Soaking Up Spring

After a week last week that reminded us of the rough winter we were just getting out of, we were extra-thankful for the gorgeous weather this week! Boy have we been soaking it in!

A friend from church dropped off May Day baskets!

The library is determined to improve my black thumb by sending home flowers on multiple occasions
...so far they are still alive. ;)

Brad and I decided a simple sandbox was worth the effort. We got this one together and stained pretty quickly. Our kids just love time in the sand, so were hoping they would get many hours of enjoyment out of it. So far, this has been true and they have been loving it.

Remember the adorable little two-year-old Lorelei saying, "Tum here birds!!!"? Well, the poor bird house has been waiting for a couple of years for any feathered visitors, but at this house, they finally came! She is so glad her bird house is finally getting used. :)

Another backyard entertainment addition...medium-sized trampoline! They are loving it. I eyed it at Sams a while back but waited to think on it and then when they tried it out at Amanda's house we were sold on the idea. So much energy! They are having a blast...and I'm thinking basement in the winter!?! :)

New Favorite Snack - circle apple slices, peanut butter, oatmeal sprinkled on top and then chocolate chips. :)

Bubbles!

We are having snacks and lunch out on the patio often!

We went for a walk with our magnifying glasses. I just love how much young children love to learn and be little explorers. They even found some mushrooms to get a close look at!

It was actually warm enough for some sprinkler time one day! Hours of time with the sprinkler. The look on Makin's face is so precious after he runs through it. So happy! In the picture of him spraying Drue...they did this over and over again and he was cracking up. She told him to spray it into her mouth. :)

Our last family night for the school year! We are so thankful for this opportunity to spend time with other families in our church and for our kids to learn more about God through their teachers.