May - A Month of Celebration

May is always such a busy month for everyone. For us, May means the end of Spring baseball seasons for two boys, the end of yet another school year, Awards Day, the beginning of Summer baseball and Summer fun and activities, birthday celebrations, Mother's Day, and many other end-of-school/baseball activities and parties. Last week we celebrated my birthday and the end of John Michael's first baseball season. For my birthday, we went to Cypress Inn for dinner and the boys treated me extra special with flowers, cards, and lots of hugs and kisses. God has blessed me with three of the best boys on this earth! On Saturday, John Michael had his last baseball game complete with an end of the season trophy presentation. He is so excited to have started his very own "trophy collection" just like the one his brother has. We did treat bags for his team complete with sweat bands, sports whistles, and some other "very cool sports-stuff"(his words). Samuel's team, the Braves, finished the regular season tied for first place and are now the only undefeated team left in the tournament. They will be playing for the Championship this Saturday. So proud of them and their hard work this season. Good Luck Braves! This week, today actually, marks the end of Samuel's 4th grade year. Wow, has it flown by! Monday was Awards Day and he received the following awards: All A Honor Roll for the year, Outstanding Citizenship Award (boy recipient from his class), National Physical Education Award, and Reading Achievment Award. A couple of weeks ago he was selected for Safety Patrol and to serve as an Ambassador for the next school year. We are so proud of him and his dedication and hard work. He was also selected to play on a travel baseball team this summer - The Northport Tide. So proud of him for not only working hard to meet his goals both at school and on the ball field but, even more so, for being respectful, honest, reliable, and a good citizen and a loyal friend. Now bring on the Summer Fun! We are so ready for a break in routine and a little relaxation. I think we ALL need it, so let the fun begin. Have a great summer everyone!