Sunday was Malachi's birthday! He is now 6...! I got up and wished him a happy birthday before heading to church and driving the van before services. That afternoon, he played with his legos and toys. Mysia attended a birthday party for a school friend, it was down the street and she had a fun time. Lydia attended a baby shower at church, and then participated in choir practice before evening services. We stayed afterwards for the Birthday and Anniversary fellowship. Adria, Lycia, and Jordan stopped by the house to wish Malachi a happy birthday. He was excited about his gifts and we enjoyed their visit.
Monday was a cool weather day! It rained enough that Malachi and I enjoyed the breeze flowing through the car while we sat patiently during Mysia's piano lessons. That evening, we met some family at McDonald's in celebration of Malachi's birthday. We ate supper there, and enjoyed the cupcakes Lydia had made for the occasion. Malachi got gifts from Gampa (Gary), Granny & Grandad, and Uncle Sam. Once home, it was time for showers and bed.
Tuesday evening was spent with the kids homework and doing some chores before getting an early start on showers. Malachi taught Lydia and I how to play "trash" with a deck of cards. We played the game until it was the kids' bedtime.
Mysia had her BRIDGES class on Wednesday, and came home telling us about how much she learned. We ate supper and then headed to church. I taught a lesson on being a steward of God's, using the parable of the talents. After services, we headed to Braum's to finally meet our brand new niece, Haivyn. Oh yeah, her parents (Titus and Jordin) were there too! We ate ice cream and visited.
Thursday evening was spent doing house work and kids' room pick-up. Both had homework to do as well before bed.
Lydia took the Friday of from work so she and Mysia could get their nails done in preparation for Lycia's wedding on Saturday. Afterwards, Mysia and Malachi went to Silver Dollar City with Granny & Granddad and Aunt Abigail. They had a blast, riding rides and even saw a show! Lydia had lunch with me and after work we attended the wedding rehearsal dinner. Lydia went to the bridal shower with the ladies and I went home and played some games on the Nintendo Wii until the kids came home. They took showers and we watched some tv together before bedtime.
Saturday morning was a rush. We got up and had breakfast before Lydia and Mysia headed out to get with the girls for the wedding preparation. Malachi and I waited around at home, then got ready and met up before the wedding. Mysia and Malachi handed out wedding programs (designed by me) and Lydia was the guestbook attendant. We had front row seats and watched Lycia marry Jordan Bell. At one point during the ceremony, Malachi started rubbing his eyes and started coughing slightly. I leaned down and asked him what he was doing. He said he was trying make himself cry. I then asked why. He replied, "well, we're supposed to cry at weddings." That's Malachi! Mysia was taking pictures and enjoying the ceremony. After the bride and groom kissed and thanked everyone for coming, we did family photos with the wedding party. We enjoyed cake and punch at the reception, bade farewell to Jordan and Lycia, and then helped clean up before heading home. I fired up the grill and we had hamburgers for supper while watching some tv. We were all exhausted, and went to bed!!!
~Matt
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