It has flown by incredibly fast, but the kids are happy that summer break is here; the last couple of weeks you could tell they were almost just going through the motions, preparing for the final push. But this last week has been all about celebrating and having fun, and deservedly so. They have all done well in their respective grades and classes, and we are so proud of them and their scholastic accomplishments! They are now ready to enter grades 2 and 5!
But first, summer break!
Traditional first day vs. last day photos with our teachers. Brae and Mrs. Braga.
Kohl and Mrs. Jamieson, with baby Harper.
Maddy with Harper and Mrs. Jamieson.
Here was our week:
Brae receiving recognition and an award for the girls' basketball team.
We delivered sunflowers to their teachers on the last day of school.
The final walk to the pick up line as a 1st grader.
Summer break is here! We got them spray fan water bottles for the summer heat!
Traditional last day fro yo celebration with friends at Menchie's.
A quick stop at the Science Center.
Shopping for some new summer threads.
Met up with the Skiltons for supper at Winter Garden Pizza.
Met some furry friends afterwards.
Joined 8 other families for Sabbath at Ponce Inlet Beach. It was a glorious day.
And we celebrated Amy's birthday in style with a tower of Little Debbie's treats!
Joined up with Jackie and Malcolm in Sanford to celebrate his birthday.
An eclectic German restaurant, Hollerbach Willow Tree Cafe had incredible entertainment, including this authentic alpine horn that was played sometime that night.
With the two entertainers that evening, they were amazing!!
Sunday morning the girls met up with friends to celebrate Calliegh and Aubree's birthday in style.
First, breakfast at Kiki's.
Then manicures and
pedicures for the summer!
Brae enjoyed spending time with her buddy.
Meanwhile, Kohl met Tux's bigger brother at PetSmart.
Got the kids new full faced snorkel's for this summer's adventures. We did a test run in the pool.
Braelyn in heaven! Her first time going into The Container Store.
And of course, we couldn't leave empty handed!
Working on his short game.
Getting a little exercise.
Kohl tells the girls to go long!
She stayed up late to watch the NBA playoffs with me, sort of.
Working on organizing and purging their closets.
Afternoon outing to Lego Batman. Kohl made sure to dress appropriately.
We had the whole place to ourselves!
Hanging around together.
Brae lost another tooth!
Love having Mommy home for supper now. Family meal together!
Going on an evening walk on the bike path after supper.
It was a very busy week and weekend, highlighted by celebrating Mommy over the weekend.
I say this time and time again, but especially for Mother's Day, this family is so blessed by to have her as a wife and mother. We are so grateful for her love and support, her time, energy, and patience. She is the glue that keeps us all together!
We love you Mommy!!
Mommy and her biggest fans!
Here was our week:
Kohl enjoying hot lunch at school, that day provided by Chef Kevin of K Restaurant.
Waiting to watch his sisters participate in the end of the year gymnastics program.
2017 OJA Gymnasics team.
Giving roses to Madelyn and
Braelyn after their performance.
A very proud family.
Great job girls!
Finishing up her Mother's Day cards to send out to the grandmothers.
Had Sabbath lunch at Jeremy Jamerson's parent's house to celebrate Harim's birthday, while Mommy joined a few mothers at the beach as is their annual tradition for Mother's Day weekend. Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate and they had to leave the beach prematurely due to rain. She would join a few of them for dinner afterwards.
Braelyn enjoying her popsicle.
Kohl and Pierce took a quick dip in the pool, only to get out when we heard thunder!
Early Sunday morning attended a 5K for Mommy's former colleague who passed away last year from colon cancer. Kohl made sure to have plenty of sunscreen on.
On their way to pick up their shirts and number tags, had to go through an inflatable "colon" that highlighted areas of concern to look out for when you get a colonoscopy.
The runners ready to go!
Maddy and Kohl line up for the kids fun run.
Congrats to the finishers!
The EY team ready to head out.
Getting some free samples (which also meant free marketing for them) from the power crunch company.
Hanging around while waiting for Mommy and Brae to finish.
Brae would run ahead and sit and wait for Mommy to catch up.
Tired but all smiles.
After showers headed to Universal City Walk for a late lunch and the afternoon.
Taking Mommy out to the Chocolate Emporium.
Checking out all the samples of chocolates they have.
He looked like a bug wearing a hat.
And she a very small hat!
Checking out all the different flavors of shakes available.
The inside of the restaurant looked like an old 1900's factory.
We were joined by one of the characters that roam about while you ate!
Brother and
sisters all catch
a wave after lunch.
Getting ready to see the animated movie "Boss Baby", Mommy's choice, of course!
Catching some rays at Margaritaville.
Back to the Chocolate Emporium for dessert, we got the chocolate sundae and a banana shake!
Brae helping to clean the van up for her friends the following day.
It was pool day for the 4th graders on Tuesday and I had the pleasure of
chaperoning Brae and several of her friends to the pool.
She was so happy to be out of class and with her friends.
Lining up for lunch of pizza and veggies.
And then back in the pool again.
Mrs. Braga and her class.
A quick stop to drop off and get some new books at the library.
But first a quick game on the computer.
She was exhausted from the day in the sun.
A rare shot of sibling affection caught unprompted.
Wednesday was the twins' water day at the school.
Maddy enjoyed hanging out with friends and playing in the water!
Wednesday morning joined Jeremy and Jared on the Lake Apopka Trail loop.
It was a beautiful day, but it got hot quick.
Jeremy suffered leg cramps 10 miles into the ride but we were committed to finish!
35 miles later and still smiling! Well, at least I was!
Brae and Leif as the school year draws to a close. She'll miss her science buddy!
Randoms:
Oh so close!
Found this when I picked the kids up on Friday, spent 45 minutes at Discount Tire while they fixed it.
