weekend fun

hello ocean our dear old friend, it's time we said hello again.

 Saturday took us to our very favorite place....

 I don't know why but when I look at this I get a little teary eyed. Caleb you look so grown up. I can't believe you are almost done with TK and well on your way to kindergarten. I can't believe how much you've grown this year! You amaze us everyday sweet Caleb Lincoln.

 This trip to the beach was the first time Noah could walk everywhere. It was so fun to watch him figure out how to walk on the uneven sand. He found this bucket and was so proud carting it all around. We love watching you explore your world Noah Samuel.

 I love their joy

We spent a little time at Gilroy Gardens Sunday afternoon after church and naps. It was short and sweet. We thought the water oasis was open but it wasn't! Not till May. However they have a new green barn full of nature and books and it is the coolest space. Quotes about art and nature on the walls from famous people and the kids get to study and explore nature. I was seriously about to fall over from excitement about this! They can trade in and earn points and it is all about learning and discovering art in nature. Just one of the many things that makes Gilroy Gardens more than just a park with rides. There is so much nature, history, art, and education all wrapped up in this beautiful park. We can't wait for our family to come with us this summer!!

 Oh Lucas. You gave me the hardest time about your gymnastics class this morning. Sobbing away. But once we got in the car you were fine and today you did so many things by yourself without me. I'm proud of you for trying even though I know you didn't want to and I'm glad you feel safe enough to let those tear drops fall and tell me all that you are feeling. New things are hard, but they are good things that stretch us. And you are definitely getting out of your comfort zone and finding a happy place to learn and grow with me just a safe distance away. I'll always be here for you boys. With arms wide open.

 check out those chunky thighs and little shoes on Noah. I can't even.

 

 I love you boys so much!

Caleb you have grown by leaps and bounds this year in your maturity and knowledge. What a blessing it is to know that letting you take flight in school this year has brought even more blessings than we could have imagined. We were so nervous for you to go to school everyday and now that your year is almost over in TK I just can't believe how amazing you did and are doing. The beauty of letting go and trusting God over this has been huge this year. We are so proud of you sweet boy!

Another sweet weekend of family time, these are the moments I always hold close to my heart. I am so thankful for these sweet boys God has blessed me with.