Happy Hour!

Marshall worked from home today so we could do the boys' passports. And.... Since both boys have sports practice and it was a sunny day..... Happy hour on a patio!

We hit another Louisville brewery for happy hour. We had some great beers, enjoyed trying out a new place, and chatted with some new people (small patio).  Fun time! 

No Place for Hate

Today is "no place for hate" at school. The kids are encouraged to wear yellow and I was pleased both boys wanted to participate. Love these boys. 

Lazy Week?

I (wrongly) thought things would slow down a bit for us now that the play is over. However.... 

We had "bike to school day" where I was dressed up as Monty on Wednesday. 

I drove to Colorado Springs  that night to see my cousin's son as Oscar in "The Odd Couple." 

And today was Take Your Kids to Work Day. It was T-man's first time and he had a good day. He liked the egg drop and D-man liked making ice cream. Return Path does a nice job with this event and I'm glad both boys were able to participate. 

Drawing their future work places 

Sushi lunch! 

Watching the egg drop 

Free jerseys from the Old Chicago corporate offices in our building 

Happy to show them where I work and what I do, but also happy to spend some time with them and show them off! 

 

Sports Saturday

What started out as a day filled with hail, rain, and a bit of snow, turned into a beautiful day. We watched T-man play a great flag football game with some great tackles, good runs, a pass for a touchdown, and a reception! He was so into the game - showing off for Pop which was very special. 

We then headed to the first of two lacrosse games today and saw D-man score his first 2 goals! So glad Pop could be here to see them both play. 

Beauty and the Beast: The Fans!

We were fortunate to have several people attend the 2nd showing of Beauty and the Beast. I know that Drake was so pleased that so many people came (and so was I!). In addition to my Dad, my friend Nadja, my cousin Chele, and her daughter Jessica made it to the show on a snowy April night. Drake had another great performance. He kept commenting how the shows were the equivalent to 1.5 practices. But, that's what it takes - 2.5 months of practice for 2 shows. We couldn't be prouder of him juggling so many things and doing so well! Bravo Drake!

With his "bone-headed" contraption

in the castle with Mrs. Potts, Chip, and Babette

the end of the show

Beauty and the Beast

Tonight was opening night for "Beauty and the Beast" at Monarch K8. D-man and the entire cast did a great job. While enjoying ice cream from Sonic after the show, he told us that he was so nervous that he almost threw up his pizza. But, he went to a corner and calmed himself down and had great show! 

He had a good friend from basketball and football attend the show and we were lucky enough to have my Dad there as well. So proud of all the work he put in and the results. His brother summed it up as we left the show, "that was a great show." 

Road Trip

A weekend of sports took us to Colorado Springs for a great time with friends and the ability to see family too! Saturday morning was filled with soccer (close game) and flag football (victory) for T-man. In the afternoon, we headed to Lakewood for lacrosse (victory) and then headed to Colorado Springs. 

We stayed with Marshall's college friend and had a really great meal, enjoyed a beautiful view, and catching up over the firepit.  The 2nd lacrosse game of the weekend saw my cousin and her family attend with us to cheer the team on to victory! We then enjoyed lunch with them before heading back home. A busy, crazy, fun weekend. 

The view from Will's house 

Pike's Peak 

10:00 PM Easter Eggs

That's what you get after a busy day and then your eldest son goes to bed crying because we didn't dye Easter eggs. It's one of those moments that warms your heart because your son still wants to partake in a tradition we have built, but then frustration because it was even discussed until bedtime. Nevertheless, we got the boys out of bed and dyed the eggs. Happy Easter all! 

Spring Sports Saturday

Spring weather is here and so is spring sports season. We left the house at 8:45 and didn't return until 2:15. What a busy day, but fun to be out and about and catching up with friends and neighbors. 

1st lacrosse game - 13-0 victory! 

What a view! 

First flag football game! 

Orange crush ready to go! 

T-man in goal 

Snow Soccer!

75 yesterday. Snowing today. Optional soccer practice - snow soccer!