Benjamin's FIRST Father-Son Campout!
Jonathan took Benjamin on his first campout this past Friday night! We talked about it ALL week ... and I think Benjamin was most excited about the staying up late, eating choclate (trail mix), and playing with the flashlight ... which they did ALL of the above! A big THANKS to Jonathan for being such a GREAT dad!!
Last Saturday I had the bake sale fund raiser that I've been planning for months now! The weather held out and it didn't rain until we had packed up - but the turn out was less than favorable! I had LOTS of wonderful friends donate baked items ... and we earned about $175 to help clean up Goodale Park - which will be our Ward Service Project this coming Saturday!
We are planning to buy some plants ... we will see how far the money takes us!
Our family took a trip to Columbus, Georgia for Jonathan's grandfather's funeral. We had a nice time visiting with family and also saying a farewell to Grandaddy. Benjamin was very good and even said goodbye to Grandaddy as well - telling everyone that
"Gandaddy in heben wif Jesus". We told him that Grandaddy's spirit had gone to heaven - and that we would see him again. While in Columbus, we also got to see Jonathan's Grandma Sarah - and also eat at her cafe' - Evelyn's Cafe'. Benjamin and I shared: meatloaf, creamed corn, turnips, and macaroni and cheese - along with corn shaped cornbread- a true southern meal!
"Gandaddy in heben wif Jesus". We told him that Grandaddy's spirit had gone to heaven - and that we would see him again. While in Columbus, we also got to see Jonathan's Grandma Sarah - and also eat at her cafe' - Evelyn's Cafe'. Benjamin and I shared: meatloaf, creamed corn, turnips, and macaroni and cheese - along with corn shaped cornbread- a true southern meal!
Here we are at the Columbia Riverbanks Zoo! We went with friends to celebrate Benjamin's friend, Hayden's 3rd Birthday! Benjamin's favorite was the barn owl - and kept saying, "our house, our house?" - I had to tell him that the owl had to stay at the zoo! We loved watching the gorillas being fed, feeding the birds, giraffe, goats and seeing all of the amazing animals!
So... life will not be slowing down at the Owens's home... Jonathan and I will put in as much work as we can in the next 48 hours... and then Tuesday night - head down to the BEACH - St. George Island for some family time... and spring cleaning at the beach house! Now all Benjamin can talk about is swimming in the pool, going to the beach... and picking up shells.
Just a side note... the little potty is coming with us... because when at home - Benjamin is now almost exclusively using it... and not his diapers! YIPPEE - wouldn't that be great- no more diapers for a #2 birthday wish for MOM!
9 comments:
This post is so cute - I love seeing what you guys are up to. You're so busy! It was great to see you in Columbus, Mary I need to plan a day trip to Augusta while I am out of school. You'll have to let us know your schedule and when you'll be in town! Yay for Benjamin and potty training - that's SO exciting.
Hey Rachel, it was so cool seeing you Saturday! Matt and I were saying afterwards how you look just like you did back when we were kids together in young womens. Still so cute! I can't believe you have an almost two year old. Sounds like you had a good weekend and have fun on vacation!
That's great Benjamin is almost out of diapers!! I think Lilli is digressing. She no longer tells me when she has to go. I'm totally bummed. But I'm not giving up. I'm hoping to have her potty trained by the time we have a second baby. We'll see! But you guys are always on the go! How fun!!!
Had fun seeing y'all at the festival...glad that you made THAT much...considering! :)
Goodness you guys are all over the place! I love reading about your adventures and am looking forward to our first family camping trip this month! ya-hoo...any tips??
camping with daddy??! that is the cutest thing. there is nothing sweeter than seeing a great dad spending time with his kids...so cute. your little family sure does keep busy!...looks like a lot of fun though.
First of all, Brody is wearing Bridger's pants in the picture, not to mention that the hand he is putting in his mouth is FILTHY! Second, you guys are so busy!!! I'm glad you are having so much fun as a family. And third, Megan looks thrilled to death to be at the zoo! =)
Cute pictures guys, Rachel you are the ultimate homemaker!
I love the pic. of you and all the girls! :) I enjoyed getting to know you at Jessica's stamping party and at the Stk. events. We need to have a girls night out. Come visit my blog at wilkinworldofwonder.blogspot.com
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