Spring Recap

So what happens after you bring home your fifth baby? Absolutely nothing! Well, actually that's not true, lots of things are happening, there's just no time to blog about it. So here is a recap of the last two months since Luke was born...

This spring, Lauren returned for another season of Mighty Mites soccer. What a difference a year makes! You may recall that last year soccer involved a lot of tears and drama, but this time she loved it. She has discovered her inner athlete, and loves to chase down the ball, and steal it from the other kids. She is really fast, and is already looking forward to soccer and T-ball in the fall.

Luke survived his first few days at home. Lauren and Claire kept a constant vigil beside his swing, running to him anytime he made the slightest sound. Luke proved to be up to the challenge of 4 "loving" big brothers and sisters, and slept through it all. So far, Luke is very laid back. He doesn't seem to mind being poked, patted, hugged, and kissed.

He doesn't get much floor time, but he does love hanging out in his swing.

We also had two preschool graduations this year. Lauren's favorite part was throwing her cap up into the air after the program, and eating cake. (of course!)

Dallin's class also did a great job, singing songs and telling about their year in preschool. Not surprising, Dallin's favorite part of preschool was "snacktime."

Thanks Miss Tonya, and Miss Melissa!

No spring in the Mattingley house would be complete without a trip to the strawberry patch. The kids love picking strawberries, and this year was extra special because they got to go with Dad. They returned stained and sticky, and we spent the rest of the afternoon making our favorite strawberry freezer jam. The kids were a great help this year, crushing berries and measuring sugar.

Jackson took over stirring the pectin this year.

We made 32 pints of jam in all, and we can't wait to enjoy it for the rest of the year!