May 2020 brought a bit more hope as we looked forward to the possibility that some things would reopen at least in some manner in the near future.
We celebrated the first day of May, St. Joseph the Worker's feast day, with some Italian doughnut hole type things. The kids loved them as you can see. :)
St. Joseph, pray for us!
There are always many snuggles and selfies and smiles and silly around here.
This has been a beautiful season of motherhood for me basking in the goofy antics and sweet smiles and so, so many snuggles.
Silly faces even became a fun game!
I told you!
So much SWEETNESS!
These two sweethearts (picture on left) got up early one morning to read their Bibles and write in prayer journals. These are the things that make my heart soar these days. Little ways that our faith is becoming their own and that Jesus is a friend at times not just an idea.
In May the weather started getting warm, so popsicles were purchased and enjoyed.
We got a new POPCORN maker when the old one huffed it's last.
I got to enjoy a beautiful afternoon with this sweetie who wanted some Mommy time. She wanted a walk to the park together, playing at the creek, and saying a chaplet. Done and FUN!
These two raced cars down the driveway with me.
Elise and I colored together. Sophie wanted in too. And Elise's Cozy Dozy Llama. :)
We've been having weekly Zooms with my family and we have found some creative ways to have even more fun on the Zoom calls. Like Madlibs.
More smiles and hugs.
These kiddos know what makes Mommy smile.
My wonderful friend dropped by with a gift. Keychains that I LOVE! Sts. Louis and Zelie and Mama Mary and St. Elizabeth. Megan, you are the best and these friends make me smile so often when I'm out and about.
More Cozy Dozy love
We did a lot of exploring together. This is a "new" (to us) waterfall that we found off a trail near us.
More of the girls' art work from (distance learning) school.
Chris' brother Ethan's sweet girlfriend sent the kiddos a care package. It was just the sweetest thing ever filled with stuff they love. Crafts, toys, candy, and games. Thank you, Cianna!
Kayla finished her Marian consecration on the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima.
We celebrated with a yummy cheesecake Kayla helped me make and decorate.
Saw a little snake at our park
The local pools hadn't opened yet, but our neighbors kiddie pool opened so we headed over for some fun in the sun (and in the water!).
Ava did a presentation on St. Kateri, the first Native American Saint, for school. She had to make a little doll and write up a report and present it on Zoom. She did such a great job. I'm so proud of my shy little sweetheart.
Sometimes when I buy fruit, Elise draws pictures on it for me.
I love that sweet, goofy girl. She always makes me smile.
The kids and I were able to sneak out for some hikes together.
Beautiful views and some great exercise.
We love, love, love to explore God's creation, even if it's a trail we've been on over and over again, his beauty and goodness is always there reminding us of His great love.
Mid-hike snack and water break
When Sophie gets ahold of my phone I find cute Sophie selfies.
Another fun baking adventure.
Chris' Covid hair
Kayla wanted to plant a Mary garden, so we went and found flowers.
Game time and gorgeous flowers in neighborhood yards
My sweet son gave me a foot bath/rub when we sat by the creek one day.
He is such a little tender heart.
Meanwhile, Elise drew me water pictures. It was a lovely afternoon being loved on my these kiddos.
First blooms of the year on Kayla's First Communion rose.
A late snow/freeze killed most of our lilacs, but I found a few and brought them in to enjoy.
The scent was AMAZING.
Thank you, Jesus, for your goodness!
double rainbow on the way to celebrate a dear friend's birthday!
Happy birthday, Caitlin!
You are an amazing woman and the best kind of friend. You are loyal, generous, kind, a good listener, and a ton of FUN!
Shaleane did an amazing job making everything look so beautiful for our at home spa night.
I am so blessed to have an incredible group of friends. Thank you, ladies, for a super fun night at the "spa" treating ourselves and laughing together.
I finished my Marian consecration on the last day of May--the Feast of the Visitation. Found some lovely flowers to add to the celebration.
We love you, Mama!
