Cookies, Cupcakes and COFFEE... Happy Birthday!

 Two Sundays ago was the boy's birthday and this past Sunday was Piper's birthday. We have had a lot going on with all the celebrating but it has been so fun. Every year they get older, we realize more and more how precious they are and how blessed we are to have them in our lives. This year was the same with them turning 5 and Piper turning 3! We started the day off with presents followed by cookies, coffee and cupcakes on the patio. Then it was off to church, to the boys soccer game, and on to the party! These pictures are all over the place, which is kind of appropriate because that is how I felt that day! After the party, it was back to the house to open an ungodly amount of presents from their sweet friends and family. Here are some pics from the day...

Gooo Pup Sharks!

The boys have been begging to play soccer ever since we let them do "little kickers" at the YMCA two years ago. I feel like we are busy enough without sports involved so I have been put off letting them play until now. It is pretty amazing how adding one sport to our daily routine can make me feel like we are running around with our heads cut off! With practices, and now games, we feel like we are having a time staying caught up on life (I know all the moms with multiple children in multiple sports are probably thinking I am ridiculous)!

The boys did great their first game but we are still learning how to control our emotions on the field. For whatever reason they can easily be brought to tears and will pull themselves out of the game at any given moment. It definitely gives opportunity for MANY teachable moments! Here are some pics from the games...