Wrappin' Up the Year!

It's that time of year again when great school activities come to an end. Both Andrew and Micah took 
piano lessons this year. This was Andrew's second year and he has really improved and is so fun to listen to. Micah has really grasped the understanding of reading music and learning the basics. We have really enjoyed listening to the boys practice at home this year. Both boys have decided to take lessons again next year and we are thrilled!
They did awesome at their recital!
So proud of you guys!
Grandpa and Grandma made a special surprise appearance at the piano recital! We were all so excited they took the time to come see us and be apart of the boys' special performance night! Drew and Micah were grinning ear to ear!! :)

Our boys LOVE Awana on Wednesday nights. We are so proud of our guys for working so hard on memorizing Gods word and receiving such honorable prizes for all their hard work! Way to go boys!!
Caleb finished his second year of Cubbies and will be moving onto Sparks next year! You rock Caleb!
Andrew finished up Sparks this year and will be entering TNT in the fall. Can't believe he is ready to move on from the Sparks group! Micah will welcome his brother Caleb into Sparks next year and enjoy a year of memorizing scripture and playing games with his little brother. Glad they have a chance to make memories together in the fall! Love those awards boys!

Andrew worked very hard this year and completed 2 books! So proud of you Drew! May you keep His word close to your heart and mind as you continue to grow in your relationship with Jesus.

And Jake... he loved Puggles at church this year but I did not get a pic so I posted this great shot of him at his first dentist appt. It appears like he was casual and relaxed for his first teeth cleaning...but don't let this photo fool you. Once the dentist begin to even look in his mouth our Jakey was in complete tears and wouldn't even let the dentist clean his teeth. He loves the shades though and we think he looks pretty cool in the dentist chair! Funny Jake!

Lots to fit into these late spring days as we wrap up the year! One proud mom.

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