Our month of April was so relaxing and carefree. We had no responsibilities, no deadlines, nowhere to be...we ate chocolate and meatballs with wild abandon and enjoyed the company of 2 of our favorite people.
And then we came home.
Coming home was hard...we missed our home and dear, sweet friends but I did not miss responsibility, deadlines and having multiple places to be...sometimes at the same time. We had missed LOTS of school and had LOTS of stuff to make up and turn in. I started working part-time in May and while I love my new job, it was a little stressful to start when I did. (I was supposed to start next fall!) I am working as the new parent volunteer coordinator at my children's charter school. Love the woman I work with, love the amazing volunteers at our school, love all the fabulous events that take place, love being a part of things...it was just a little sooner than I had anticipated. Things have been crazy...but we have also had some very bright moments. Here are some of the highlights of the last month:
1) Matthew & Jacob finishing their spring soccer seasons!
Matthew defending that goal with his life!
He was such an intense, dedicated player!
And everything is more fun with your best friend by your side.
You will have to trust me that Jacob played soccer as well. Apparently we didn't document his season very well. I love that my boys love soccer. It is a fun sport to watch and both of them have gained alot of confidence and skill in their playing. Their games are actually exciting and I find myself jumping up and down in my lawn chair and a little hoarse at the end. One of these days I'll break out my little pom outfit for the games...show some real spirit.
2) We celebrated our favorite spring birthdays!
Two of my darling nieces and one amazing grandmother all have their birthdays during April and May. Each year, Chip and ML have hosted a stunning birthday party in their splendid backyard. It always feels like we are shaking off the horrid cocoons of winter and emerging into the warm, lovely days of spring. We eat out on the patio under the white pergola and watch the kids race from one end of the yard to the other and devour food that is delicious and fresh and marvel at ML's grace and eleganced unbelievable culinary skills. I love our spring ritual...
The birthday girls!
3) A 3rd Grade Roman Festival
If you have the chance to be a room parent for one of your children...do it. We have had loads of unusual fun! This was no exception...we wore togas and sandals. 
We feasted, crafted, played games, and lounged on pillows while watching the chariot scene from Ben-Hur...when was the last time you watched that scene? It is absolutely fabulous!
4) Preschool Graduation
Two of Hannah's favorite preschool friends!
Waiting on the bleachers for the action to begin.
HB had a riveting part in "I Know An Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly." We laughed, we cried...we are expecting a Tony nomination.
Contemplating her recent diploma.
HB's other favorite preschool buddy!
5) A Mustache Fetish
A few days ago, my sister posted a fabulous blog about fake mustaches. And just a couple of days later, I was cleaning out my oldest son's drawer and I discovered a "stash of 'staches". Is it possible that it is a genetic thing?
6) A Snowstorm That I Don't Want To Talk About
These are pictures from the END of May people. Can you appreciate my pain?
There was also a dance festival, field day, dance class, end of school, etc.
Stay tuned for the last day of school blog...we had an adventure that included a 3-story playground and a whole bunch of trampolines!
