Summer Fun

This past month has been somewhat adventurous. Most of our time outside of the house has been spent in the yard and field. Frisbee, scooters, and balls galore! Apollo and I spend time outside every single day. We walk up and down the street. Sometimes we check the mail multiple times. Mostly, it is the only thing that calms the little guy down. Walking him in our street often puts him down for a nap. He just loves to be outside. Today, he helped me (somewhat) clean out the vacuum. It was a good opportunity to spray himself with the hose and try to eat rocks. Unfortunately, Lucian didn't care to join us in that adventure. Can't say I blame him, but I'm sure he could have gotten creative with the hose as well. We have been getting back into rainbow water, which is always a good time. Especially now that we can be outside with all the messy colors. Plus, we fill all the containers with the hose. He left some completed test tubes outside our front door from this past week and it managed to survive through a few storms (even high winds). It has been harder to get the big guy outside. He thinks it's too hot and too bright outside. It is. Sometimes I can still get him outside. Or make him wear sunglasses.

Poppy came to visit for a bit over a week, which was awesome. Lucian loved every second. He said Poppy is his best friend. They played a lot. He got  lots of needed attention, so thank you Poppy. Plus, that allowed Joe, Apollo, and I to make our trip to Austin. It was very hot, Apollo was overstimulated, and veggies required a search. We had a lot of fun. Apollo did great on the flights, which is good to know. We also managed to break two umbrellas due to wind bursts. In the end, it was worth the trip. I really enjoyed being in that area.

We didn't do any major fireworks on the fourth. That was the day we flew back from Texas, and we all ended up being pretty beat. I think Joe did a few morning glories with the boys. That was about it. Those are my personal favorites anyways. On the other hand, the sound of fireworks went on for about a week before and after the holiday. So, we did get our share of the blasting sound. On the bright side, Southwest gives one complimentary alcoholic beverage on the fourth of July.

And now we are in July. Wohoo! Every year passes faster and faster. Where has the time gone? The boys' birthday is rapidly approaching. Fall should be here before we know it. Lucian starts kindergarten, officially, at the end of July. Apollo is going to be one and walking before I know it. I'm trying to enjoy the time I have with them, but it isn't always easy. Sometimes it is very difficult. On those days, I just look at them when they sleep and smile; knowing we all survived the day and it will all be ok. So when Apollo is screaming hysterically from lack of sleep and digestive issues, Lucian is pretending to decapitate plushies, and the cats are deliberately trying to make me crazy by running at the door and hiding under the car, I know this time will pass and I will look back at it and miss the little things. I'll miss the smile on Apollo's face when he gets to eat something new. I'll miss Lucian calling me a butt head and signing a catchy song about it. I'll miss when Lucian tells me that he loves me forever and wants me to snuggle him. I'll miss when either one gives me a hug for no reason without me having to ask. I'll miss when Lucian tries to trick me into giving him treats because he "wants to share it with" me. I look at them every single day and know I'm blessed with some really special children in my life.  Regardless of the struggles and hard times, we love and appreciate each other. Now if only time could slow down and we could enjoy our happy moments more. I'm afraid I might miss some important moments just by trying to capture them.

Live in the moment, make memories, or the moment will pass you by.