Fun Friday

Last night we had family yard-work after dinner. This really wasn't a punishment: Eli looked forward to it all week! Due to the rain we got all week, the grass was out of control. Since last night was the only night all week both Lehr and I were home, we all pitched in and got it done. Maddux is a bit weary of the lawnmower, even though she is also curious about it. Eli had a blast pushing his new bubble-mower behind me as I mowed, and Maddie alternated between chasing me and crying (she wanted to be near the mower, but it scared her) and riding in the back-pack carrier while Daddy edged and trimmed trees. I know it sounds weird, but yard work really is fun these days!

Lehr inflated the outdoor pool for the kids last night so they could enjoy it first thing this morning. After breakfast I got them suited up and we spent the better part of the morning outside. Eli loved playing hoops in the water and Maddie loved everything. It's heartwarming to see them bond so much each day. Eli kept saying, "Maddie, less go swimmin!" and she thinks the sun revolves around him. She still runs to his room each morning, laughing and smiling. And when he's in time out or crying over some parental injustice he's been served, she cries out of sympathy.