Back in the Saddle
I'm not sure where to begin...
Oh how I have missed this blog. For several years, this was a place to write, share pictures and capture what was going on in our lives.
However as the years have gone by, life has gotten busier and other things have become more of a priority and taken more of my time - and for good reason. But I'd be lying if I said I didn't immensely miss this space and the opportunity to journal and reflect on photos we've taken. Over the past year and a half or so, I've thought about blogging more times than I can count and mentioned it to John on many, many occasions (just ask him). The desire is always there, but the time I'd like to devote to it always isn't.
I really want to blog again on a somewhat regular basis. And for me that may be 1-2 times a month to start - and that's okay. I am hoping to play a little catch up and highlight a few things that have gone on in 2018 thus far or I may just start where we are now and go forward.
For now, here's a little taste of a few things going on in our world.
We decided to do a small vegetable garden this year. We did a joint one with our neighbors last year, but since the moved (boo - more on that later) that wasn't an option this year so we put together a small raised bed in the backyard. We have 2-3 containers as well. We planted lettuce, tomatoes, onions, squash, okra, strawberries, jalapeno and cilantro. We're hoping it does really well this year - so far so good! Last year we had a problem with bunnies and squirrels so we lined the entire outside of the garden with plastic forks (thanks Pinterest for that idea). Fingers crossed that it'll work! Parker painted popcicle sticks for garden markers and I wrote what each plant was on them.
I have become a lover of feeding the birds. We started with one feeder and that has turned into feeding the squirrels ears of corn and carrots to the bunnies. Perhaps if we feed them their own food, they'll leave the garden be. It's been really neat to watch the variety of birds that land on and around our feeders. They are so pretty and interesting - so many colors and neat to listen to! Our personal favorite is the Painted Bunting.
Here is one of the said squirrels. We love to feed them and watch them, but no trespassing in the garden!
Over Easter weekend, our sweet and wonderful neighbors of 3 1/2 years moved. (Insert sad face and tears - there were lots of tears) They are currently living in a rent house while they build a house on more land further east from here. While they won't be too terribly far, it's just not the same without them living right next door. The Burden kids have been so sweet to Parker over the last few years - we have grown to love them as our own! We went beyond neighbors and friends, but became more like family. Oh the memories we created between our two houses and yards - it was fun sharing life together and we sure miss them!
We have gone to see their land a couple of times and will enjoy watching the process as they build their new home. One Friday night we all drove out to see the dirt work they had done and Parker had a blast playing in the dirt and trees for an hour.
In Parker news...
He's getting really good at riding his bigger boy bike that he got from Santa. The other night he and I rode to the end of the street and back and time or two and it was so fun!
He also still loves books and our weekly trip to the library. He reads so well for his age. I hope his love and thirst for reading and being read to never fades.
The calm after the storm - we got quite a bit of rain over two days!
Oh how I have missed this blog. For several years, this was a place to write, share pictures and capture what was going on in our lives.
However as the years have gone by, life has gotten busier and other things have become more of a priority and taken more of my time - and for good reason. But I'd be lying if I said I didn't immensely miss this space and the opportunity to journal and reflect on photos we've taken. Over the past year and a half or so, I've thought about blogging more times than I can count and mentioned it to John on many, many occasions (just ask him). The desire is always there, but the time I'd like to devote to it always isn't.
I really want to blog again on a somewhat regular basis. And for me that may be 1-2 times a month to start - and that's okay. I am hoping to play a little catch up and highlight a few things that have gone on in 2018 thus far or I may just start where we are now and go forward.
For now, here's a little taste of a few things going on in our world.
We decided to do a small vegetable garden this year. We did a joint one with our neighbors last year, but since the moved (boo - more on that later) that wasn't an option this year so we put together a small raised bed in the backyard. We have 2-3 containers as well. We planted lettuce, tomatoes, onions, squash, okra, strawberries, jalapeno and cilantro. We're hoping it does really well this year - so far so good! Last year we had a problem with bunnies and squirrels so we lined the entire outside of the garden with plastic forks (thanks Pinterest for that idea). Fingers crossed that it'll work! Parker painted popcicle sticks for garden markers and I wrote what each plant was on them.
This is a picture from the day we planted it, but it has already changed and grown in the last couple of weeks. Stay tuned - we'll keep you posted on our harvest.
Here is one of the said squirrels. We love to feed them and watch them, but no trespassing in the garden!
We've also done plethora of flower planting over the last 2-3 weeks. We have planted some pots for the porch, hanging baskets and updated our front two flower beds. All of our plants did really well last year and we're hoping the same for this year!
He's getting really good at riding his bigger boy bike that he got from Santa. The other night he and I rode to the end of the street and back and time or two and it was so fun!
A couple of weeks ago, Parker wrapped up this year's round of swimming lessons. He did so well in the water - swimming is definitely his cup of tea! We are trying to think of a way he can enjoy more time swimming outside of simple swimming lessons. He's quite the little fish!
Last Thursday, Parker had a dentist appointment so he didn't go to therapy. He's made so much progress at the dentist - I'm so proud of him! Plus we cannot say enough wonderful things about Parker's dentist and staff - the absolute best in caring for Parker's dental needs. We had planned to do some fun things after the dentist, but a storm was fast approaching so we ran by the library and I picked up lunch for Parker then we enjoyed the rest of the stormy day at home! I am grateful for the help he is receiving for some of his issues, but I sure miss having him at home during the day!
Last Friday night I went to the Royse City Golden Debs Spring Show to watch Haley (the oldest daughter of our neighbors who moved). She's been on the drill team for four years and served as Captain this year. She'll graduate in a couple of weeks - I can't believe it. It was a really good show and she did a beautiful job in all of the dances.
While I was gone, Parker declared it "Guy's Night". He was so cute and wanted me to make a sign for it. He must know how much I love making signs and labeling things - ha! We ordered pizza and they had a big time playing Mario Kart on the Wii and watching a little TV. Parker also requested homemade chocolate chip cookies so we made those as well! They had such a fun time while I was gone.
Kuddos to you if you are still reading this! Just a bit of an update to start, but hopefully there's more to come as I am able and have time.
Blog sweet blog, you have been dearly missed!
Until we meet again...
Blog sweet blog, you have been dearly missed!
Until we meet again...
Riley
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