Showing posts with label Visiting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Visiting. Show all posts

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Thank You, Veterans

This afternoon we went with our HEART homeschool group to the TN State Veterans Home. Tomorrow is Veteran's Day & we went to thank them for their service to our country.

After finally finding where we were to be the kids performed in a little Talent Show. Elvis was the first one to perform. Poor boy. He was scared to death! It's not easy being the first one to go up.

I talked to him & then asked Boo to go up with him for support. Soon he was singing his first song.

The next song was another from church. He sings it with the Kids Praise Team all the time. The leader loved that it had dancing and motions.

Here's my boy singing & dancing for the Veterans.

Sweet Pea performed two of her patterns for everyone.

Red Belt! Watch out!

She ended with a big 'Hi-yah!'

Bugs acted out the part of Yankee Doodle while Boo sang the song.

He was so precious riding his horse!

Boo sang 'The Star Spangled Banner'.

All the residents that could stand did as did all the visitors & employees. I could tell that hearing her sing this song meant a lot.
A few of the other kids played the piano for their talent. They did very well.

After the Talent Show the kids passed out cards they had made for the residents. One of the employees led us on a small tour of the facility where we had the opportunity to meet more residents.

This lady, Betty, enjoyed listening to Bugsy tell his story of how he is named after his great-grandfather. He told her all about him too.

Princess' favorite part was going and shaking hands with the Veterans.

She showed no hesitation or fear & was completely adorable.

She was precious. She walked right up on her own, stuck out her hand & then shook hands. Sometimes we paused for a bit so a hug could be given.


Boo & Bugs thanking one of the Veterans.

I was proud of all the kids. I hope we are able to go back again soon. It was an honor and a pleasure to be able to thank them for all they have done for us.


Thursday, December 10, 2009

Uncle Darin

Right before Thanksgiving my brother Darin came to town. He stopped in on a Saturday much to the delight of Dave, the kids & I. Later that night he came back & took the kids to a bonfire a friend of his was hosting. The kids had a blast. They adore their "Uncle D" and this was the best present he could have given them - his time. Dave, Princess & I stayed home and had a quiet dinner & a Netflix movie. It was nice. We're hoping to see Darin again soon!

Three monkeys in our backyard tree.



CONGA!

Uncle Darin is such fun!

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Hangin Out

We had such a nice time hanging out & spending time together during Grannie & Grandpa's visit.

Playing ball. Grandpa & Grannie played earlier but I was delivering a meal & missed getting pics.


Elvis at bat.



Sky & the neighbor's dog face off.



Bugs liked using the big, blue ball.


Running the bases.



Grandpa enjoyed spending time with his youngest grandchild.


Princess liked smiling at Grandpa.





Enjoying some homemade ice cream. Thanks, Grannie!


Yum!

Homemade ice cream with hot fudge sauce & lemonade. Dave says every drink looks scrumptious in my giant Coke glass. LOL!

Grannie, Princess, & Sassy


Grannie & Princess have some snuggle time.





Monday, September 29, 2008

Family

It happened that the weekend we were up at Nana's her baby brother, his wife & her nephew and his girlfriend were planning on stopping in for an afternoon visit. This time with my relatives was greatly cherished. I was even more thrilled that Sweet Pea could be there too and meet these special people. With everyone scattered around the country & having so many in the family it is very important to me to grab hold of the times we do have.

We spent the afternoon in Nana's living room chatting, laughing & swapping stories. It was a time I will always remember. I hope Sweet Pea will too.



My Great Uncle Elliot
(Nana's "baby" brother")


My Great Aunt Peggy (Sweet Pea's Great GREAT Aunt!) & Nana


2nd Cousin John


We had quite a few laughs over this fish. My cousin Graham had sent it to Nana from China & it is supposed to tell you your personality & such based on the way the fish reacts. It was funny seeing if everyone's predictions of one another came true.



Aunt Peggy's Turn


Brother & Sister
I hadn't seen Uncle Elliot since I was in high school & I had forgotten how much he & Nana look alike! There is no doubt they are brother & sister. They even share the same sense of humor and many mannerisms. Cool to see with my own eyes & heart.