Father's Day & Kade's 10th Birthday

Grandpa Eason heard how well both boys performed this year in school and wanted to applaud their accomplishments - he sent them both helicopter drones (and Moose got a box!)!!

Moose was too funny - Brent sat down on the steps before going outside with Kade and this is how Moose sat down too!

Kade was ready to make it fly! He did pretty well considering this was his first piloting experience!

A little too close to the tree....

But then he made it come straight to me! 

A little mid-air action shot!

Happy Father's Day Brent! We found this cool shelf/charger station for his drills - they are the most used tool in the garage! He looks thrilled. :)

Both boys on his lap!

This is it all installed (picture by Kade) - Drills (one was being used)/drill bits/batteries all in one place! 

Also on Father's Day this year, Brock checked in to dorm life at Becton Residence Hall for the Red/White NC State Swim Camp - his third year! He would swim 6,000 yards a day plus dry land activities! 

A week away from his brother was exactly what the birthday boy needed to relax and enjoy the attention from both his parents. A trip back to Outback Steakhouse didn't hurt either.  

We are very proud! These are three of the best cobs of corn from our VERY OWN garden!

Finally Kade's Birthday party - he chose two of his besties to party the day with at Dave & Busters and our house. 

Kade wanted to try out the pitching machine, just like his brother! 

Back to the house playing video games after Red Robin dinner. 

A lovely white & chocolate cake with buttercream frosting surrounded by the birthday train!

For Kade's actual birthday (Monday), Brent treated him to filet off the grill, white rice, green beans from our garden, and Dairy Queen blizzards!  

We have an obsession with Nee-Dohs in this house. This boy asked for the jumbo Nee-Doh and Roblox gift cards. It's very therapeutic! 

Happy 10th Birthday to my sweet (and sometimes sassy) little boy. This past year, you've grown in so many ways - not just in height (we’re loving that upward trend on the growth chart!), but also in maturity and character. You've been working hard on your behavior, both at school and at home, and we are really proud of the effort you're putting in. One of the many amazing things about you is your gift for saying just the right thing - whether it’s a clever one-liner or a thoughtful, caring response. With fifth grade on the horizon, we know you're ready for all the challenges and adventures ahead. Love you little lion! 

End of School Fun

 

The last week of school is filled with all sorts of fun activities! The elementary school kiddos look forward to Field Day every year! 

Brent and I both volunteered this year in the Upper Field this year and our stations ended up being right beside each other! 

Brent's activity was a hit - literally - with the big kids. They all needed constant reminders to throw UNDERHAND. 

During a break in our section, we tracked down Kade in the water session. He looked to be having a great time in the Car Wash!

That water looked to be so refreshing! Even though this was the morning session - it was muggy and hot! 

Happy boy!

The following day, we all headed to Brock's school for his 6th Grade Award Ceremony. Brock made A/B Honor Roll for the year! 

Last day of 4th and 6th Grade for these boys! 

Look at how much they've grown in a year! 

August 2024 vs June 2025

Random May & June Things

While Brock was away for a weekend swim meet in Greensboro, Kade and I planned a fun evening together close to home. Since Kade loves steak and Brent was out of town, I suggested we kick things off with a trip to Outback!  

He very much devoured his 8oz filet! 

We were sharing pictures of our dinner so Brent and Brock shared pictures of their burger dinner & dessert in Greensboro as well!

Our next stop was Downtown Cary Park - explored the enclosed dog area and then took a walk around the pond. 

Finished with the playground - Kade loves this particular slide best! 

Brock performed amazingly well at all his events at the Greensboro Aquatic Center! He likes this pool - they play music under the water during warmups!

He won his heat!

Later that month, we celebrated another trip around the sun for Brent. :) 

Poor Brent had his glove broken by one of Brock's magnificently hard throws... I found a place that would re-lace and condition his glove to new! 

Moose outside waiting for his Dad (but also guarding me!). 

After a yummy birthday dinner downtown Apex for Brent, we stopped at Fresh (and Dairy Queen) for some ice cream. Moose was lucky - dogs have to be present (in the car) for the Pup Cup at DQ, but not at Fresh! A yummy Doggie Sundae - complete with vanilla ice cream, peanut butter and 2 mini dog treats!

Moose is so patient with me! Cheesy poof on his nose!

First day of June and a high of 82 - it was the perfect weather to take a Corso out on the lake!

He's smiling!

I have been making a point to capture a photo of Brock with my Dad every time he visits - it's such a fun way to see just how quickly Brock is growing! 

Picture on left (Brock in gray shirt) is from June 2025 vs Brock in RSA shirt picture is from March 2025! 

We've also been growing things outside of the house! We have our garden in the backyard with zucchini and green beans, but added this area for corn and carrots. 

We were surprised to see something else growing in the middle of those two vegetables. Brent persuaded me to let it grow even though I so desperately wanted to yank it out of there! 

I was so very glad I did! Look how tall the mystery plant and corn are!!!

We were rewarded with a beautiful sunflower!