Eagles nest and donut holes...

When I went to pick up Grahm last Friday he was so excited to show me the eagle he sculpted. He told me it took about 2 months to make it and he was happy he finally got to bring it home. He did an excellant job on the eagle, nest, and that eggs that are inside!

Grey was sick for a few days and didn't go to school. He was feeling better so we got to go pick him up! 

I got to see Colbs and his bright new hair color for summer. I love it. 

More pictures of Grahm's eagle...

Someone in Grahm's class had a birthday and gave the students in his class donuts holes and candy. Grahm wrapped up a few donuts and the candy in a napkin. After we got home he took them out of his backpack and told Grey he saved them for him because he had been sick, and he thought it would make him feel better. So very sweet.

I saw a game that I thought Grey would enjoy. He likes to solve things and he had fun figuring out how to remove these twisted up ropes.

In the morning Grey was playing pool with Grandpa so Grahm and I went for a walk to the park. It was a perfect morning. We talked and held hands. Grahm often reaches for my hand and I cherish these days with him. He is definetly my sunshine.

Grahm and Grandpa washed my car and Grahm used his bug magnifying glass to get a good look at brown spider.

In between games Grahm and I had lunch together, Sushi Saturday for the win!

Colby played really well. His new cleats helped him not slip when he's the rusher. 

Grateful for Saturdays...

ThrowBack Thursday ~ Baby Grahm...

Grahm smiling at Grandma. He's one of the sweetest gift ever!

Lazy days...

Did you know...

having one 'lazy day' per week can help reduce stress, high blood pressure, and improve mental health? 

ThrowBack Thursday ~ Pacer...

I miss looking out the window and watching Chris pace around while on a business call. 

Grandchildren heal everything...

One laugh, one hug, one 'I love you grandma' erases a hundred hard days. They don't know it, but they're my medicine.

Visiting the Philippines...

Christopher's friend Adam came for a visit all the way from Seattle. Adam has never been to the Philippines. Chris is a wonderful host and Adam enjoyed his first time there!

David also came for a visit and to check on the business. Chris has been busy, and still enjoys living and working in the Philippines. Hopefully he will come for a visit in July.

Steak and Melvin...

I've asked Colby a few times what his favorite food is and he always says steak. I picked up a steak and after we went to the gym, I told him we could grill the steak. His reaction was so sincere when he told me thank you. He grilled the steak while I cooked asparagus and a few potatoes. It was delightful to visit with him and enjoy the meal. He thanked me several more times. I loved surprising him with a steak.

We ended our visit just in time to pick Grey and Grahm up from school, which is another thing I love to do!

I brought this cute monster home and Grahm named him Melvin. Grahm and Grey took turns giving Melvin a warm welcome! Melvin survived and is resting in the garage until next time.

My cute helper and yogi!

Grey was excited to a have a little whipped cream with his strawberry shortcake. I always tell the boys to make the whipped cream look pretty.

It always makes me smile when I see the Grands get out toys they haven't played with for a while.

Mark came to fetch his boys but not before a game of pool. Grey is getting better fast! 

Gym with Colby and Grandma Days... always grateful!

Showing up...

Today I went to all four of our grandson's games, Cash and Grey's soccer games and Colby and Grahm's flag football games. So from about 9:30 to 3:00 I was cheering them on from the sidelines. I have felt for a long time that showing up is important-and that's what it comes down to for me.

Childhood moves quickly and I'm grateful for these busy Saturdays. I enjoy watching Cash, Colby, Grey, and Grahm play no matter the score. As an added bonus we get to watch Mark coach Cash and Grey's game. He gives his all and does a great job.

The weather was absolutely perfect, not too hot, and with beautiful partly cloudy skies!

Someone got his braces off! Grahm is very happy about this.

Colby and I had a late lunch after his game and Grandpa spent the afternoon with Cash after his game. 

Yes, Saturdays are full but it's the kind of full that fills my heart with gratitude for the chance to show the Grands that they are so important to us!

Always grateful...