Elephant/Swimming Lessons/Tulip Time!

Austin started swimming lessons a couple of weeks ago. We thought it would be a good idea to get him used to the water early! :) Below is a picture of him in his swimsuit and swim-shirt ready to go! He kind of likes it, but fights me part of the time wanting to swim on his own and he really seems to like sitting on the edge and splashing his feet in the water. Part of the reason I think he fights me is because the swimming lessons last an hour and run right into his nap time.
Austin received an elephant (below) from a couple who volunteers at Shepherd and were kind enough to pass on one of their daughter's favorite toys, he seems to like it. I will have to try to capture a pic. of him "enjoying" it! :)

Grandpa and Austin having fun at the playground.

What a spoiled little guy-getting pulled around by Grandma! :) It was a gorgeous day!

Hey...I thought this opened the garage door.....

What a WONDERFUL Mother's Day! I woke up to Andrew and Austin bringing me breakfast in bed along with a gift!

Pic. of the Schuitema side on Mother's day! 3 Mothers! What a blessing...found out while I was there that Pam and Kyle are expecting!

TULIP TIME!

I love Tulip Time. Maybe it has something to do with moving away and realizing all of the things/traditions that I really enjoyed growing up and took for granted. I am sure it also has to do with now having a child and wanting to take pics. in front of the Tulips, go to the parades and walk around town and see people I grew up with and what they are up to these days. We had a great time and really enjoyed the beautiful tulips this year. Here are some pics:

Watching the parade intently! :)

Thoroughly enjoying my time holding my beautiful little niece Anna!

Getting ready for a ride.... I can't quite reach the handle bars yet....

Protection for his ears for riding on the mower that only lasted maybe 20 seconds. :)

On a ride with Grandpa...

Cruisin... Saturday parade..

Austin dancing to the drums

waving at the drummers

Fun with daddy at the Saturday parade

A smile and his famous scrunch face.

Reach

Daddy was trying to show Austin how to wear his hat and pose for the camera. ;)

Peek a boo

A couple of God's amazing pieces of artwork

Love...Blessings