Kidapalooza and Beyond

Two weeks ago we had Kidapalooza.  It was a wonderful and exhausting week.  I keep looking back and forgetting what we did all that week.  It was a whirlwind.

Shane and Silas were in the other building with the older kids so we split up the first four nights.  And I obviously did not get any pictures on the last evening when we were all together.

The very next day Shane flew out with a team of high school students on mission to New York City.  He is back home now with stories galore!

I had a birthday

So my 40th birthday was at the end of last month.  What a milestone.  I was exceedingly thoughtful about it that week with a conglomeration of feelings.  But now that it has passed, I simply feel grateful.  I feel hopeful for the year ahead and the opportunities that the Lord is handing me.  And honestly, how can a year go bad when you start it out flying?!

My parents were also sweet to plan a party for a couple days later...

She Danced

Lieren's dance recital was last weekend.  It was absolutely darling!  I took Lieren early to get her checked in.  Both sets of grandparents got to be there this year, and we loved sharing the event with them. Toward the end, as the recital ran reeeeaaaaallllly long, Shane took one for the team and left to relieve our babysitter.  But overall, it was a wonderful morning.

When Grandparents Visit

School ended in the Drury house a couple days after Blaise's graduation.  The next day, Shane's parents came for a nice long visit.  The kids sure love all the extra attention!

Siesta Key...our new favorite!

 Dinner out and about...

 Birthday shopping...

Dinosaur World...

What's not pictured are all the games played, the stories read, and the crafts completed.  Such a full week!