Loving this spring weather!

The weather has turned the corner!  It has been absolutely beautiful lately.  We have tried to make the most of this wonderful weather by sending as much time as possible outdoors.  Nora had another soccer game on Friday...lots of fun.  Here she is with Xander before her game.

just enjoying some playtime in the backyard

whew...ready for a nap

On Sunday afternoon after church, we went to lunch with our small group from our Sunday School class.  It is nice to get to know some of the other families in our church in a small group setting, and we enjoyed the fellowship.  Then, after lunch, we joined a few other people from our Sunday School class to see some baby lambs and go fishing.  It was lots of fun, and the kiddos had a great time.  It was nice spending the afternoon with friends from church.  Nora really enjoyed her first experience fishing. 

 unfortunately, this picture turned out a little fuzzy, but it really captures how excited Xander was...he was so happy to see that little lamb.

 the whole pen/farm thing was a big hit with him

 the only time I could get Nora to stop talking and catch her breath was with a smile for the camera. :)

both of our kids were pretty excited. Nora and Hannah petting the sweet little lamb

 Nora told Linda, "Fishing takes patience, and I have it!" Thanks for sharing that, Linda. :) She comes up with some funny stuff.

Showing off her fish

Today, Xander and I had a busy day. Nora woke up not feeling so well, so she stayed home with Andrew.  Xander and I first hit the Big Backyard, and we had fun running around with a bunch of his little buddies. He was really out numbered, since the other two boys were in strollers. :)

Buckley and Hogan are ready for summer.  They have already been swimming, and they loved every minute.  I swear Hogan was smiling when he got out of the pool.  It's going to be a fantastic summer!