Beach Triathlon

Two weeks ago Carter and my dad did a triathlon. They swam almost a mile, biked 12 miles, and then ran 3.1 miles. Both did well!

Afterwards

Carter's number on his bike

The transition from bike to run

Lots of bikes

There were 1300 participants, that means a lot of bikes!

The bike route passed right by our neighborhood, where this picture of Carter riding by was taken

Dad

Because of traffic our usual less than ten minute drive to the beach took an hour. So unfortunately we missed Carter and Dad crossing the finish line. But did watch our pastor cross it!

And here he is afterwards. lol

Carter won 2nd prize in his age group! His time was 1:28.  Way to go Carter!

That night we had an amazing meal cooked by our friends. We had a roast leg of lamb stuffed with herbs, garlic, and goat cheese; roast potatoes, asparagus, and roast tomatoes with onions. We ate really well!


Then for dessert we had two waffle cookies with chocolate and whipped cream between them, topped with more whipped cream, raspberries, and an amazing raspberry sauce. It was reeeeally good.  And pretty too.

Matt and Liz's wedding

This past weekend we went to the beautiful wedding of Matt and Liz. The weather report predicted rain, but Saturday came and there wasn't a cloud in the sky.  The temperature was perfect and the evening light was gorgeous. I had so so much fun with pictures.

Programs

This was the coolest thing ever and every southerner's dream. A sweet tea fountain!!!! I reeeeeally like sweet tea so this was great. :)

For the cake they had a "cupcake cake". The cupcakes were sooo good, there were lemon and (my favorite) pumpkin chocolate chip ones with cream cheese frosting. YUM

Seating

Not quite sure why, but all the groomsmen had these nerf guns. Apparently this groomsmen was as confused as I was. lol  (sorry Scott)

Cake topper

An overexposed picture of the flowers the bride and bridesmaids had

Charlotte and her friend Alaina dancing

The beautiful bride Liz

The bride's hands

Being announced for the first time in public as Matt and Liz S. 

First dance

Liz was so cute and excited!

Now she has two rings. :)

Yep, drop dead gorgeous

Leaving for their new life together

Jenny

And these are of a friend at the wedding, Toni.

And she smiles and laughs a lot

Reformation 500

Last week our family went to the incredible "Reformation 500. 

This event celebrated the birthday of John Calvin, 500 years ago. 

We had a wonderful time exploring the historical sights of Boston, listening to incredibly inspiring speakers, and making new friends.

The big event for the week was a debate between John Calvin and Charles Darwin.

Charlie Zahm (center) is an absolutely amazing singer. While singing "Dixie" Doug Phillips (president of Vision Forum) joined him on the harmonica. "Dixie" is my favorite song Charlie Zahm sings.  Awesome! 

Most of the sessions were held in the hotel's ballroom which was gorgeous.

The three girls in front of a replica of the Liberty Bell. 

Graduation dinner

After the party my family went to a lovely restaurant downtown on the river. I had a wonderful meal and enjoyed time with my family. 

Family

Me and my wonderful, incredible parents.

Sisters

Both sets of grandparents joined us for dinner. 

The night ended with a gorgeous sunset as we strolled along the riverwalk.

Graduation Party

This past weekend (May 30)we hosted a graduation party at our house. My grandparents came into town from NY and we all had a wonderful time. 

Whenever my mom has a party at our house with an invitation, she always does this on the front door. I love her ideas.

People eating some of the wonderful food we served for lunch.

Friends

And last but not least the beautiful flower arrangement my mother did with hydrangeas from our very own garden.