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Christian the Baseball Coach

Christian had the opportunity to coach both Little League and Travelling baseball teams this year. It was full of feelings and emotions. On one hand, it was great that Carter and Christian had the chance to spend so much time together. On the other hand, it was hard for Carter to take coaching from Christian in some instances. They both grew together and learned a lot about each other's frustrations. I, myself, was frustrated watching the whole thing unfold. It was really hard to be a bystander through the entire process.

Between games Christian and Caleb played games on the lawns at the baseball parks. I sat in the shade and read.

These Three

Successful Swimming Lessons with Miss Marilyn

Who would have thought, the same Miss Marilyn that taught Grandma Gwennie to swim, would also teach Caleb. He was pretty excited about it and Neal and Gwen even got to take him to one of his lessons, where he was very proud to show off his new found skills for both of them.

Best Investment Ever, Right Christian?

This trampoline is saving the summer!

Caleb's Last Day of Kindergarten and Last Morning Bus Ride

Last Day of School Surprise

I'm so tricky! While Christian was working in Atlanta during the last week of school. I surprised the kids by buying a trampoline and setting it up. When they got home from school, their dream of having a trampoline came true. They were so excited, and it was the best last day of school surprise I was so excited for them.

I sent these crazy pictures to Christian while he was in Atlanta to announce the arrival of our new toy. He was less than impressed. His dream of never having a trampoline was shattered and a few moments were touch and go, but by the time he got home, he was a good sport and even helped me put up the net.

Caleb's Kindergarten Graduation

The graduating class of 2028 is well on their way! Caleb's kindergarten was a bitter sweet event for me. It's my last kindergarten graduation. Of the three I've attended for my children, this one was the strangest for sure. No songs or program, just a whole pile of kids sitting on the gym floor called up by class to receive their diploma from a member of the school board. I thought it a strange mix of informal and too formal.

Caleb didn't know any different, and he proudly marched up to receive his diploma.

His class also chose a beach theme for their graduation, so there were a lot of random Hawaiian shirts, which added to the strangeness and hilarity of the whole event.

Caleb and his best buddy and classmate, Jace Stott.

Brock attended the graduation and presented Caleb with a huge candy bouquet.

I can't even believe that my tiny baby is already a Kindergarten graduate.

The day would not have been complete without Bethany and Brock {and Brock's smile}.

All of us!

Caleb and his great kindergarten teacher Dr. Pelham.

Full Swing

Baseball season is in full swing at our house. Carter is playing for the Yankees and on a travelling team. Caleb is playing for the Astros again. Christian is coaching the Yankees and the travelling team as well as functioning as the Little League president. So, all we're doing for now, is baseball every single day.

Pirate Day

The last few weeks of school are always filled with many theme days.

Pirate day is one such day that Caleb really got into.

Go Astros {Again}

Caleb is thrilled to be on the Astros baseball team again. His coaches are great and he's really enjoying playing with some of the kids from last year. He's improved a lot from last season and has proved to be a heavy hitter and will not hit off the tee.