Last minute, I decided to drive down with Matt and his family to
Beaumont for Grandpa Hayes's 97th birthday. James couldn't go because
of work, and Kylene was on a sisters trip in Virginia, so Matt and I
supported each other in our single parenthood for a weekend. It may
have been easier for him to support me being that I only have 1 child as
opposed to 6. Hazel and I always miss James when he's not with us,
but we were very glad we made the trip. I mean, how many people have a
97th birthday?? Mom and Aunt Rachel rented out a park pavilion, and it
was the best decision they've ever made. It was so nice to go, set up,
party, clean up, and leave! Grandpa's birthday is May 5, so it was a
Cinco de Mayo theme. We had games for the kids, talent, tacos, and a
pinata, of course. Our very own Cerra, Matt's 3rd, whacked it open and
luckily did not whack the kids as they swarmed in for the candy! Lots
of family came, and most importantly, we got to hear from the wise
grandparents. Grandpa spoke briefly (he must've known we had to be out
by a certain time) about a life lesson he's learned over the years --
That which ye sow, so shall ye reap. He told us it applies to every
aspect of our lives -- physically, spiritually, emotionally, etc. I
love hearing his words of wisdom. Grandma always shares sweet stories,
and this time she told us about her decision to marry Wade. She asked
herself if this man would be a good father, loyal, sober, kind, and
spiritually strong, and she said she had no doubt he would be. And he
has been through the years. What an example they are! I'm so blessed
to have them. Here's the sweet couple. Grandpa looks like he's
sleeping, but I caught him with his eyes closed.
Over
the weekend, we did plenty of swimming and playing with cousins. Hazel
surprisingly got in the pool for the first time! She looved it. Our
jacuzzi hasn't worked since I can remember, but Dad got a better use out
of it. He covered the hole in the middle with a round table, and then
to create shade, he put a huge umbrella stand on the table. It was the
perfect kiddie pool.
Faith and Hazel
All tuckered out on the way home...
3 comments:
Your grandparents have always been amazing to me. Their minds are so sharp. Love the idea with the jacuzzi (which I don't know how to spell). Your dad has always been very creative.
how fun! 97 years young! that's amazing! sounds like they are wonderful grandparents! :) Hazel is so stinkin' cute! Love the jacuzzi/kiddie pool!
LOVE the pic of Gma and Gpa. They looked SO excited to be having a party!! Ha! And I can't handle the cuteness of hazel in that halter swimsuit...too precious!!
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