Happy 4th of July!

We've celebrated all week long it seems! We enjoyed the Helena fireworks with great friends this weekend, shot of our own fireworks Monday night (with the Scoggins) while Daddy was off, and then we visited JNN to see Daddy and enjoy some good BBQ on Wednesday. JNN was rocking that day - Paul was a tired man when he got home.

Graham loves the fireworks, Catherine was unsure about them...

Everyone celebrated the parachute fireworks

Happy 4th Rob!

Graham picks the next fireworks to be lit. (Daddy did the lighting)

Rob is surprised!

We love sparklers!

Baskets of beans!

Farmer Graham picked us some dinner!

Summer is hard work!

Shhh... they are sleeping! Summer fun can be hard work!

Fun times at Alabaster City Fest

Saturday was Alabaster City Fest, which means friends, music, inflatables and fun! Thanks to Jim N Nicks and their catering for the bands, Paul received some VIP passes which meant we had an awesome time! Several bands took the stage throughout the day, including Everclear and Lonestar. Ashley spent the day with us, and the kiddos never stopped! Noah G and his Granny Sharon (our friends from the Holy Spirit) joined up with us, and we jumped and slid in every single inflatable they had until the sun went down. Graham did the Bungie Bounce, giggling the whole time. When he jumped the highest, we could hear him scream, "Look, Mama, I'm touching space!" Rob played the Strong Man game and smashed the bell with no help, but his absolute favorite was the carnival swing - he never stopped smiling. With the wonderful kiddos and beautiful weather, it was a great day! Here are some of our pics to share:

Rob, Ashley and Graham waiting for the band

Ashley and Rob start a cow/bat fight

Rob loves the swings!

Noah G played in the inflatables with us.

Rob paused for one whole second in the jump house

Rob plays the Strong Man game! Yes, he hit the bell!

Graham is ready to fly!

Graham on the Bungie Bounce 

VBS at the Shore!

It was time to head to the beach! The first weekend of June was VBS at the Holy Spirit, and we went to the Rocky Point Lighthouse! It was a great weekend "at the shore" learning that God is our light, and learning ways to shine our light. We had several friends come and participate with us - we had a blast!

Candice lead the music, opening and closing ceremonies. Paul made a special appearance as Light Man and taught the kids how much fun it is to shine your light! Any man who is willing to be wrapped in rope light and dance around is a man who loves his kids. Paul/Light Man was a hit, and the kids reported he was their favorite part. Sunday morning, Candice led the kids while they lead the sermon and service music. We think it was the best VBS. Plus, it included "Amazing Grace," "This Little Light of Mine," and several Chris Rice songs - great music!

Graham, Ashley and Rob

Rob listened very attentively

Graham had a blast dancing

The kids played games and built lighthouses 

Graham shows off his Project with a Purpose Food Donation Bag

Rob takes his Food Donation Bag to the Giving Basket

Graham's Graduation

This May, Graham graduated from FUMCA Preschool. FUMCA held a very special night service with a dinner following. Graham had a wonderful, special evening, and was so thrilled his family was there to celebrate. Uncle Doss, Gran, Grandpa Glenn, Grammy, Papa, Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Adam were all there to celebrate with Graham. Off to Calera Elementary Kindergarten we go!

Graham and proud brother, Rob

Graham 

Graham receiving his diploma

Graham and graduates singing

FUMCA Spring Show

 This May the boys sang in the FUMCA Preschool Spring Program. They did some of their favorite songs (Jesus's Love Is Bubblin Over) as well as some new songs (Rocks Cry Out). It was Graham's last FUMCA show, but we had a sweet, wonderful time. The boys got pictures with their best buddies, and here are a few to share...

Rob and Roman, Best Buddies!

Graham and Ashley (on his right)

Rob, Graham, Nolan and Stephen

Fly Boys!

This weekend at the Shelby County Airport, the Ford Tri-motor Airplane is visiting. The boys went to check it out, and visited some other planes. When we walked around the Tri-motor, the pilot let us in the cockpit. We loved it! Rob says he will be a pilot someday! Graham says he will build airplanes for Rob to fly!

The Ford Tri-Motor

Boys in the cockpit

Graham's First Fish

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Graham's Falcon Copter

Graham (and a little help from Daddy) built an amazing Lego Falcon Copter... if the video above does not show, follow this link: http://youtu.be/DaZF5tiqpdg

Cameo with Rob Chenault.

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Gone Fishing

Little Fishermen

Off to find the right spot

Rob squealed with pride when he'd reel it in

Rob's happy fishing pose

Graham took Daddy's Dr. Pepper and enjoyed some quiet time. 

Graham sat and fished quietly and intently all morning.

Working Boys

Eye Spy

Graham's new invention; see ahead of you and above you, all hands free!

Can you find the monkeys?