Spring Break + Birthday Celebrating!

  
The boys had been anticipating our Spring Break adventure for weeks talking about all our plans and  activities we would do while away together. It was lots of fun hearing the boys talk about playing hockey, hiking, and doing lots of swimming! We all had that wild excitement in our eyes when we pulled out of the driveway after church Sunday afternoon! 
Stopping at canal park on our way we were freezing but didn't zap our joy one bit! We were now on Spring break!
It was a really special week getting away together. Drew and Micah were playing some one-on-one so I grabbed a pic to remind us of all the ice skating the 4 boys did. A few times the 4 of them took off to the rink on their own pairing up to help the younger boys put on their skates. Fun new season for Kyle and I. The boys had such great attitudes.
Although the weather is chilly here most of the time no matter the season, the view is stunning!
Having fun watching my guys play in the pool! The noise at this moment was incredible with all the echoing in there.
The hiking trails were very icy and at times a bit challenging for us all. I love this pic of Drew and Jake holding hands hiking.
Take a peak at all the ice! We had shoe grippers on but still very slippery.
The view of the falls were still so neat and very cool! Dad and I love spending time with you dudes.
Here is one view of our room. Very cozy and right next to the lake.
I took this pic after a beautiful sunny run I had gone on. The sun was so vibrant!
Such a treat to swim in the outdoor pools! The boys had a blast! And notice the lake in the background!
Goggles and all!
Temperance River is my absolute FAVORITE hiking trail. Gorgeous anytime of year.
The days flew by super fast and we stayed until the very last minute of our check out time, ice skating just once more! These boys fill our life and hearts right up! So blessed every day and moment we get to make memories, laugh and grow in relationship with each other. Spring Break 2017!!

Coming home we wrapped up the weekend celebrating daddy! Super fun to celebrate our main man and let him know how much we love and adore him!! The boys and I had a great day with him and I took him out to one of our favorite spots for supper, Waterfront! We love you babe and are so thankful you are our leader. We think you are pretty amazing! Happy 36!













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