Cousin Camp 2014

This kids just wrapped up another great weekend at cousin camp. This year Erin and Nate took them to Kansas City and they had a fun weekend. Highlights included going to Science City, going to a local pool, watching Mulan, going rollerskating, and then watching the World Cup finals.

The kids had a blast at Science City.
The kids had a blast at Science City.

Mari’s First Reconciliation

This evening Mari celebrated her First Reconciliation. She did a great job and was very confident. She memorized the Act of Contrition and Fr. Michael said she was the first one of this year’s bunch to have it memorized. As Mari gets older she is really blossoming and displays a deep understanding of the world.

Here are a couple of pictures she drew while we were waiting for her turn. I have never thought of drawing as a form of prayer, but Mari taught me otherwise this evening.

Mari Praying and Mari & Fr. Michael
Mari Praying and Mari & Fr. Michael

Home Depot Kids’ Workshop

Per Uncle Will’s suggestion, the kids and I went to Home Depot this morning for their kids’ workshop. The 3 older kids had a great time and can’t wait to go back. Lucia enjoyed the Christmas decorations on display and is also excited to return.

Mari, Andrew, and Elliot, sporting their Home Depot aprons
Mari, Andrew, and Elliot, sporting their Home Depot aprons