Enchanted Rock

We recently joined Micah's parents in Fredericksburg for a weekend camping in their camper!  We only stayed for one night, but the campground was super kid-friendly and FUN!

 They this big "bounce pillow" that the kids bounced on for hours.

 The highlight of our weekend was hiking Enchanted Rock!  Micah and I hiked it about a year ago, but we were excited to bring the kids back.  And they both beat us to the top!  We also took Micah's parent's dog, Booker, with us on the hike.  I'm pretty sure he enjoyed every second.

 As soon as we made it to the top, it started to rain!  We quickly found cover under a bunch of giant boulders, and luckily the rain didn't last long.

 When the rain stopped we went back to the top for a look around at the gorgeous views.  It was a bit slippery so we just took our time.

 Adler was really independent on this hike.  She just took off on her own and tried to stay ahead of us.

We caught a fun trailer ride around the campground where Yogi the Bear joined us.  The kids thought this was hilarious!

Bluebonnet Time of Year!

Last week I took the kids out to a gorgeous field of bluebonnets and snapped some spring pictures of them.  After living away from Texas for almost 10 years and now being back home, I've become a little obsessed with bluebonnets and am really enjoying the amazing display this spring!  They are everywhere and absolutely gorgeous!

I can't believe how old and mature my son looks here.

This was a cute little conversation.

 The kids had a blast running through the bluebonnets and picking other wildflowers.  We spent over an hour in this field of blue.

 Adler is a little easier to photograph, since she actually enjoys smiling and posing for the camera!  She was a little concerned about getting her dress dirty though.

 Here are a few out-takes.  Owen is such a jokester!

Now I have to decide which ones to print and frame!

Soccer Girl!

Adler participated in a 6 week Soccer Starter program.  We had no idea how she would take to it, as this was her first time playing a team sport, but she totally enjoyed it!  

This program was for 4-5 year olds and every week they played lots of drills and games, and at the end of the hour the kids were split up and played 10 minute scrimmages.  I think it was a great introduction into the sport for her.

Adler in action!

This is what Micah looked like watching Adler play one drizzly morning....I guess it was the only umbrella he could find! 

Celebrating after soccer one morning!

Scrimmaging on the last day....she made lots of goals and the coach finally asked her to step aside so the other girls had a chance.  I guess these 4 years chasing her brother have paid off!  We might have another athlete on our hands!

These were taken on her last day of soccer.  She was so proud of her medal!

Here's a short video of Adler making a goal!

Uncle Matt Visits

Micah's brother Matt came to visit recently and stayed for about a week.  The kids loved him being here and are still talking about him constantly.

 One morning I took Matt out to Hamilton Pool for a little hike.  I can't wait to come back when it's warmer and take a dip in this natural swimming hole.  It is gorgeous!

We took the kids roller skating one evening, which was a first for both Owen and Adler.  I had forgotten how much fun skating was and can't wait to go back!  Owen picked it up pretty fast.

Playland Skate Center....open since 1973!

This skate companion really helped Adler and gave her a little independence in the roller rink.

The boys after soccer

Uncle Matt & Owen going on a bike ride

The main reason Matt came was to work on Pop's fishing boat.  Here are the boys giving it a much needed coat of paint!

 We went on a hike down the Barton greenbelt....not much water this time of year!

Cool rock design.