May To Remember

  May 2011 was such a busy time for us. It was all enjoyable though. My parents were still living with us. Which at times was so helpful. At times it was a hard burden trying to support four people on what little I had, but God saw us through. If I had to do it all over again I would, because family mean so much to us. I think Joel was liking all the attention. It did help that my mom started her new job at caseys in Winteset.
First part of my we had the privaledge of Joel graduating from Wee Toddlers preschool. His grandparents, godparents, and I got to celebrate with him on the special occasion. It was held at the city park, and it was not organized, but it was okay because the children had fun. Of course Joel and his buddy were having so much fun together it was hard to pull them apart.
The following week my brother Matthew and his boyfriend Gabriel came to Iowa for a visit from California. It was so nice to have them, and meet Gabriel for the first time. Joel really bonded with them. I had fun making meals for everyone. Of course I had to spoil my brother while he was here. Matthew was excited to show Gabriel around. We went to Cedar Bridge, Clarks Tower, and the park to have fun. We even took Gabriel to Pammel Park as well as North Side Cafe (where Clint Eastwood and Oprah had been in). It was so hard to see them leave back to California. The visit was so short, but we had so much fun.
Joel and I were still enjoying trips to the park, and playing outside on warm days. There was even a day when we went to the ice cream shop to enjoy slushies. We took some trips to DSM to hang with friends as well as Stuart to other friends house. 
The last week in May our grandparents from Arkansas came up for memorial weekend. So, they could go to the cemeteries, as well as spend time with us. I cooked some awesome meals to spoil them of course from grilling to a pot roast dinner. I think by the time they left Grandpa had to use the extra button holes on his belt (LOL). 

Joel and I went with our Grandparents on walks, to the park, and more while they were here. It was fun to just spend time with them. We also went with them to the cemeteries. Which was so hilarious with Joel. He cracked us up at times.  One time he wanted a drink of water so Grandma gave him some. He said, "That was good stuff on a hot day." (which it was very chilly). Then one time we were telling him that people that die live here. In return he said "Well, what color is their houses?". Grandpa was lost for words. Got to love the humor of a child.