He Is Risen!

We celebrated Easter from Charlotte this year!  It was nice not to be rushed and to just enjoy time at church and being home all afternoon.  We all served in various roles after the early service and then came home to enjoy some mac & cheese and chicken nuggets. :)  The kids were able to find their baskets super quickly this year and loved their treats.

 So thankful to serve a risen Lord!!  He is Risen, He is Risen Indeed!

Special Treats!

While on a shipt shop this weekend I happened to notice that this UNC cookie cake was on sale, way cheaper than all the other ones, so I thought why not treat the kids?!?  Maybe it's a sign for our still undecided high school senior. LOL

 Then, finally today we were able to venture uptown to check out the brand new Cakeable Cafe.  Savannah has wanted to go for awhile and unfortunately, we missed the free drink trial days, but it was still super fun to enjoy hot chocolate and see the beautiful cafe where so many students will continue to develop their workforce skills.

8th Grade Survivor Retreat

This weekend was super special for both kids . . . they were able to attend our church's Survivor retreat!!  It's an event just for 8th graders, to prepare them for the transition into high school.  When Savannah was in 8th grade they didn't have the same experience due to Covid, so when she was asked to attend as one of the senior leaders she was thrilled!!

They competed as different tribes throughout the weekend in various challenges and also had small group sessions, along with worship and teaching.  Preston was thrilled that his tribe ended up winning by a lot!  Here is a photo dump from the weekend ;)

On Saturday night parents were invited to attend for a few challenges, worship, and a special torch ceremony.  It was awesome to be there with both kiddos.  

This may be the very spot where Savnnah was eaten (almost alive) by red ants.  UGH!  She had at least 20 bites on her stomach and legs when she got home, despite wearing tall rain boots. 

It was a fabulous weekend for both kids and us too.  They arrived home at lunch today, super tired and ready for a hot shower. So thankful for the opportunities provided by our church to intentionally invest in and train our children. :)

Loving School Soccer

 Preston is loving being on the JMR school soccer team.  He has been able to play in the striker position, which he is enjoying as well.  Today they won in penalty kicks after tying in regular game play.  It was a fantastic game!

Preston's First School Soccer Game

 

Preston has been so torn about which sport to try out for at school.  For months if I asked him what I could pray about for him he would faithfully say, which sport he should try out for. He ran track last year but at the last minute, decided to try out for soccer this year.  Even after making the soccer team he was second-guessing his decision to play, but I reminded him that 120 kids tried out for 18 spots so he should follow through with soccer.  The first game was today and the coaches decided to put him in the striker position; he did AMAZING!  He had some great saves and a beautiful assist too.

Not the best pictures, but I assure you there is no doubt this kid made the right decision and is thoroughly enjoying his new school team.  They ended up winning 4-2 so it's always nice to get a win. 

Savannah's Final Cotillion Class

Senior Cotillion Assistants with Mrs. Cohn & Ashley

 After attending the class for two years as a student and working for five, tonight was Savannah's last time working as an assistant at Cotillion.  She has learned so much more than just about manners and dancing from Mrs. Cohn and Ashley . . .  and truly has been a vital part of the assistant team over the past few years.  So, rightfully so, tonight was quite emotional for her.  This has been a job she loved and sadly this is the first of many finals before she heads off to college.  

Big First for Savannah - VOTING!!

Today was a much anticipated, long-awaited day for Savannah.  She was able to vote for the first time!  Although she isn't quite 18, in NC the law says that if you will be of age and able to vote in the general election then you are allowed to vote in the primary as well.  She did some research this morning on each of the positions and (after the dentist) off we all went to vote!  It was truly an exciting event. :) 

When we were checking in the sweet older lady was so excited when she found out Savannah was a first time voter.  After checking us both in she came up behind us and made this huge announcement to the entire center to which Savannah received a large round of applause.  It was quite embarrassing and certainly a day she won't forget.  After her moment of glory, the lady handed Preston two cookies and said she didn't want him to feel left out.  

 It was truly a special day for us and I'm so thankful to have been able to share it with my girl!