Sailing Home

The next day they got ready to sail home.  But not before Uncle Frank captured these great pictures of the boys on the dock.

Just thinking about life.  LOL

Proof that Daddy does remember sunscreen when I am not there.  LOL

This time Penni and I joined the sail back.  I am so glad that we did.  I love being on the water.  We even stopped and let the boys jump off the side of the boat.

There were a lot of calls for man over board.  LOL

I didn't jump in but it must have been cold because there were a lot of cold boys as they got out.

Darien diving in.

Double wammy.  LOL

This is the life.

Just sunning on the deck and enjoying life.

My boys and the wonderful adventures that they get to have.  Feeling so blessed.

Sailing Day

Jamie, Frank and the boys spent the day out sailing and they were so excited.

They planned for all the boys to sail around to Lunenburg for the day and then we would meet them there for dinner.

They had a great time playing on the boat and exploring.

It was an amazing day to sail.  Clear blue skies and calm seas.

Thankfully enough no one got burned.  LOL You never know if they will remember to put sunscreen on when mom isn't there.  LOL

Of course they had to hang over the side when the sails were up and let their feet drag in the water.

Captain Jamie.  LOL

Darien's favorite spot at the front of the boat.

Our family picture which turned out amazingly.

Dinner in Lunenburg.

The boys had to have their pictures taken here.  LOL

Family fun.

Everyone tucked in for bed.  Not sure how well they slept but they did.

Day One Vacation Nova Scotia

We have been talking about this trip for so long that it is hard to believe that it is finally here.  We are in Bridgewater Nova Scotia and we couldn't be happier.  The boys couldn't wait to hit the pool and hot tub.  

Showing Auntie Sherri and Uncle Frank their moves.

I am sure that you will see plenty of pictures of us at this beach because it is so amazingly beautiful.

Running from the waves at Cresent Beach.

They are free to run and play all day.

Darien showing us his back flip.

He's over...

over...

and he lands it.  ;)

Me and my boys.

Trying to not to get wet or push ups in the sand?  That is the question.  LOL

So much fun.

Jamie and Sherri together again and oh so happy.

This might not end well.  LOL

First Day of Summer

Ya it is the first day of summer!!!

 And thankfully it is finally warm enough to bring out the water slide.

 I find if funny that the boys like to play on it more without water than with.  LOL

 Our precious baby is going to be leaving us in a few days and we are all very sad about that.  Look at that face.

 We are going to  miss him terribly.

Happy Birthday Stefan!!

 Wow, Stefan is 6 years old today!!!!  He was so happy to get a new bike for his birthday.  It is a little big for him but he is so happy to have it that it doesn't matter.  He will grow into it and it will be the perfect size for him next year.  But it is a real bike with gears and everything.  LOL

Happy Birthday my sweet boy

 As is tradition we don't do big birthday celebrations just us as a family and that is all you need.  We are happy to celebrate together and talk about the day the boys were born.  Stefan has been an amazing addition to our family and the day he was born we felt complete.  He adds a lot of personality to our home which I didn't think was possible with all the personality that we already had going on.  LOL  He is so caring and the first to want to share whatever he has with someone else.  There is no such thing as 'mine' in his vocabulary.  He loves everyone and laughs often especially himself when he burps or toots.  LOL  He is so much fun.  I am going to miss our time together next year as he starts school full time.  No more time for taking our time walking home and stepping in every puddle we see, or little chats as as we ride our bikes around town.  He is such a little man and we love him to pieces.  Happy Birthday.

 As is tradition on the last day of school we always take the boys out for dinner to celebrate.  Montana's is our go to restaurant.  We don't eat out very often but it is great to show our kids how proud we are of them and their hard work.  They all had excellent report cards this year and we appreciate how hard they work to accomplish that.  Way to go boys.

 Of course being that it was Stefan's birthday also, they had to sing to him and he got to put on the cool birthday hat. LOL

 Happy Birthday Stefan.

Last Day of School

Children's Festival.  This is something that they do every year on the last day of school for the kindergarten children.  Stefan is making a picture frame.

 Surfer dude.

 Making bubbles.

 I was so happy because I managed to make it to all the different activities that the children had today.  Rylan was swimming with his class in the morning.

 And then had a party in his classroom in the afternoon.

 And Keagan was at the spray park for the afternoon.

 I thought it would be fun to take some year end photos this year.  Keagan decided to go dressy for the last day.  LOL  This has been a wonderful school year for Keagan.  Together we made the decision to move him from french immersion to English and he is so happy that we did.  He really enjoyed his teacher this year and made a ton of new friends.  He changed schools this year now being in the middle school.  He is getting so big and is a great kid full of personality as I am sure his teacher will attest too.  LOL  Keep up the good work Keagan.

 Rylan is still in french immersion and is doing great.  He loves every thing about french and even has the little french twang when he speaks it.  LOL  He is a super student and works hard at doing his best work all the time.  He is so fun to watch learn and grow.  He had a great teacher this year that really got to know him and understand his way of learning.  She was amazing.  Rylan you are full of life and personality and I hope that never changes.  Keep of the great work.

 Stefans schooling has just begun but if he keeps going the way he his he will be great.  He loves being with all his friends and learning new things.  He can't wait to read his first full book so that is something we will be working on this summer.  He is so looking forward to grade one and homework. LOL  We will see how long that last.  ;)  Never change who you are.  You are so happy and willing to help all the time.  We love you for all that you do.  Can't wait for next year.

 Darien has changed so much this year.  He has turned into a real man.  I am pretty sure that he has grown at least 4 inches this year and we can't keep up with the need for new clothes and shoes. LOL  This year has been full of ups and downs but in the end it was great.  You have worked hard to get to were you are. Stay focused on what you want out of life and you will go far.  You are a great example to your brothers in the choices that you make and a great friend.  It is hard to believe you will be going on to High School next year.  You are a great kid and we love you.