It has been a busy and fun May. We have had a mix of weather, but on nice days we have been outside doing lots of gardening. The kids were a big help in the garden this year pulling weeds and trimming shrubs. Here they are enjoying a snack in a clubhouse we made out of a large cardboard box. I think I agree that the best toy is a simple box, it can be anything you want!
Rachel went to a friend's birthday party in May and was very excited to have her face painted. There was a magician at the party too and she brought home her very own magic wand. She has been doing lots of magic tricks for us at home.
Rachel and Carson both played tee ball again this year and were on the same team, the Rays. They have had fun playing ball and seem to enjoy it more this year than last year. Much to my surprise, Rachel was not upset at being the only girl on the team. The best part of the game for them is the treat afterwards!
We stop at the park next to the tee ball field for some play before heading home.
Rachel's kindergarten class put on a wonderful program for their end-of-year celebration. They did some songs and rhymes and even some dancing. Rachel had a small speaking part, her first time talking into a "real live microphone!".
Carson graduated from preschool this year, here he is in his cap and gown holding his diploma. His class also did a little show with some songs and a story. We are so proud of both of them.
Below is some of the kids artwork from school. The first one is a family of lions that Carson drew in preschool (a Daddy, Mommy and baby). The next three are Rachel's from her art class in kindergarten. She has a wonderful art teacher and is getting to be quite an artist.