HOOAH MATTHEW!!!

On Thursday, Mark and I left for Ft. Knox, KY to see his brother Matthew graduate from Basic Training. Matthew went to tanker school and Acel has been so excited. He tells everyone, "My uncle is a tank driver...yeah...a tank driver!"

On Thursday night, we got to see him for the first time in 4 months. He looked great, but skinny! On Friday, he graduated and they had a very nice ceremony. Way to Go Matthew-We're so Proud of You!!

We then took Matthew to Louisville to spend the day. We went to Churchill Downs and saw a few horse races, went out to eat and then just hung out. We had a great time. Mark was stationed at Ft. Knox about 15 years ago, so he had a good time seeing how much the base had changed.

This morning, we left to return home. It was a long drive, but I'm so glad we were able to attend the graduation. I think Matthew enjoyed the nice relaxing rest on the way home. When we got home, the kids had made him a big Welcome Back poster.

Soccer and End of Year Awards

We just finished school last Wednesday and had several award ceremonies to go to. Acel and Meah both received several awards in their classes. Acel received the Math Whiz, Reading Circle, Book It, Citizenship Award, and another Reading Award. Meah received the Reading Circle, Soil/Conservation Award, and a Courage Award. We also attended two of my nieces award ceremonies. They also received many awards and I need to make note that my niece Magie was awarded Top Dawg (our mascot is Bulldogs) in her 8th grade class. The award is based on academics and citizenship. Way to Go Magie!!



This spring, Meah and Isabel played soccer. Meah wanted to play ever since she saw Isabel play last fall. There wasn't an opening for Isabel on a U6 team, so she played on a U8 team with Meah. It was quite entertaining, to say the least! At least they looked cute in their little uniforms.

Spring Flowers!

I love spring flowers! I'm not actually a gardener, however we bought a house where a gardener lived and she did a marvelous job. Everytime I go outside, I see something new. It has been so much fun and the kids love it! Here are a few pictures to enjoy.

Isa's 5th Gotcha Day!

Well, this post is long overdue, as per usual, but I wanted to mention that on April 17, 2009 Isabel celebrated her 5th Gotcha Day! She is so special and I really treasure her. She is a momma's girl, very strong-willed (that's obviously genetic), and full of life. I can't imagine her not being a part of my life or a very special part of our family.

Happy 5th Gotcha Day, Isa! Love, Mom