With great excitement...

We went to the park for a picnic breakfast today. It is Joe's first day of vacation!!!!

A few weeks ago we took the training wheels off Jonathan's bike but then never got a chance to help him ride alone. So today we all went, with great excitement, to try riding without the training wheels. About 60seconds into the lesson Jonathan was riding alone! By the time we left he was riding around the circle that surrounds the park. We were all so excited.

Also, we all signed up for the summer reading program at the library today. This year they are doing the summer reading program for all ages, newborn-adult. Those special reading logs and prizes are sure as great motivator to read in this house. ;)

This afternoon we went to a celebration at a friend's house. This family had lost their house in the same fire that destroyed my mom and dad's home. With great excitement we rejoiced with them in their new home . How special to see the mother bringing her special touch for color and detail into their beautiful new home. She already had beautiful calligraphy around and other special touches that enhance the atmosphere and beauty of their home.