Merlefest and Mother's Day

Merlefest was a bit wet this year, but we still had a blast.  We are forever thankful to Amber and helping us attend Merlefest.  This is one of our highlights as a family every year.  Gray loves the music and the people.  In fact, this year he came back (also thanks to Uncle Mike) wanting to play a banjo.  I don't think we are going to skip on the music lessons this year...

We listened to great music, played in the little pickers area.  Bubbles on a cold, wet day?  Sure, why not.

The headliner this year was the Avett Brothers.  I think Steven and I both enjoyed this show more than some of the past.

After the show on Sunday we headed over to Uncle Mike and Aunt Nita's for a much overdue visit.  It was quick, but little man was happy to have seen them (and of course I was too).

I had a wonderful mother's day this year.  Little man made me a gorgeous hand-print flower at Ms. Dana's.  He was so proud of it, and so excited to give it to me.  Such a sweet boy.  

On Saturday we took Steven's mom out to see a play at Steven's school, headed over for a quick visit at the Montessori school that Gray will be attending in the fall, and then dinner at the Roasted 'Tater- one of my favorites!  On Sunday, Steven asked what I wanted to do, all I wanted was a day outside to work in the yard (he thought this was bizarre).  I was able to get so much done, and even planted some more plants.  It was so relaxing just the time to myself out there.  Afterwards, we all headed to the greenway for a walk.  

Stuck between a rock and a hard place

Pointing out the deer tracks

Throwing rocks in the stream.  We have a 'secret' spot that we head to on the greenway and it is perfect for throwing rocks into the water.  

In true grown up fashion, here I am teasing Gray as he is trying to catch me.  I promise he was laughing.  As all little boys do, Gray loves to run.  It has been something special to me when he says, "Momma, I run.  Momma, I'm a runner".  Yep, kiddo.  In my book you're a superhero too.