A couple interesting things I learned this week.
1. Turns out an old disconnected phone with no SIM card can dial 911. And your 5-year-old who will barely stay on the phone with your mother for a “Hi Grandma, I love you” will indeed chat with the sheriff’s department for a good two and a half minutes. And they will come visit you just to make sure your line of “I’m so sorry, that was my kid” is true. Which I like. But still. Not the kind of Cops & Robbers I like to play. And do kids still play that?
2. I saw Jesus! In lizard form! It’s a real thing. A Jesus Christ lizard. Google it. He was running on the beach on his hind legs. Back straight, arms a swingin’, healing people and preaching the gospel. The kids thought it was the funniest thing they ever did see, and it was! What is it about animals that act like humans? To this day, funniest thing on You Tube are cats in clothes and dogs who dance.
He would not turn the gulf into wine though. I asked.
And with that very important information out of the way, we are enjoying the last drops of things we love about home-from-school days. Impromptu day adventures, morning swims, play dates, picnic lunches and morning snuggles that aren’t interrupted by the hustle to get out the door.
Enjoying…
His “Look at that hilarious Jesus lizard” face.
His mullet’s last day to blow in the wind.
Curls that stayed after his new trim.
Her Karate Kid dance.
Mom duties. Took care of the stuffed squirrel in this stroller like a boss.
The third grader who reports she’s anxious about “absolutely nothing” for back-to-school.
The temperature of the gulf right now. Spa waters.
The evening family swim.
Putting away our summer adventures kind of like how we put away our suitcases after a long trip. We leave them out for a while, pull things as we need them, put things away gradually
(Several people asked about Nella’s boots on Instagram. They’re Zara Kids.)
Now I am dying to see a Jesus Christ lizard in person!
Such great pictures… the Jesus Christ Lizard is so interesting. It’s known as the Jesus Christ Lizard because it can “walk on water”, referring to Jesus walking on water in the Bible. Some friends went on a mission trip to Central America, and saw one. So cool.
Enjoy the last days of summer before school starts back. And as always, thank you for sharing your family. 🙂
Great metaphor, Kelle. Like you, I’m trying to squeeze and enjoy every last bit of life out of summer!
That last picture of Lainey is delicious!
I was thinking the same thing – such a cool pic!
For someone who doesn’t ‘do’ religion, you reference God, Jesus, the Bible and church quite often. Maybe your subconscious is trying to tell you something?
While I dont “do” religion, I definitely do spirituality and faith and exploration of a big giant world of beliefs. Jesus/Bible are a huge part of my past and both offer some beautiful teachings. I don’t flush all of my past religion away.
The photos you take of your family (and your world) are absolutely beautiful. They inspire me, because I love taking pictures too. I’m always on the lookout for the next opportunity to take a picture of my daughter, and capture the amazing moments of her life, and our collective life as a family. I especially like the light in your photos. They seem to glow. Thank you for sharing your images with the online community.
Oh my word, the ability to find lots of pictures and videos of animals acting like humans is my favorite thing about the internet!!!
Oh my gosh…that lizard, lol. I would say “too cute” but I’m not so sure…reptiles aren’t my thing. I’m sure his mama thinks he’s cute.
Your first question reminded me of a conversation I had with my 6-year son last spring:
“Do you know what Mr Harry had us play at outdoor gym class today???”
“No. What?”
“Cops and Roberts…. It was lots of fun”
(He now stands corrected – with our apologies to all the people named Bob out there 🙂
Cuteness, cuteness, cuteness! Keep it coming, love to see them grow!
Love.
Thanks for sharing. Even your simple moments make me smile. It’s refreshing.
3rd grade??? How can that be possible? As always….. love your photos.
xo
Omg! Where is that mini stroller from?! That is the cutest thing!
“His mullet’s last day to blow in the wind”
Hilarious.