Blue Ridge Mountains

James and I went to say Hi to Joseph at scout camp.  We also were able to enjoy a free hotel night in Waynesboro, Virginia, and a great hike to Crabtree Falls.

Happy Father's Day

I'm so grateful that James is such an awesome Dad.

Washington, DC

 Some of the fun stuff you can see downtown!

Summer Vacation

The kids started their summer vacation a little early.  After their math assessment, they got to can pickled beets with their Dad while I had to go to work.  After the morning at work, I was able to enjoy the rest of the week off as well. 

We went camping in Holliday Lake, where we tried out kayaks, canoes and a jon boat with an electric motor.  The first night we had a storm with some impressive thunder and lightning.  We stayed mostly dry in our tents.  While there we visited Appomattox Courthouse, and got pictures at the jail.

Our June Birthday

Happy Birthday to our new 8 year old.  We are so happy for her decision to be baptized.  We were also happy to be invited to her roller skating party and be able to celebrate with ice cream, Chinese food, cake and presents!

Pentagon Memorial

James and I had a nice bike ride up to the Pentagon Memorial.  About 16 miles.
I'm so glad that he has a bike now.

Memorial Day Weekend

We ended up having a really fun weekend... with some service, swimming, a movie night, the missionaries over, family games, a walk to the park, naps, painting with water colors, making butterfly wings, a family bike ride, and BBQ.  I often get more pictures of the girls than the boys... so I made sure to get at least one picture of the boys.  As is often the case, Jonas was reading a book, and Joseph was at the piano. 

We recently got a hitch for our minivan, and a bike rack.  Although there were a lot of pedestrians and other bikes on the road, it was a fun adventure to bike down (and up) Beacon hill, over the Wilson Bridge, to the Jones Point Lighthouse, on the George Washington bike trail.  The kids all did a great job!

 

Kayak Therapy

Since the weather was nice and we weren't with the kids as planned, we thought it would be fun to go out for some kayak therapy.  We had a good time exploring the Potomac near Dyke's Marsh.

Happy Mother's Day

Yesterday I wore one of Grandma Johanson’s dresses to church, to help celebrate Mother’s Day.  I have an amazing mother.  I have been blessed with several women I consider mother-in-laws.  I am grateful for my sister and sister-in-laws.  I have had many teachers, mentors, and friends.  I am so grateful for the righteous example of motherhood.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Good job to Joseph and the REACH Drama Club on their performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream!