia's scholastic bowl varsity team won state and were recognized at the school board meeting.  This is the first time that her school has ever won state in this competition.  (Olivia was on the JV team as a 6th grader).

Ethan playing summer baseball on the Stealers team.  This year begins kid-pitch games (as opposed to coach pitch), and they can be a bit difficult to watch.  Lots of walks and getting hit by pitches - but we do see improvement being made throughout the season!

Sliding seems to be a favorite of all the players.  Ethan will slide regardless of how close the ball is to his base.  He always has to take off his shoes and socks outside and shake them out before they are allowed into the house!

In May both kids participated in their piano recital and did a great job!

Pool time at grandma and grandpa's house, and this year they bought a fire pit for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows!

Yes, Olivia walks our cat Rogue.  If Rogue had her way, she would be an outdoor cat, but since she has no front claws, she would not last very long.