Family Time

Turns out that we don't have a lot of time to do stuff as a family, so when an idea comes up, we try to grab it! Last Saturday, we took a rare break and went to the movies. Both kids had been counting down until Minions came out, so it seemed like an easy movie pick. I am so happy that we can order tickets/picks seats in advance, as well as pre-order all of our food. It makes the whole experience so much easier and organized. Plus, we know we're going to get great seats without having to fight for them.

Me & G (the pic of Scott and Ava didn't turn out, boo)

I remember a few years ago, Scott and I tried to go to the movies, before we realized that everyone was buying their tickets online. We walked into a chaotic scene at a movie theater that we had been to a million times before. We were so confused as to what was happening! Eventually, we just backed out of the theater, having no idea what we were doing. But NOW, it's great!

We've had some really rain weather lately, and we've seen some beautiful rainbows. The other day, G came into the house to tell me to come outside and look at a super bright double rainbow. It was amazing (this pic doesn't do it justice!)

 

G had a very good week at Summer Power, and when he's been home, he's spent quite a bit of time outside, playing with friends, or on his scooter. I'm so happy we got him his phone watch last year...it's afforded us all a bit of freedom to let him roam this part of the neighborhood.

Creative with Legos...see the little swimmer, about to be attacked?

Ava started her first full week of marching band practice last week. It's been a blast listening to them practice, but man, they put in a TON of time. It's no wonder that this is such a good band! Last weekend, they did the March-a-Thon in our town, and raised over $20,000! And today, they held a car wash for the community. We went early, and I'm so glad we did. When I picked up Ava from her shift a few hours later, the line of cars was around the block. WOW!

Next week is Drill Week, which means the kids will be there from noon-9pm each day, and the following week is Band Camp, which means they will be there from 9am-9pm each day. We also had the family picnic this past week, so we were able to meet some of the families. G charmed several of the moms, and we were told he is so sweet, talkative, and cute. HA! Talkative and cute, yes...and he has his sweet moments for sure. I guess I'm glad he didn't reveal his non-sweet side at this big event!

One of the trumpet themes was "pink" one night

Just the act of doing all of the driving and volunteering for the marching band stuff is exhausting. I can't imagine being a student and doing the actual work. Ava has been a bit more tired lately, and I can see why. This is probably the most active she's been of any summer, so far! I think it's wonderful that she's getting out, meeting people, and being super active. This should make the transition into high school a much easier one. It's always good to see friendly faces in the halls.

Happy Early Birthday to my dad on Monday, July 18 - we love you!