I LOVE May!!!

I LOVE the month of May!!  It's been a fun month for us. 

It's time for water fun!!

 

 

It's the first parade of the year.  Fernie doesn't looks so sure but after the first distribution of candy she was FINE!

Mmmm!

 

 

 

These two were watching the neighbor's dog and I thought they looked so cute!

 #1 reason I love May...my birthday!  I had a very special day and felt VERY loved :)

Not the best summer hat for Caroline but we were out in the sun and I can't find anything else!  After I put his hat on Caroline, Fernie thought she needed a hat...

 

Last year's summer hat...

CHEESE!

 

 

#2 reason I love May...Mother's day! Another very special day, I was treated like a queen! 

 

 

About two weeks ago this little guy hopped on a bike without training wheels and within minutes he was riding on his own. I don't even get to tell stories about holding his bike seat and running behind!!   

 

 

And if Jack wears a helmet...

 

 

 

 And this little one continues to be Happy Happy Happy...unless she has gas!!  

 

 

We all like riding our bikes! 

 Fernie continues to feed her baby...she's such a good mommy!

 We always have time for books with Daddy.

 

 

Jack had his end-of-the-year AWANA program. He finished his book and received a ribbon, he was THRILLED!

 

 We are so glad that summer has arrived, we LOVE being outside! 

 

 

 It's always nice to get help from Dad.

 Caroline loves being outside too! 

 

 

 We finally made it to the ND Heritage Center - AWESOME! 

 Fernie preferred her tour in Dad's arms.

 

 

Jack also had his end-of-the-year school program.  He did a great job! 

 

 Hard to believe this guy finished one year of pre-school.

 

Best of the Best...well best of 675 photos anyway...

What a busy month it has been!  The weather has been CRAZY too.  We've had nice days such as these...

 and not so nice days like these! 

Thank goodness I have such good help!

 Even little Caroline gets in on the ipad fun.

 "Who me?!?"

This girl has a mind of her own!

 Early in the month we welcomed some delightful company!  Uncle Adam and Aunt Sarah came to visit.  Uncle Adam spent countless hours outside with the kiddos. 

 Caroline got lots of snuggle time!

 In the middle of April we headed off to South Carolina for our 2014 family vacation!  I just had to post this picture because we (Zack and I) got excited there was a "playland" on the map for the Detroit airport....it's better than nothing!!

 Caroline was happy as could be sitting with Daddy while Jack and Fernie played.

 After a long day of travel (three airports) and NO naps Fernie was asleep within minutes of getting in the car.

 The first day we stayed in Charleston and toured the Aquarium.  Fun had by all...Caroline loved sleeping in her stroller!

 We met family at a house in Edisto Island.  There was LOTS of cousin time!

 

 First beach walk of the vacation. Jack couldn't wait to get into the water.

 This picture is to show how Fernie's hair reacted to the humidity!  I loved it.

 Cousins minus 1.  Ready for a day at the beach.

 Trying to beat the waves.

 Fernie wasn't so sure right away....but Daddy always makes things easier.

Lovin' the sand. 

 This little girl had the time of her life.  She was foot loose and fancy free.

 Caroline also enjoyed her time at the beach...those waves make for good sleeping!

 The ultimate explorer.

 L.O.V.E.

 I'm pretty sure Caroline is wondering why in the world I took her out of the stroller to take a picture on a windy day!

 Pool fun!

 Sweetness.

 The kids had the time of their lives...we had a few meltdowns here and there but for the most part everyone was all smiles!

 One HAPPY boy!

 Snuggles from Papa.

Books! 

 Caroline enjoyed all the attention.

 We went on a nature walk one morning. 

 Precious!

 Bright eyes!

 Ice cream faces!

We had a wonderful time on vacation!  The kids still talk about the beach.  I'm sure Nana and Papa were exhausted.  Thanks for a fun time!!

We returned home the day before Easter.  Thank goodness the bunny was prepared for trail goodies!

 

 Enjoying the sunshine before lunch.

 Nana and Papa hid some eggs around the yard.

 

 At least Papa and Nana know how to smile for the camera!

 Fernie was excited about EVERY egg.  Pretty sure she ate all of her candy right away!

 Caroline got all dressed up for Easter too!

 It's hard to believe how quickly this month has gone by.  We loved our company and going on vacation.  We are ready for May and all the fun it brings! 

Happy May Day!