go fly a kite!

We took the day off to unpack, unwind, and rest before starting the week. One of our 'lazy day' plans was to take our new kite to the park. When we arrived, to our delight it was ConnectiKiters Kite Club day. We flew our little kite with the best of them. Until the storm rolled in.

our kite

just a sample of their kites

and then the storm came over the water and we went home

Sunday service

Last week, Eric did music at church. Enjoy the pictures and shaky video below :)

farewell

It isn't often that we have a party at work, but one of the office staff was leaving the company. It was a bittersweet day.

Good because we were having yummy cake.

And we weren't working.

And I got to play with Miss Madeline (a co-worker's daughter).

Please pray that I have enough strength, motivation, and energy to make it through the next month.

Elena's Birthday

For Elena's birthday, we went to the Roger Williams Zoo in Rhode Island. During most of the afternoon, the rain was heavy but didn't slow us down.

I thought I had bad hair days....

the elephant painted the walls

crossing her legs, what a lady

the sloth

giraffes 

my favorites - the sea lions

kangaroo!

little monkey - - tamarin 

the elephants

the monkeys

coming to a mailbox near you

I love technology. But I love handwritten notes and packages so much more. There is something so powerful in sending a thoughtful gift and it landing on a loved ones doorstep. 

Something that went over well at our house - - so we are passing a few along.

Essentials for my mother - candy, makeup, and a note.

And a few things for the little boy who has touched our heart. Connor will be two in a few weeks!! And we couldn't resist the presents in the yellow paper. I'll give you a little hint - - his wonderful mother (my best friend Sara) will appreciate them as well. Okay, so maybe not a great hint, but she reads our page so I don't want to spoil the surprise.

game day

Eric plays softball with our church league. Grace Fellowship has proven to be a team to beat. Not only out in the field, but also in team spirit.

(this was my craft surprise)

(little faith. her dad plays as well)

Mrs Becca

The Mason family

boo boos

a piece of driftwood in the sand got me really good...

eric was cooking with his shirt off...

but we are healing nicely