Memorial Thanks

There has been so much happening here in the past month.  And I really haven't documented it well AT ALL.  Here's a little catch up...

Both boys finished preschool for the year- Michael in particular had his LAST DAY!

We also got pictures with teachers but I'm not sure if they care about being posted online so we'll just show Michael leaving preschool for the last time.  I was at my interview so Mike did the honors of preserving this special moment.  Michael's preschool does not do a graduation ceremony because of the fact that not all the children in class will be heading to Kindergarten- either age related or because of some difficulty.  While I agree with the spirit of their thoughts, it is still a bummer that we don't do an actual "ceremony".  Michael did not seem to mind.
And yes, my interview (no photo taken).  I also did a phone interview with another manager who is located in Utah.  I should know something this week.  I have no strong feeling about whether I will receive an offer or not.

Chloe had her 18 month well check and she is right on track.  Stats were 32inches, 21.1lbs, and an 18.75inch melon.  She is doing great :)

We've visited farms and had pony/horse rides.  We've taken walks and played outside.  We've continued with swim lessons and speech therapy.  We've taken a few trips...it is starting to feel like summer around here, not just because of the temperature but also because of our schedule (or lack thereof).

Over the weekend, we traveled up to Connecticut to visit my father-in-law and family.  A few pics on that one later.  We always have a great time up there and it was a nice getaway.

Today we went to a pool/birthday party in the afternoon- where I took exactly ZERO pictures.  But the morning was our 2nd annual attendance at a local parade....a little hot but so much FUN!!

Now we come down off of the weekend high...back to praying for jobs (well, at least one full time job) and going to the few appointments that we have scheduled.  Why can't everyday feel like vacation?

I am thankful (and try to be mindful) of all the good things that we enjoy thanks to the sacrifices of many.  I hope that I am somehow passing on an overall feeling of gratitude to my children (not cynicism and negativity).  And hopefully these memory-making moments help that effort!