Week 20 of 52 in 2018

Jackson:  Everett's dad had asked the boys if they wanted to join them for the Final Four in the NCAA men's lacrosse tournament.  The boys were super excited and our lax player represented Kelly Post for a fun day watching lacrosse.

Connor:  Connor and Everett and buddies and we were waiting for this game so that they could finally face off.  The game ended abruptly because of rain but it was nice to see these pals around home plate together.

Week 19 of 52 in 2018

Jackson:  It's Lax tournament time for the NCAA.  After getting opportunities to see several games, Jackson was very interested in keeping up to date while we were out for Mother's Day at Heavy Seas.   He opted to go sit at the bar by himself and even had to ask them to put it on the t.v. 

Connor: He had a quick start to the baseball season with his bat and even has pitched.  Unfortunately, his bat has started cooled off.  Lucky for him, his dad loves to throw batting practice and he's got a twin brother who doesn't mind chasing down his hits.

So proud of these boys and grateful to be their mom!!

Week 18 of 52 in 2018

Jackson:  celebrating May the 4th be with you day.

Connor: Connor has baseball games on Mondays and Thursdays and practices on Saturday mornings.  So, they get to spend a lot of time together.  On Saturdays, the baseball boys get their chance to show their favorite lax player some support. 

Week 17 of 52 in 2018

Jackson:   It was a very hectic Thursday for me (lots of time in the car at multiple fields) but giving Jackson and opportunity to see his cousin, Michael, play one of his last games for Fallston was TOTALLY worth it. He was cheering Michael and the cougars on.

Connor:  I had volunteered to help with the book fair on Friday night and the boys had no choice but to hang out. They spent a good bit of time on their kindles but Connor was super happy to find his pals, Chase and Jackson Lee. Seeing his friendships grow puts a smile on my face too!

Week 16 of 52 in 2018

Jackson: Jackson's new lax bag arrived and he packed it up and was ready to go for his 1st lax game.  He was so happy to get a bag that would carry everything.  Having it hang on the stick had to have been heavy. 

Connor:  It was opening day for baseball and our #6 finally got his chance to play catcher. He was super excited for the opportunity and did a good job.  We are looking forward to a great year for our Giant.

Week 15 of 52 in 2018

Jackson: Neither of the boys ever want to go to stroke clinic.  We get it. It's cold outside, there's been snow on the ground and it's been raining BUT both of them have a huge smile on their face when it's done.

Connor:  On Tuesday's, Connor gets to be the supportive brother and join us at Meadowwood Park for Jackson's lacrosse practice.  He's not happy about having to attend especially when it's cold but once it's over, he's happy to help carry the boys' (Aidon too) lax equipment.  He gets a break on Thursday and I get to watch Connor practice as we are sharing days with the Vuolo's.

Week 14 of 52 in 2018

Jackson and Connor: We have reached the time of the year where we will be spending multiple nights a week at a field.  Thankfully, the sun is shining this week.

Connor:

Week 13 of 52 in 2018

Jackson and Connor: It was a shortened school week and we took advantage of the day off and headed to the zoo.  It's not the same as when they were little but their observations and questions are so much better.  We still spend a lot of time observing the penguins and ALWAYS send pics of the flamingos to Michael.  This time, the boys were in the shot.

Week 12 of 52 in 2018

Jackson and Connor:  It was a busy weekend for us.  We are still not ready for the boys to be done with the Easter Bunny and the were very happy to catch up with him at Tark's the food was good (Jackson was very happy with his burger and it's perfect seasoning) and there was a magic show that captured their attention. 

After brunch and pics with the bunny, we were off to see Shrek at Mercy.  Another great production from Charm City Players for our boys that love to see plays at the theater.

Connor:  It was the last week that Connor's art was going to be at the public library so we used it as leverage to get both boys into bathing suits and over to Goucher for their stroke clinic.  They were most definitely not impressed with getting in the pool when it was cold outside but super happy to find Connor's Mr. Rainbow:

Week 11 of 52 in 2018

Jackson: We had the option of getting tickets to see the Blast in their last game before heading to the championship game in Mexico.  Jackson was the only boy in my house that wanted to go so it was a date for Jackson and mommy.  We really enjoyed ourselves cheering on the Blast and chatting about all the things.  So good to have individual time with the boys.

Connor:  We were up in Carroll County for Aunt Laura's funeral and the boys and I skipped the church service opting to find lunch.  On our drive, we found the base of a mountain full of snow and ended up getting close enough to figure out it was Ski Liberty.  After getting lunch, we checked out the slopes.  Connor was very interested and we discussed that maybe it was time to try it out. It was definitely lunch with a view.