Did you know that your nickname was June Bug before you were born? Yes, you were supposed to be a June baby, not a May baby--but God's timing is always right.
We have been on several adventures in the last week or two. We have had some pretty days (also some hot ones) so we have spent considerable time doing fun things outdoors. We have celebrated Daddy for Father's Day. Even though he had to work, we picked out a funny card about animals in the wild and their farts (because what little boy and their daddy doesn't think that is funny) and gave him a bag of sweet chili pistachios which we know he loves. I always enjoy hearing you call out, "Daddy" when he comes home from work and you have something to show him or tell him as he walks through the door. You always like to have boys club when the opportunity arises and revel in "kicking me out of the house."
We went over to Hollins one hot Saturday morning, Daddy & I's anniversary actually. I thought it would be nice to revisit the place we met with you, since Daddy had to work. We went and visited the horses and then walked around in Beale Garden.
We had a generous friend give us a gift certificate to the Mill Mountain Zoo so we also enjoyed a cool morning there before it got too hot. We also managed to have our fun before a big group of kids came in and began running all over the place. We rode the Zoo Choo for the first time. Your favorite animal to see was the Red Panda because he was smiling at you! We then went up to the picnic area near the star and had lunch and played on the rocks and slide there.
Last Saturday we enjoyed a hike with some of our church friends to Roaring Run. You and Mr. Mark's dog Cooper only have one speed, so we were first to the water falls. On the hike back down you hung in with the Burr family. I am really thankful you did not step on the copperhead snake that we came across in the path just moments after you.
Last week was my fourth and your second year at Vacation Bible School. We had a wonderful time! It was tiring for ALL of us, even you sir. But, you had a wonderful experience. One day you came home and told me all about the story of Jesus calming the waters and how your group climbed in a box that was a boat and water splashed on you (from a spray bottle)! You have been singing all of the songs you learned, even the one in Spanish. One day you said, "I liked singing 'Yes, Lord' (which is really 'I'm Trading my Sorrows') and I was good at it, and the other children were too!" You were engaged in the activities all week. I believe your favorite thing might have been playing balloons and noodles with Mrs. Mary.
On the final night of VBS we had a summer concert at Covenant and we brought in Little Critters Petting Zoo. Despite the rain, this was a great success. Not only did you enjoy looking at all the animals, but you played in puddles, danced to the music, and pulled weeds from the flower beds (yes you read that correctly)! You had so much fun I hated to make you leave, but bedtime was past due.
We had dinner at Great Tom & Great Jane's house Saturday evening with the family. You were pleased that Beba made you more cheese ball since Daddy and I ate it all last time. I wish I could deny this, but I cannot....and I might eat it all this time too. Papa Tate made homemade ice cream with blueberries and strawberries, yum! Great Tom took you for a ride on his Kubota which you really enjoyed.
I took you over to Mommy Time, an indoor play area for kids yesterday. You just loved it. There is a big obstacle course there to climb in with slides on it and a ball pit. Also some swings and other things. There were a few other children there and I was impressed at how you played with them and used your manners. It is nice that it is so close and not too expensive for an hour of play. Also, I got to sit and read a book while you played which was honestly worth the cost to me. :)
This week you are at one of the preschool camps, having a blast with all of your friends. You will come home with lots of new artwork to share. You don't know it yet, but this weekend you will get to go and spend time with Papa Bass and Grams. I know you will love this because you were just talking about them this morning and said that you miss them. Daddy and I will miss you over the weekend but I am excited for you to have more fun adventures with them.
New obsessions: Garfield, Super Heroes, Camping (sleeping) in your old nap roll.
It becomes harder and harder to remember you as the little infant in our arms in the first weeks of your life. We love you a whole lot, and we are really proud of you and the person you are becoming.
Hugs (because I am not supposed to give you kisses),
Mama
