Atlanta Day 3

I was so impressed with how much there was to do at Stone Mountain. I thought getting there around Noon and then staying until the laser light show (at 9:30) would have given us more than enough time. It turns out, we could have spent more than one day there!

Here is Todd, Mimi, and Jayden at the ropes course:

The "Duck ride" and putt-putt:

Jayden climbing the rock wall:

I tried a zillion, ok maybe 5, times to get this picture to rotate...you get the idea ;-)

Lots of walking:

The view from "on top":

The Laser light show:

Atlanta Day 2

The Children's museum was AWESOME! Thank you Cory for suggesting it! There was an interactive ball system, trains, building, farming, dress up, grocery shopping, painting, fishing and a parade! I don't know who enjoyed it more...the adults or the kids.

The sea aquarium had different areas that you could explore at your own leisure and double back if you wanted. We saw sharks, whales, manta rays, otters, alligators, penguins, and LOTS of fish!

Come back tomorrow to see our trip to Stone Mountain!

Atlanta Day 1

Last week, we (Todd, Mindy, Jayden, Ry, Mimi, and Grandaddy) went to Atlanta for 4 days for a summer vacation.

On Monday, we drove from Gainesville to Atlanta. It took about 5 hours and we arrived in the early afternoon.

Mimi bought a dual dvd system for the suburban.

After checking into the downtown Marriott, thanks to Michelle, we walked to Olympic park. There were bounce houses set up for the kids and they had a great time!
That evening we went to see the Braves vs. Nationals. Although it was HOT and we didn't get to meet up with the Guenther's we had a great time!

We ate dinner at the Chop house and had perfect seats for the game. The Braves won 5-0 (all of the runs were scored in the 7th inning).




Come back tomorrow to see our trip to the Children's museum and sea aquarium!

Last day of school

Friday was Jayden and Ryland's last day at FUMPS (First United Methodist Preschool). Jayden started out in the 2 year old room in August 2007. And although we had some preschool drama the following year, I have been very impressed with the school.

Since Jayden is starting Kindergarten (gasp!) in PSL this fall, I've decided to move Ryland too. It only makes since that their schools are close together. Easier for drop-off and pick-up.
First day:
Last day:
Ms.Amanda and Jayden:
Ms. Rose and Ryland:A few things I want to remember about the day:

Jayden cried Friday night because he was going to miss Ms. Amanda. She always complimented him on what a good helper he was. Jayden shared many things he heard during "nap time" :-).

Ryland's last day daily report (which sums up the year) "Is happy and enjoys doing what he wants to do. But is working on following directions"

As an end-of-the-year treat, we went and saw Toy Story 3 that night. Although they both enjoyed it, ultimately, it ended in melt downs on the way home. Who said my children like routine and don't do well with spur of the moment plans?!

Happy Birthday Grandaddy

Jayden's gymnastics finale!

Top Five

M: Ry, who do you love?
R: LuLu
M: Who else?
R: Parker and Gator
M: Who else?
R: Mama
M: At least I made top 5, who else?
R: Da Da