February

February kept us busy with wrapping up winter activities, starting spring sports, mom's birthday, Valentine's Day and a big trip. 

Mom's enjoying a fun "Fry"-day Party - we contributed homemade potato chips

Avery (8 years, 6 months) - Avery had her school's annual Daddy/Daughter dance this month and she was thrilled. Avery went shopping to pick out a new dress to wear, loaded up on accessories and happily did her own make-up before meeting up with some friends for dinner before the dance. I don't think Avery actually danced with her dad but she did enjoy running around with her friends for a few hours and screaming to her favorite songs.

Avery is doing cheerleading after school again and really enjoys it. She also decided to play soccer this Spring which started back up at the end of the month.

Goofing off with Gabby at lunch

Repurposing mom's birthday present bow

Parker (11 years, 3 months) - Parker wrapped up his basketball season with the Pelicans. He started the season excited to be with his friends but ended with actually enjoying the sport a little bit. He continues to enjoy shooting hoops in the driveway many evenings. 

Parker also started Spring rec baseball. He moved up to the Majors' division this Spring and is playing on the Reds with a bunch of friends. This is the same head coach Carter had the last two seasons and Dad is the assistant coach again. Parker's travel team also continues to practice and pick-up a few games when they can make it work around their rec commitments.

GT Basketball game with Jack

Class door for Black History month

Carter (12 years, 9 months) - Carter had his wrestling team end-of-season party and he is sad that sport is over. He really enjoys the team and environment. He started track at school this month and is looking forward to doing something new. He is also back on the baseball field with his Spring travel schedule and making good progress with Boy Scouts.

Siblings - The boys have taught Avery to ride their dirt bikes and she loves afternoon rides with them around the block.

Cruise - Great Stirrup Cay

Our last stop of the cruise was to Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas. After a short boat ride to the island we enjoyed a restful day of snorkeling, lounging, football on the beach and tropical drinks.

And of course we had to fit in some final group pictures!

Kids - youngest to oldest

Adults - youngest to oldest

Best travel buddies ever!

One last opportunity to show off the best cover-ups ever!

With the obligatory Colin photobomb

It was the perfect end to a great week - wonderful friends, awesome weather and unforgettable adventures make for the best vacations. Until next time!

Cruise - More Sea Days

 While the kids had their fun on the boat, the adults enjoyed themselves as well!

Showing off our amazing cover-ups. Zoom in for the laugh.

When you order 14 drinks you have to take a picture

Being casual in the grotto at the adult pool

Couples dinner at the Steakhouse

Visit from the cruise director during dinner at the Seafood restaurant with the boys

Getting beer from the onstage bar pre-show at Choir of Man

Making use of the on-ship conference room

Which turned into a crucial meeting on cartons of water

Someone didn't get a dome on their plate

First in line for Rumors - best seats in the house

Ladies' night in our Jean Jackets

Dancing at Prom