Sunday, July 10, 2011

Hunter's Summer Adventure ...

Hunter is 4 years old and loves animals. Hunter is also full of energy and often has a difficult time focusing. Hunter often gets frustrated because he does not have the muscle strength to do some of the activities his brothers can do, such as pedaling a two wheel bike. All of this being said, Scott and I though it was important to get Hunter involved in an activity that would combine his interests while tackling some of Hunter's struggles. So, we enrolled him at Agape Riding Center outside of Henderson. So far, it has been great. Friday, I had a great time staying out of the way and watching ever so closely, while Hunter worked to stay on task while learning new skills and building his self-esteem. This session was especially exciting for us as Hunter stayed focused enough that he was able to ride the horses.

First, here is a pic of Hunti-poo in his Cowpoke attire:


Before any riding is done, Hunter helps his friend Dave, by giving Shania a treat as Dave gets Shania outfitted with her saddle and bridle (all of which Hunter helped bring from the tack trailer.


Before we know it, Hunter is riding Shania and Dave is helping Hunter by leading him and Shania ...


Teaching Hunter how to use the reigns ...


By the end, Hunter looks like a natural...


Hunter has had 2 sessions at Agape and we love that he has an interest and skill that is just his. Overall, I love that I see how excited, happy, interested and focused Hunter is when he is working with Dave and his horse friends.

Thanks Dave, Shania, Jack, and Patches...

Friday, July 8, 2011

4th of July

We celebrated the holiday by spending the day at the lake with the boys ... and we had a blast. Our boys love the water, but usually we take them to the local pool. I think Monday was the first time Hunter and Kellen actually played at a beach, and they along with Eli, Noah, Scott and I, had a great time.
The boys had a great time showing off their beach bodies ...

and relaxing at the dock...




And Mama had a great time sharing moments like these...