The girls and I have been busy wrapping up the school year, reading lots of library books, going for runs/walks, and painting. Jonathan has recently acquired two new exhibits at the museum and will open the history museum (Museum of the Coastal Plains) on the third floor this month. He stays quite busy between the museum and church, but always finds time to play with his girls and do dorky things with me (like watching cake competitions or American Pickers on the History Chanel); and, he finally found a place to play basketball 3-4 times a week.
We recently enjoyed a trip to see my sister's family. They had not seen Emerson since she was born, so it was a lot of fun to watch them play with her. As always, Isaac kept us entertained, and the girls had a blast with their cousin. After a super fun weekend with the Whitlocks (lets just say there were Mad Libs involved!!!), we made a small detour--a long anticipated stop at IKEA on the way home (it had been three years since my last visit to an IKEA--when I picked out our table and chairs). We happily strolled through the massive furniture/organization theme park not straying from the appointed path lined with arrows. We did not miss a twist or turn. We even followed the crowd right through the food line--feeding our whole family dinner for under $12. Almost three hours later, we emerged from IKEA with smiles on our faces and visions of a clutter free organized home in our heads. We also bought a pack of turqoise cutting boards and a dish drying rack for less than $7.00.
And, finally . . . Aunt Katie's Camera:
