summer family fun #1

Every summer we make our summer family fun list....and it includes random things we can do together to make memories. We kicked off our summer last week with a trip to the Ennis drive-in. We got there too early, and it was super windy, but we had fun! I still can't believe all four kids stayed awake for the whole movie. We saw Rio and it was so creative. (Jack and Josie are still quoting it - a good sign!)
Looking forward to making the trip there again when their putt-putt course is open!

get back up

"We lose our way,
We get back up again
It's never too late to get back up again,
One day you will shine again,
You may be knocked down,
But not out forever."

Last spring and summer, this quickly became Jack's favorite song by Toby Mac. Will would play it for him before baseball and basketball games to get him pumped up, and you could find him humming or singing it daily...
This year, it brings a whole new meaning to our champ. In the world's eyes, he has been knocked down again. But we see his broken arm as a way for him to overcome another trial and shine. We are learning that success for our kids, and Jack specifically, is not how he excels on the field, court or classroom. Success is how you get back up after you are knocked down. We are proud of his attitude - one of gratefulness, optimism and joy. He has never complained of pain or of missing out on his swim and baseball teams. He has never said "why me, again?"
I am proud of this kid and look forward to seeing him shine!

dance party

Most evenings between bath and bed we have a dance party. It's kind of like a celebration of our day, good or bad! It's fun for me too...to feel like a kid and be silly. Sam or Kate usually pick the tunes, mostly because they are so proud of themselves for being able to work the cd player. So, I thought it was fitting that we ended our huge weekend with a dance party with Aunt Tynan, Pops and Mimi, and Doc and Mam cheering on the kids. Here's a long video of the patio dance party.