You see, I didn't teach this year so I didn't have to be in it (though from watching it seems like it would have been a lot easier this year than last--I worked my butt off as a Chimney Sweep!) and for the first time since Kayti started dancing at age 3, I was NOT a stage mom! I got to sit in the audience and just enjoy moments as a proud mom! I didn't even have to do a whole lot to help them get ready--they like doing their own hair/makeup now and as young teens think that I, their mother, know NOTHING about that kind of stuff anyway! So it was a really fun day for me!
After recital, the Nielsens, Sizemores and Quicks all went out to the Olive Garden to celebrate! We had a BLAST!!! I love love love my friends and my kids' friends (who just happen to be the same families--thank you, God!) Our three little hams--Brooke, Hannah and Lauren even put on a show for the staff!
The Friday before recital, Dylan had his wisdom teeth removed and he is still recovering. But he was SO HILLARIOUS when he was waking up from the anesthesia! I wish I could show you! He started his new job Tuesday and his blazer broke down the same day! Mommy didn't mess around this time, I called a tow truck! We have learned our lesson about leaving vehicles on the side of the road! I dont think it's anything major. The previous owner obviously did not take care of it and it needs a lot of TLC!
Sunday after recital, the girls had spent the night away from home so I enjoyed church by myself, a nap and then I went to Dream Team 401, the final class of my growth track at Church of the Highlands. I came away full of the Lord! I am SO excited about so many ministry opportunities that are in front of me! I will most likely be going on a mission trip or two next year and am talking with the educational director of our Dream Center Outreach program about starting a preschool in the area. The children in the schools are SO behind we are thinking if we can get to them earlier, maybe we can change the outcome of how they perform when they get to secondary. We have to try anyway. At the very least, I know I will be tutoring.
The school year is winding down--two more days with my sweet babies. It's VERY hard. But I am starting to get excited about a more relaxed pace this summer. Hopefully, it will give me a chance to catch up on some things I've been wanting to do for awhile.
This weekend is going to be another busy one! Tonight is Zac's graduation (cousin's son) from High School. Tomorrow night, both girls are going to spend the night with the Nielsens to help with Emma Joy's birthday on Saturday. Jeff and I are taking that opportunity to celebrate his birthday! Saturday night, all the girls are coming to our house for pizza and cookie cake and spending the night for Brooke's birthday and after church, we are going to the movies. Sunday night, I get to finally attend Small Group at Donna A.'s! I'm so excited! Sunday is Mia's birthday also so I hope to get to see her at some point. Monday, we are planning on kicking off our summer by going to our "neighborhood pool"--Zamora Park and then later grilling out. I'll be off Tuesday as well as my new summer work schedule begins. I think we'll probably take in a free movie and then our weekly pool parties at the Nielsen's begin! I love the pool parties!
I've been getting up early in the a.m. and going to work out at the Y. I used to do that when the kids were babies and I worked downtown. I loved it then and I love it now. I find I have a lot more energy for the day. I go tan after and then go to work and when I get off, I get to come home and just relax! I have only lost 5 pounds according to the scales but I do think it's officially time for smaller pants! Yea!!! I'm hoping to be able to go back to Zumba next week--we have just been so busy!
Our rent is going up so I think we may be moving. No idea when or where but I know God is in control. We'll just see what He brings us. He's never disappointed!
Gotta go wake the kids and get the day started! Be blessed and have a great, fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend!
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