Right before school let out (yes, I'm way behind on blogging), the boys had their first lake day, followed by a pizza night, and topped off with some star gazing! Being able to hop on a jet ski with your girlfriend and swim the afternoon away with your buddies at the lake beach, is hard to beat!! At this point, summer was so close, we were already jumping in!
Once Remi got home from school (remember Roen played hooky for the afternoon), we let the birthday boy open all his presents! Lots of clothes, cologne and some new golf shoes! It is of the upmost importance to Roen to look good and smell good.... clothes and cologne always make this boy a happy camper!
After presents, he and Micah set off for some afternoon golf! Followed by the traditional birthday dirt cake and tacos for dinner (Roen's request). It was a pretty fantastic Tuesday celebrating the baby of the family!
It's not hard to make this boy happy, and he was all smiles, all day!
This boy went to school for a whopping hour before I checked him out to go get that coveted learner's permit! We were sure to bring everything but the kitchen sink, and after what felt like an eternity, we left with a little piece of paper that said Roen could now drive me around... woohoo! This passenger princess now has 3 drivers at her disposal!
Micah met us up at the DMV, and we took Roen out for lunch before we let him skip the rest of the day to do as he pleased... turns out, watching Flash on Netflix (in bed) was his 'playing hooky' wish!
This was Roen's first day to ever drive on a public road, much less in town with other cars, stop signs, crosswalks, and traffic lights, but he did great! He did request me as his co-pilot because somehow, I have been voted 'parent least likely to freak out in the passenger seat'!
This was one happy day for our boy!!
Both boys got recognized at this year's Sports Banquet! This is always a fun night for all the Wildcat varsity athletes, and there are so many reasons I am proud of this golf season!
Roen: Co-MVP of the Year, First Team All-District
Remi: Second Team All-District
This was also my very last booster club event to host, and there is no way it would have been as much fun without these ladies by my side. Closing this chapter, to soak up every last second of the next three years with my boys, because every mama knows they will fly!
Lots of hard work went into this year, academically, for both boys!
I really pushed Roen, and though he didn't come out with all A's, he definitely performed well and made us proud! I think he had two 6 weeks with all A's, and the others had a few B's sprinkled in. As I have mentioned many times before, he feels school is mainly for socializing and rotating his cologne scents on a daily basis. The actual learning is just an overall inconvenience for him *wink wink*
Remi really needs no pushing when it comes to school, as he has all the drive he needs. He works so hard and sets his own goals, maintaining success in the classroom and a good rapport with all his teachers. He really shined in his Honors Algebra II class this year, maintaining a 100 average every 6 weeks, except for one, in which he had a 99. I am thankful that math continues to be a place where he can excel, offsetting his harder classes like English. Though he did maintain an A in English, it was with a lot of extra time, extra work at home, and extra help from mom. It's a team effort, but I have to say, Remi and I make a pretty good team!
Roen: AB Honor Roll
Remi: A Honor Roll, Honors Algebra II Award
When Remi's Algebra II teacher called to let me know she was giving him this award, she told me she wished she could have a class full of Remis- that is a compliment I will take any day! In fact, it made me tear up! More than anything, I am proud of the hard work and respect he shows his teachers by showing up, eager to learn and take class time seriously.
It's been a year of grinding boys, now it's time to splash into Summer!!! WooHoo!
Abide... staying in constant connection with Christ, dwelling in the presence of God.
This was the theme for this year's Ladies Retreat. I found it so very fitting, as I have been so intentional with my time these past two years practicing the act of dwelling in Him... through prayer, through the Word, through whispering His name.
As you know, almost 2 years ago, I went through some of my darkest days when, overnight, I lost my closest and dearest friends through sin and hurt. In picking those pieces up, I realized the only way I was going to find peace and joy again was through Him. I opened my bible for the first time in my life. Of course, I had read parts of my Bible, stories, and scriptures, but I mean, I opened up Genesis and read through Revelation, cover to cover. And this year, I am doing it again. You won't believe how this one act of obedience will literally change your life. I would recommend this bible.
I also found this book by John Mark Comer, Practicing the Way, to be life-changing.
So, attending an entire weekend retreat on Abiding was amazing. Not only that, but I got to do it with two of my favorite people, Madi and Gigi! This retreat was incredibly healing, and the fellowship was wonderful!
We forget how important it is to fellowship, but there is a reason God commands this in scripture. Jesus promises His presence where two or three are gathered in His name... that is pretty darn important if you ask me!
Even though the team did not advance to state, Roen's very best friend played some of his best golf at Regionals and got to go individually. He got to choose one teammate to tag along, and so Roen did get his ride to state. Maybe not in the exact way he had hoped, but he got to play the course, scope the competition, and most importantly, he got to show up and support Pearson.
He had a blast, but I sure was a happy momma when he made it back home!
Oh, and he also got to play chauffeur to two pretty sweet little guys!
This year, Roen was inducted into the NHS from the NJHS. He also served as the Vice President of the NJHS! Though this was not a role he signed up for, but rather was nominated for, I am proud nonetheless!
It takes a good dose of commitment to maintain the grades to be a part of this organization and a whole lot of volunteer hours! Even though it may not be their most enthusiastic venture, I am always proud of their hard work!
Great job, boys!
And yay for precious Elle being a part of our special evening!
