Here's some random recent pics starting at the end of Elijah's birthday and just before Luke's birthday. I post this one for my mom so she can see the fun of getting the package for Elijah's birthday.
Nate and the 3 boys!
Mother's Day was a very special one for me--maybe even my best one ever. Nate woke up early, got the boys ready and made breakfast. (Notice he put the "I love mom" shirt on Luke that we got from the Becker clan when Elijah was his age). Cute how he dressed the older two in matching shirts (presents from Grandma Becker--thank you!).
Look at the card Elijah is holding...amazing. Nate got paper, markers and scissors and had the boys do an activity to make me cards, all while I got to sleep in! Excellent! Then later they each got me a balloon and you cannot see my roses in the picture because Luke is blocking them, but very lovely. I can imagine how cute the picture would have been of them all on the bike each holding a balloon and Nate holding flowers. Precious!
On his own initiative Malachi noticed the dishes needed to be washed, so he got an apron on, moved a chair over to the sink and actually spent an hour washing dishes with bubbles. So sweet! Little servant. Love you, Malachi! This guy is only 3!
Luke got a haircut finally, so I had to take his picture. He loves to play piano and play the "Low notes". What a musical guy!
One day E and M were playing nicely without fighting for more than an hour. Wonderful blessing--thank you, Lord! I thought it was SO cute how they decided the couch cushion was a big ferry boat and they had loaded all their cars onto the boat--working together and sharing. Photo moment! (We do not have photos of all the other fights and grabbing, so let's remember this is a unique photo moment!).
This was our last week of school. Here Mr. Becker is leading the high school instrumental music class final performance. I'm so proud of my man! So handsome! 
I loved the flute "octet" (though one girl was missing). There was a great variety of ensembles and music. Well done!
A unique chance to have a brass ensemble--they also played for the graduation ceremony. I loved the Tuba--so smooth and a great foundation. These instruments still remind me to praise God for His provision of each one (and the stage also!). Thank you, Lord!
The other day Malachi spent literally 45 minutes in his room trying to dress himself. He kept saying, "Mommy, close your eyes, don't look!" When he finally presented himself I was so proud of him!! His socks were on inside-out, but it was the first time he ever put socks on himself. He even chose a matching outfit--I was impressed! The best is how he preferred to have the buttons going down the back, I couldn't bring myself to make him switch it. What's the big deal anyway?! I let him wear it like that the whole day. Precious boy!
Graduation! Congrats! So fun to have watched these students grow for the past 8 + years. Now they will part ways and go on to various paths. Pray they will keep in Step with the Spirit and follow Him wherever He leads.
Mr. Becker got to present the music award to Josiah. Great job!
