Father's Day!

The boys and I went shopping earlier in the week for Ben's Father's Day gift. We got him a gift package of his favorite cologne. The boys couldn't wait and gave him his gift and card on Saturday. That was his night off and we wanted to enjoy his day off. We took him out to dinner later that day. Lukas actually made this card in school. Nothing beats homemade cards from your children. We both think it's very creative and LOVE it! The little drawing on the left is Ben and Lukas playing soccer together, but he forgot to draw the soccer ball:D...TOO CUTE!

Dear Ben,

You're the most amazing father! You sacrifice so much for our family. There aren't many father's out there who compare to you. The way you work, get home and stay up all day with the kids, and do this on only 4 hours of sleep a day. You really are the world's greatest Dad. I am truly blessed and thank God for you everyday. I know how hard it is on you and I appreciate you so much. You and the boys are my world! Here's to many more Father's Day. I love you babe!

Splish Splash!

These pictures were from last weekend. We had a get together last Saturday with some friends. The boys had so much fun hanging out with their friend, Tyler!

Idlewild ~ USW Day

Today, we went to Ben's company picnic (United Steel Workers) at Idlewild. We thought we were going to get rained out, but it turned out to be nice day. This year, we decided to skip Story Book Forest and Soak Zone. Lukas said that all he wanted to do was "RIDE"...so that's what we did!

The first ride we rode was the balloon ride. We all got to ride it together:) Surprisingly, Landon was able to ride a lot of the "big" rides this year. He rode the big Ferris Wheel and even rode the Rollo Coaster! Yes, that's right. We couldn't believe it either. It's a 900 foot wooden coaster. They took a picture going down the first hill, and after the ride you can look at them and have the option to purchase it. Well, by Landon's expression, you'd think that he was terrified on the ride. Lukas couldn't stop laughing and wanted to buy it, but we passed. He didn't cry, but seemed a little shocked. After we got off, he said that he liked it and wanted to do it again. After he rode that roller coaster, he was a riding maniac. We took them to Raccoon Lagoon twice and they rode all the rides 2 or 3 times, we rode the train, and took them to Jumpin' Jungle twice and rode all the rides they were big enough for in Olde Ildewild.

We had so much fun this year. Lukas was ready to leave by 7pm and we had to carry Landon out kicking and screaming "I don't wanna leave"!

Apollo ~ Relay 4 Life

The boys and I went to the Apollo Relay for Life tonight. The boys look forward to going to the track to run. Ben had to work, so he couldn't go. We love to go the night they light the luminaria. It's definitely a heart felt experience and great to support this cause.

We've lost many loved ones to cancer. Let's HOPE to find a cure soon!

Landon's 1st dental exam

Landon is absolutely, deathly, afraid of the dentist. We have been trying to get his teeth looked at/cleaned since he turned two. Today, Ben had a routine cleaning and convinced Landon to get his teeth cleaned. Lukas even helped out and kept telling him "It'll be OK, buddy. It won't hurt and you'll be done before you know it." Ben said that he did extremely well and was so excited to get his own case with his blue Crayola toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss. And, of course he got all kinds of goodies from the treasure chest. Ben even treated them to McDonald's for lunch for doing so well:) We are so glad he's finally visited the dentist! Way to go, Landon:)

Last Day of School!

Today, was Lukas's last day of first grade! He brought all kinds of stuff home. Many goodies from his teacher and lots of paperwork, projects, and art pieces he did throughout the year. His teacher also sent home activities for him to practice during the Summer. He also said that his class made ice cream today! She sent home the recipe, so we'll have make some soon.

The Vandergrift Pool sponsored a "Kick of Summer" event and after I got home from work, the boys I and headed to the pool for an hour and a half. Lukas was so excited to go and swim with his friends. He was so excited that he was the first one outside and opened up all the car doors for us. He thought it would get us there faster! When we got there, a bunch of boys were yelling out his name. It was a little strange to see all of this and to watch him run off with his friends. He's getting so big!

I went through his book bag tonight and took some pictures of his first grade work that he brought home. Lukas, you did an exceptional job this year. We are SUPER PROUD of you!

Good Luck next year in 2nd grade...we know you'll do great!

Summer has officially begun!