a trip back home, celebrating the fourth

Our last stop on our tour de Tejas was Abilene. The kids and I got there a little earlier than planned due to Doak's infection. He was completely better by the time we got to Mom and Dad's so we just relaxed and enjoyed some extra time with my family!



Mom and Dad's backyard is so beautiful, shady, and the perfect place to play or get wet!



I have so many memories of eating watermelon in their backyard, spitting seeds across the green grass. I love that my big boy carries on that tradition now.



Brock sat in the shade of the sycamore tree and felt the grass in his toes for the first time. He loved watching the birds, the trees, and his siblings playing close by.



cool water on a hot afternoon



slip and slide



I don't think I know a boy who loves cars more than this one!



On July 4th we packed up our picnic blanket, some water, and snacks and went to a nearby neighborhood for a parade.



Dad was off work and we all enjoyed some quality time with Papa.



watching the parade together



mesmerized by the parade



I love seeing these two together-they are such good friends!



the whole fam



Brock loves his Cookie





Our fourth of July dinner table-Cookie is so fun to decorate for us!





What a great day to share together, and thank God for the blessings in our life!