Strawberries!

We waited until near the end of the season before we finally made it to Washington Farms to pick strawberries... always SO yummy!! This year we had the help of Amelia and her bff, Isabella... it was a hot day and they were troopers! As usual, Amelia ate as many off of the vine as she put into her bucket... she just can't help herself (I admit... I had to try a few fresh ones, myself!)!! We ate a lot of the fresh ones at home and put away several quarts in the freezer for later... great for desserts and smoothies!!

Summer starts!

Mitchell started off their summer at a pool party hosted by their friends Merritt and Jackson. They had a blast swimming and got to make yummy ice cream sundaes for a treat! Great way to kick off the break!

Last Week of School!

During the last week of school Amelia had her awards day and the big 5th grade cookout. We were so proud of Amelia... she received awards for achievement in music and p.e, as well as some academic awards!! The kids really enjoyed the cookout... one last time to hang out before summer starts! Amelia had a great year with all of her sweet friends!

OCMS Awards Night!

We were once again very proud of Mitchell and his achievements in school this year. He received awards for achievements in math and for getting all A's! Way to go, Mitchell!

Clemson weekend!

Amelia and I headed back this year to the Bring Your Daughter To Clemson weekend... and had so much fun! We toured the Clemson Dairy, the beautiful Geology museum, did a spin class at Fike... followed by Pilates (it about killed me, but Amelia said that it was "easy"!). Amelia made a friend this year that she plans to keep in touch with... Katie from NC! Katie and her mom went shopping downtown with us on Sat. afternoon and the girls had the best time! Sunday morning we ended the weekend with the closing session, followed by touching Howard's Rock and running down the hill with the Tiger! My favorite picture is the one with the girls all rubbing the rock together... maybe they will all be back together right there someday with their daughters!

Field Day!

Oconee Co. Elem. School's Field Day is always a really fun day for the kids! Amelia participated in her last field day with OCES... kind of sad!! Mitchell got take part in the fun, too... the Beta Club from the middle got to come and help out with the activities! Mitchell got to help lead a 3rd grade class around to all of the stations for the day... I think he had as much fun as the kids, and they loved him! Everyone got Dilly Bars for a snack... thanks DQ!

OYSP Spring Showcase

The Oconee Youth School of Performance held their Spring Showcase at the Classic Center in Athens this month. Amelia was in a hip hop number and a musical theater number... they were both very good!! I always am am amazed at the level of talent that these kids show in all of their performances! Amelia wants to audition for the Musical Theater Jr. Company for next year... wish her luck!

Amelia's Voice Recital!

We are always amazed at Amelia's singing talent (where did it come from?)... and we got to hear her in another wonderful performance during her spring voice recital. This time she sang two songs, one by herself and a duet with her friend Maya. All of the girls did a great job!

Relay For Life

Our family has attended Oconee County's Relay For Life for the past few years... and we look forward to this fun and meaningful night every year! Mitchell and Amelia have fun hanging out with their friends (armed with cell phones and cash), and Dave and I get a chance to enjoy the good food and socialize with our own friends. We know that the kids will find us when their cash runs out... and somehow we never mind giving them a little more since it's all going to such a great cause!!

OCMS Tennis!

Mitchell's middle school started a tennis "club" team for the first time this year and they got a chance to play some other middle schools in the area this spring. Mitchell did very well in his matches, both in singles and doubles! He plans on working hard at his game so he can maybe play on the JV team at the high school next year... go Mitchell!

Happy Birthday, Callie!

Callie celebrated her Sweet 16 with all of us on April 27th! She is doing very well for a 16 year old cat... she enjoyed her party with good food with a candle, cards, and presents! Jake and Bailey enjoyed the party with her... Callie shared her treats with them! Happy Birthday, Callie!

Beautiful Spring!

I love Spring! It is one of the prettiest time here in Georgia with everything in full bloom! I had fun with Amelia's "professional" camera taking some pictures of the flowers around our house... and of the dogs! I think that Jake and Bailey are excited about Spring, too!