September 2013

Football and Soccer

Jackson chose to take a break from soccer and try football. He found out it was a whole lot like work and wanted to quit after the first two weeks. He decided to stick it out and play the whole season.

Adam played soccer again on another team. Since Coach Todd decided to stop coaching he was put on a new team with a new coach. There were a few familiar faces on this team though.

Sarah's Fourth Birthday

Someone told me about a pumpkin patch in Gibsonville. It sounded like fun so I called to see if we could have Sarah's birthday there. I'm so glad I called because we had a lot of fun! It was a little chillier than I would have liked and a lot windier, but as the day wore on, the weather got a little better. Ivey remembers the balloons flying away. We had Chick-fil-a for lunch and pumpkin Rice Krispie treats for dessert.

 Sarah heading to her party with her basket of pumpkins.

 Sarah, Adam, and Jackson rode the tricycles around the hay.

 Grandma and Papa Jack chilling on a rock.

 Playing in the corn pit.

 Presents!

 Presents for Ivey too!

 Climbing on the hay.

 Everyone rode the cow train!

 We all went on a hay ride and learned about all the things that grow on this farm. They had more than just pumpkins!

 I'm not sure who liked the corn pits more- Kevin or the kids.

 Going for a ride Papa Jack?

Soccer Practice

You never know when you may need the rain boots and umbrella. They went everywhere with us- rain or shine!

August 2014

Edenton, NC

 Thanks again to Mom and Daddy, Kevin and I were able to get away for a couple of days. We went to Edenton, the oldest town in NC. It was the first capital of NC. We went on a walking tour and saw a lot of the older buildings and homes. It is right on the Albemarle Sound so we took lots of walks along the water for the cool breeze.

 The original court house.

 Roanoke River Lighthouse

Visit to the Beach

A visit to see Grandma and Papa Jack always means a visit to the beach as well. We had fun times on the beach and in the boat. I've never been stuck in a down pour on a boat before. I can't say it was fun but it was an adventure and something to remember! Kevin, Papa Jack, and the boys left me and Sarah on an island while they went fishing off the boat. The sky started looking a little dark and the wind picked up. The other people on the island started taking shelter. One guy even mentioned my being stranded out there. I told him not to worry that my father-in-law takes storms near the water very seriously and would be there to get me anytime. About ten minutes before it started raining, the boys were back, the umbrella, sand toys, and stuff was loaded, and we were headed back to the boat ramp. Unfortunately not soon enough. It was pouring, thundering, and lightning all around us. Everything was soaked and the kids were a little freaked out, but we made it back safe and sound!

 

 

Jackson threw the throw net and caught a crab!

 

 Sitting on one of the boat docks in Morehead City.

 There was a cute little park under this bridge in Swasnboro. Just walking under the bridge with cars riding over your head was fun enough!

First Day of School

Sarah started at a new school this year. She is in the preschool program at Burlington Christian Academy. Her first day of school was about a week earlier than the boy's. Jackson is now in the fifth grade and Adam in the first grade at Smith Elementary School.

 Sarah's first day. Her teacher is Mrs. Suzanne. She is in the Shining Stars K3 class.

 Adam's first day. He has Mrs. Campbell.

 Jackson's first day. He has Mrs. Porterfield for homeroom and Mrs. Sharpe for math, and Mrs. Mize for science.

 Adam sitting at his desk.

 Jackson is a safety patrol this year. He arrives at school early every morning and helps open car doors. He also assists at dismissal, too.

Kevin's Birthday

We went to the lake to celebrate Kevin's, Philip's and Val's birthdays.

 Ivey looking cute.

 Julia's not sure about all these people.

 Licking the icing from the candles.

 Cousins!!!!

Can't go to the lake without some swimming and some fishing!

September 2012

Sarah's 3rd Birthday

Sarah got a bike for her birthday. There is even a basket so she can take her babies for a ride, too. (I did not find any other pictures for Sarah's birthday??? Either we didn't celebrate (ha!) or we must have forgotten the camera.

Cuboree Scout Camp

 Adam trying a little knot tying. He's not an official scout yet but gets to tag along with Jackson and Kevin.

 Jackson doing chin ups. He did the most (11) of any other scout there!

 Waiting for the rain to end.

Soccer Season Begins

 Jackson began playing travel soccer. It's a year-long soccer program where he will be expected to play at a higher level. We will also be "traveling" no more than an hour away for some games.