Atlanta Falcons Football Practice

We went to the Atlanta Falcons football pratice last Saturday. It was our second time going (one time last year) and we really had a lot of fun. The boys like the excitement of it and seeing the big football players. John Lawrence really wants to play football next year when he is 6 years old. So, I guess we will let him unless he changes his mind...

He did not want the falcon on his face. The woman had to paint it on with an airbrush which he did

not like.

Unsure who the player is, but he sure is big and JL got his autograph. Mason knows, but I can't

remember.

this and that

Over the last two weeks we have been trying to have as much fun as possible to end the summer before JL starts school this coming Monday.

Here are a few things we have been doing: INK-museum, made brownies, playground with friends, lots of pool time and the slip-in-slide to name a few. Also, we went to the Atlanta Falcons first football practice of the season that was open to the fans and Stone Mountain Park (these will have a separate post)

Anyway, here are some pictures of things we have done.

Beach trip 2009

We went on our yearly beach trip last week with Mason's parents and sisters. The weather was perfect and things were very easy except for one little thing~Mac of course.

This was the year that he did not want to spend much time at the beach or pool and he had a summer cold as did Mason. So Mac spent countless hours napping, watching movies, or playing inside. The great thing about Mac is the he is fiercely independent and does not need any ones approval or help in doing things for himself. So he was content to be alone at times while we were outside enjoying ourselves. We took turns staying inside and checking on him so he really did not change our plans too much.

Anyway we had a great time and the week flew by way too fast! Thanks Jan and Larry!

Marriage

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~Kaitlyn~our neighbor and JL's first crush (she is 7 years old)



John Lawrence: Hey mom guess what?

Mom: What JL

JL: I am going t0 marry Kaitlyn?

Mom: Really?

JL: Mom do you like her?

Mom: I do- she is really nice and pretty, but most people wait until they are older to marry, say like after they go to school.

JL: Well, I am not going to wait I am going to marry her next year!
aige

~Cousins~

The Duplers came in town last weekend for a night and we all had a great time! The boys play so well together especially Hudson and John Lawrence. We played and sat outside the entire time. It was great seeing them.

Kentucky

The boys and I went to Kentucky last week as part of the family tour of visits this summer. We had a really good time and the weather was perfect! I FORGOT MY CAMERA! I was so bummed, I felt lost without it the whole trip.

Mac was all about grandpa this trip which, grandpa loved and I got a nice break as well. John Lawrence was all about Gracie (the dog). He loves her so much and loves to take care of her. It almost makes me think we need a dog for all of 10 seconds then I come to my senses. Ha!

We went to the zoo, farm orchard that has a really cool play area and slides, pool and had lots of family and friends over to visit and eat dinner.

On the last day, Gregory invited us over to eat lunch at his apartment. His apartment is in a great location and is a charming old house that is divided into three units. It was a good lunch before heading out and nice to see my brother being such a good host! Thanks Gregory!

Dad and Diane thanks for being so accommodating (especially for a 2 year old) and fun! We had a really good visit!

Kentucky Family Pictures

We had these pictures taken back in September when Allison and I went there for Diane's birthday party. I got them last week when I was there visiting with the boys. I am so glad that we took some family pictures... it had been years.

It is the same every time

It is the same every time.
1. Dig for worms
2. Ride golf cart down to lake
3. Board the boat and drive around
4. Fish for awhile
5. Enjoy a cool dip in the lake

Does it get any better?

2nd Annual POPsicle Sale

We went to the Annual POPsicle Sale on July 1st in Spartanburg again this year. Mason's aunt Wee Wee did a great job! The boys and I went up and spent two days at Jan and Larry's house. John Lawrence worked all day long and had a ball!

Callaway Gardens

Mason and I went to Callaway Gardens for our 11th Wedding Anniversary. Our anniversary was June 27th and we had an awesome time. It was our first time there and was not disappointed! We rented a cottage that had a great screened in porch, ate great meals, rode bikes and played golf. It was perfect!