This weekend

We went to church this morning. When we arrived Payton asked me if I would go to Children's Church with her. Children's church is a mini-service for kids that happens during the readings and sermon. They have their own little altar, candles, songs, lessons, and even sharing of the peace. I actually had never been to it, but had seen parts of it in passing. Payton would rather go to the nursery and play with Ian than go to Children's Church, but I would rather her go to Children's Church. So I went with her today and she was the acolyte for the first time. She lit the candles (with help), rang a big bell 3 times (to signify the beginning of the service) and helped lead the songs. It was super cute and sweet. She did such a great job (sigh).

Yesterday, the kids and I went to their first little league baseball game. Our friend, Reese, was playing in the game. The weather was gorgeous and we needed something to do in the afternoon. Daddy was working. The field was in a beautiful location. There were several large trees around that shaded the stands and half the field. It took a little while for the kids to warm up to the situation, but I brought some toys for them to dig around in the sand and dirt with. Then after the ice pops, they felt right at home. Oh, and then they found the mud. I barely caught them before they dove in. I think they still had a great time, and Reese won his game.

Some of my peas are ready. I got to pick about a handful. I'm not sure what got the one on the right. I'm hoping it was a bird and not an insect.