June

The month of June consisted of swim lessons, Jon's birthday and trying to fill time. It was an adjustment having Emma home again all day, but her and Derrick sure have loved spending time together.
This was Emma's 3rd year in swim lessons and Derrick's 2nd. After the first 2 weeks their teacher moved Derrick up to Emma's class, as he was quickly progressing. Emma was more scared than ever and Derrick was ready to swim his little heart out! Derrick left off trying to learn to take his own breaths. And Emma was working on gaining more confidence. I have been trying to take them swimming since lessons have been over. Last week we finally made some progress. Derrick started taking breaths on his own and Emma was starting to realize she CAN swim! It was such a proud parent moment! Now we just need to go again and keep the momentum!
Jon also had his birthday in June. We celebrated by going out to The Keg with the kids. This has become our tradition. Jon is on their email list for a free meal the month of his birthday. Emma loves sharing her daddy's medium rare steak (gross) and Derrick is starting to branch out and eat foods he never has before. Steak being one of them!
Emma has become so creative in her playtime and Derrick is following suit. Sometimes I just love listening to them play together. They've had dance shows, weddings, pool parties (in the house), school days, restaurant play and several other pretend play games. Emma will often ask me to take pictures of her in whatever she is doing. We are thinking of getting Emma her own camera for her birthday. She has really gotten into taking pictures lately.
June went by fast and now July is almost over. Hopefully the awful weather goes with it, although the last few days have almost been nice! I have recently been questioning why I live here...but it's home!

My kids growing up too fast!

Emma and Derrick with dad on his birthday!

Emma showcasing her dolls and animals that she dressed up!