Beach Bums

We have been to the beach twice this past month!  We had a fantastic time with both my parents and with Matt's family.  Matt has been teasing that we have to wait until the end of July until we get to go back to the beach.  How will we ever make it?!! =)

 

May Beach Trip With Mimi and Papa

 

We played, and played, and played some more!  We ate out a lot.  Oliver did really well.  He took naps on the beach, in the car, and when we went out to eat.  He seriously spoiled us.  The girls are at such fun ages for the beach.  They completely wore themselves out having fun, and it made this mommy so happy!  

Couldn't wait to get in the (freezing) water!

Beach cuties playing in the sand.

Too cool....

Mimi and Papa...the beach looks good on them.

Juleah Rose and Lee got to come for a little while!

Love that cute little monogrammed tush!

Family of Five at the Beach

Such an easy, content baby

"This is the ocean, son."

Daddy and his "mini me."

 

 

 May Beach Trip With Nana Sue and Pal

 

Kids, kids, and more kids!  Our trip was not relaxing, but it was so much fun!!!  The girls had a fantastic time with all of their cousins.  And, we had a ball spending time at the beach and resort pool.  The water slide was a favorite!

 

Papa Fred, Pal, Oliver, and Daddy...Four Generations of Gaymon Men

Sweet Sisters

Grandma T holding Oliver.

Aiden and Kim

Relaxing by the pool

Mommy and Oliver enjoying the water.

Cheese!

Silly Cousins!

Even Sillier Cousins!

Maggie and Paige reading together.

Medieval Times!

The Saffold Family

The Knight picked Maggie to be his Queen.  So fun!

"The Queen of Love and Beauty"  Appropriate, in my opinion. =)



"I love you this much!"

Cutie Patooties!

Run!!

And again!

Nana Sue is good at building sand castles.

Gathering more water.

Adult table, minus Matt (the photographer)

Chocolate Face

Crazy Faces!

Weee!

Bath time for Oliver!

Fearless Gavin

Maggie went down the water slide over and over and over.

Thumbs up!

Kerri Grace loved the water slide!

One, two, three, jump!



Wrapping Up the School Year

 

We sure do love the girls little preschool! It is so sweet! 

 

ERBC Family Night 2013:

A few weeks ago, the girls' school had Family Night.  We really enjoyed going and seeing all that they have learned, and of course, the girls loved showing us (and socializing with all of their little friends)!

 



 

 We visited the classrooms and looked at a few things the girls have done this year:

 

Maggie showing Mommy her letter book.

 

Oliver came, too!

 

 

Kerri Grace showing Daddy her photo book.

 

Then, we all went into the sanctuary for a program by the K3, K4, and K5.  Too cute!

 



Kerri Grace doesn't love being the center of attention.

Maggie is fine with it! =)

 

Kindergarten Graduation:

(Please Pass the Tissue!)

 

Maggie did really well in K5 this year!  She learned a lot, she made a ton of new friends, and she enjoyed every second of her time in school.  It makes this Mommy and teacher very excited that she loves to learn!

Saying the Pledge

Maggie received the writing award!  Way to go, Magpie!

Showing off her diploma

Throwing their hats in the air!

Proud parents with the graduate

We love her so good!

Enjoying cake, ice cream, and friends in the gym.

Maggie's grandparents came, too!

 

I still can't believe that my baby is going to Elementary School next year!  Time sure does fly when you're having fun.  Congratulations Maggie!  We love you and we're so proud of you!



Little White Riding Hood

You have got to watch this!  Yesterday, while I took my sweet friend, Lauren, to lunch for her birthday, Matt and the girls came up with this grand production.  Never a dull moment when Daddy's in charge! 

The Royal Ball with Prince Charming

The Daddy Daughter Dance is a well known annual affair held at our church.  The little girls (and big girls) talk about it all year long.  They really "do it up right."  This year, we felt like the girls were old enough to enjoy it, so Matt decided he would take them. 

A few weeks ago, Matt called both Maggie and Kerri Grace separately to ask them on a date to the dance, and that is when the excitement began!  So sweet!


Here is the "story" of Matt picking up the girls in pictures:

Once upon a time there were two fair maidens.  They were invited go to the Royal Ball with none else than Prince Charming!  They were beside themselves. 

The day of the ball, the maidens went to the Royal Charming Charlie's to buy some gorgeous sparkling jewelry.  They took their time getting ready.  They curled their hair and pinned it up just right.  They put on their lovely gowns.  Then, the time came for Prince Charming to pick up his little beauties.  They were ready! 

Ding Dong! He's here!  He's here!

The prince's eyes lit up at the sight of his stunning dates!

"Look at my necklace!"  exclaimed Maggie. 
"It is beautiful, and you are, too.  Can I have a kiss?" 

Flowers for the fair maidens (and for their Mommy, too)!  Such a thoughtful Prince.

All three ready to go to the ball!

Can't you just feel the excitement?!!

Sweet...love these little beauties and the handsome Prince, too.

One last shot before they head off!


 

The girls and Matt came home around 10 o'clock....late night!  The girls were giggling and talking up a storm.  Matt looked worn out, and he actually broke a sweat from all of the dancing, spinning, and of course, throwing up in the air!  I am so glad that they got to go! 

 

Thank you, Grace Church, for having such a special event, and a big thank you to my husband for always making his girls feel special!  We love you so much!