A Summer of Activities

So Many Things to Do!

Mauryn on the balance beam.

Denver and Coach Henry

Sadie in her dance pose. (And yes, I made the tutu!)



We have enjoyed allowing the kids to do so many different things this summer. We have lived in a small town the past four years, and although they had some great programs that the kids loved, it didn't have everything. Being on post this summer has allowed the kids to take some cool classes.


All three kiddos are in gymnastics this summer. They have had fun together, and have learned a lot already! Their cartwheels have really improved over the last month.


Mauryn wanted to take a cooking class. She got to make all sorts of American desserts, like apple pie and cookies! She really had a good time.


Denver is in a swimming class. Last week was the first time, ever, that he put his head under the water. After one week of lessons, he is a fish! He loves wearing the goggles and seeing underwater. I guess I never thought to offer him goggles when he wouldn't go under, but as soon as I gave them to him and he realized he could see, there was no stopping him! It has been fun to watch the progress.


And Sadie has taken ballet! For those of you who know her, this has been a lifelong dream! The girl sleeps in tiara's and heels! She truly, deep down, thinks she is part princess! It has been fun watching her watch herself in the mirror as she dances! What we didn't realize is that there was a recital 3 weeks from the day we signed her up for the class. But, she did great! She got up on that stage like a pro and loved every second. I loved the praise Jason had the night of the performance during our prayer when he said, "Thank you Lord, for allowing us to embellish Sadie's girly-ness." I think he hit it on the head - so fun to watch them do the things they love.