Elias’ Creations

A chair and table for his breakfast. 

A very elaborate chapel complete with adoration. 

An incenseor that we agree is the most legit one ever made in our family. 

Finding things to do…

The boys have had a hard time settling into summer. Maybe because 9 months ago we basically did a year and a half of consecutive summer and it’s too soon?! I don’t know, but despite our summer being more packed than ever, we’re not settled. 

The boys go to the library every Saturday with Logan, so there are plenty of books to read. 



We checked out the Pioneers Park nature playground and it did not disappoint. Elias hit water under the sand and it kept getting deeper and deeper. Super fun! Lewis played with friends in the forest and built a log fort. 





The boys made chalk paint for a long time and left some beautiful drawings along our sidewalk…and on their pants. 

Lewis loves to build marble runs, but this time he made up his own game. 

Taekwondo

Another new experience is Lewis trying out Taekwondo. 

This instructor goes to Cathedral and taught the younger grades some lessons in PE this past year. They also came to the school and gave a presentation in the gym. Lewis was sure it was something he wanted to try. 



I didn’t think much of it but then Lewis found a coupon in the mail to the same place so I promised him I’d look into it. I was surprised to find that they had a special going on to try it out, so the next day I took him to his first class. He liked it, so we will try a few more classes and see what he thinks. 



He did a good job! It’s a big workout!

Outside

His face looks like this every day lately. He’s so happy outside! He always finds something to do. 

This guy gets a good amount of daily dirt too. 

We went to the zoo again and Levi checked on all of his turtles with help from his buddy. 

Another new thing we’re trying out this summer is Friday night family swim. Logan went off the platform and the boys were thoroughly impressed.  

Art Show Wrap Up

Our last art show project was to visit Kay Lynn who wasn’t able to attend the art show but asked us to set aside some art for her to purchase. We stopped by this week to talk about the art she got and have a chocolate muffin. She also has a hammock and a piano. The boys enjoy both. 

We had a really nice visit. She’s kind of a mix of the best parts of both my Grandmas. Plus, she was a fraternity house mom for many years so my boys don’t phase her at all. She loves having them around. And she LOVES their art. 

Fencing

This is a summer of new experiences for us. Augustine decided he’d like to try fencing. 







He’s in the black pants. He very much enjoyed his first lesson. They didn’t waste any time. By the end of the first class they were fencing!


Every few classes each child gets pulled aside for some one on one instruction. 

Augustine won his bout 5-4 at his second lesson!

Augustine’s Summer Job

He decided to have a window washing business. He’s done three houses and a few cars so far. He likes the work and appreciates making a little money. 



He’s very thorough which I, and his customers, appreciate. 



He had a helper during one of his jobs. 



He has learned a lot quickly about best products, best time of day, best techniques, and money management. 

Lunch break

The brothers who have to tag along. Luckily it’s not hot yet. We won’t be able to tag along once the heat hits. 

Keep up the good work, Augustine!