Snow Bound Creations

We had bee stuck inside for a week at this point.

Mama had gone to work for the day, but this boy was feeling crafty.

We worked with what we had on hand and he was THRILLED.

Seriously, ear to ear smile.  

I love his determination.

Serious concentration.

Always with his tongue out.

And this kid is a little to cool for my crafts (most of them) right now

but he usually isn't too far, he was spending some time

organizing his basketball cards.

And Joe's creation that he made to shoot nerf darts at.

He said God and Jesus were a part of our family. I agree much.

I am not sure that we should shoot them down with nerf guns.

Hope they understand!

Great February Snow Days

February brought our first big snow.

There is just something about frolicking in the white stuff that brings much joy.

Breathing in the cool air and hearing the squeals of the boys brought restoration to my soul after a tough week. 

It reminded me of their innocence.

And seeing their smiles reminded me of God's promises for restoration.

We spent much needed family bonding time this week.

He watched TV like this for a long time.

Soaked up lots of loving!

He played IPAD and built legos and played superheros with brother

We baked treats

Made shakes

Shot Indoor baskets

Did some more indoor crafts and Joe drew me a lovely family.

Outside our basement door.

I might as well show you what I discovered right outside our basement door (the basement without a bathroom) and there are not any animals tracks upto that yellow snow.

Yep, my lovely 9 year old was too lazy to walk upstairs...yuck!

All snuggled in bed in that quilt his great grandma made for his daddy and I.

Night of NBA

We surprised took the boys to see an NBA game in February!

DH and I thought it was a surprise, but leave it to the cloud to ruin that!

The boys got an update on their IPADs that told them it was in my calendar!

Oh well, they played along, and I still don't think Sam knew we were watching his favorite team

the Golden State Warriors.  He has taken to that team this year because his favorite NBA player, Stephen Curry plays for them.  Unfortunately, Curry did not play due to injury.  But, Sam loved watching Clay Thompson instead. Joe loves the Pacers and being a part of the action.

We started the day at Greenwood Mall and enjoyed Cheesecake Factory.

We headed to Barnes and Noble,too because the boys LOVE bookstores.

We even did a snow day assignment that Sam's teacher had given him.

We got to the game early enough to take a couple laps right down on the court.

Our seats were a little higher than our last trip to see the Pacers.  

Sam's selfie.  Love it.

Joe's selfie, so stinking cute.

What a great night, we drove up and back in the same day so it was a quiet ride home. 

Some super sleepy boys.