Memorial Day

I am sad to say that what started out as a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, did not end as such. However, it's started good with a trip to America's only tea plantation on a field trip with Remley's class. We had a tour, tasted free tea, and enjoyed the scenic grounds. 

Saturday we got to go back to the same place, only this time, it was for the First Flush Festival. They had a special kids area with games and music and it was a good time for all. Mark took the kids home so we could enjoy a later night dancing in the tea leaves to the Avett Brothers.

Sadly, when I came home early Sunday morning, Truman was in bad shape. He had a high fever and we had to rush him to the ER vet. They made him comfortable and ran tests, but the poor guy was just so tired and his liver was failing. Monday, he tip toed down the hospital hall to where we were waiting and he picked up his toy and laid up his bed one final time while wagging his tail. Then, he let us know it was time. I can not tell you how much he and I have been through the (almost) last 13 years. Everyone knew what an exceptional pet he was, patient and friendly, sweet natured and obedient. We have a big empty spot in our hearts and our home. I still expect to hear him, panting, or top toeing down the hall, and certainly, still expect to see his sweet face when I walk in the door. He will never be forgotten. Love you, Truman!! 

HouzZ

I have not been good about chronicling the construction process, but thought I would post a few exterior pictures. Sheetrock started this week so weare hopeful to move in in t-60 days!! 

Little moment of bliss..

I figured I Better post this now before the moment passes and it's ten years (or ten minutes) from now and the sweetness subsides. I wish I had a picture, I'm good, but not that good, and am not a selfie taker, especially while roller skating. Just wanted to share the moment of joy of  flying around a skating rink with Rhett clutching my hand for dear life while belting out Frozen. Kinda hope he never gets the hang if it :)  Sadly, "who let the dogs out" was next and the woofing kind of ruined the moment...

Oh and in case you wondered.. Out temporary home is less than a mile from the rink! Consider the positives! 

Remley has won limbo 3 times and  counting!

More birthdays..

Seems everyone is getting older! My friend Melissa celebrated her 40th. The girls had a good time celebrating downtown. It's been awhile since I have done that circuit.. Wow. Kind of scary to think exactly how long... 

Rhett 6!!!

Rhett celebrated his birthday a few times this year. We had lunch with him on Wednesday and brought in treats to share with the class. This kind of confused him and he seemed happy when he got to celebrate again on Saturday AND Sunday! The cousins came over for a camp out and they all enjoyed playing on the "waterside" into the pond, playing stone tag (?), getting insanely filthy and just running wild. The night ended with a bang and lots of fireworks. Sunday (the real birthday) was again spent playing with cousins and swimming at the marina pool. Happy birthday to Rhett!! 

This is Remley and Rhett waiting on Cally and Cannon's arrival. They had such patience, sitting there for over an hour. 

Score!

Remley and Rhett have been enjoying sports the last few months, but their seasons came to an end. Both players did great and had fun along the way! Remley and the purple piranhas all came a long way and she really enjoyed playing! I have to say, she's one of the fastest in the league! Coach agreed! Rhett continued to be one of the only kids who can throw from third to first base- oh so proud!

Post season party!

Rhett and Sam... Off to the pros! 

The kids have also been busy with school activities. On Friday, the family got to tag along on a field trip to Kiawah, where we had lots of fun! 

Mother's Day weekend

I had a great Mother's Day weekend! Saturday I spent time with my own mom, shopping, taking a terrarium class, and enjoying dinner together. Sunday the children had so many handmade gifts for me, some of which were amusing. Like Rhett's mom questionnaire that said when I was little, I like to play with "my brother" - somehow my dad used to be my brother... 

 

He also made me breakfast in a bag, as well as gave me one of his special $2 bill, reminding me the other day I said I didn't have any of the green paper money!

Remley made some great things also and I was moved to tears at the gift from her teacher... No more homework!! 

We all spent the morning at the beach and David and I actually got to sit down after Vera decided she liked it! 

I spent the afternoon roller skating with Remley and Rhett. I will take any chance I get to hold hands with my little boy Rhett, who is still getting the hang of it. Remley truly looked like a flying toothpick whipping around out there! David grilled perfection steaks for dinner! I enjoyed my day so much and am so thankful for my wonderful children, mother, and mother in law!

TBT

I have often wondered about this TBT I keep randomly seeing on social media. I have to say that a few days ago, I expierenced déjà vu, when I took a step back in time and took Vera to the playground down the street from our old house. I would walk the kids there Every, Day. Warm, cold, no matter! Vera was very excited when she got to play in the sandbox and loved watching the boats go by. Therefore, I can only assume that TBT is throw back Thursday! I would love to post a picture here but I really have to dig, and since out life is on hold while we build, these cute ones of V will have to do! 

In other news, the house is coming along nicely and David is doing a great job! Every day there is a new headache, but I suppose it comes with the territory. He was even able to sneak off and deplete the oceans mahi mahi supply!

Remley has been busy learning, and Growing up! I catch myself looking at her and thinking she looks 20! She has had a great school year and just finished standardized testing. Second highest in her class!

I got to attend Rhett's field trip to the park where we caught bugs, scooped up tadpoles and played. Unfortunatley, Rhett expierenced his first sting, so I am glad I was there! He was pretty brave though!