Aaron's first soccer game

Aaron had his very first soccer game Friday night. He did great and we were so proud of him. Those 4 year olds are so fun to watch. Most of them are on the ground more than they are on their feet.

Abby's 8th birthday party

We had a Hannah Montana birthday party in our backyard for Abby's 8th birthday. We had a yard full of kids! We had great weather and Abby had lots of fun.

She finally got an easy bake oven that she has been wanting for about 3 years. She's having a blast getting to make cookies and cakes all by herself.

Aaron's favorite part of any party is the cake!

Pinata fun! And a ton of candy!

Aaron's first day of preschool

Today was Aaron's first day of preschool. He was so excited about going to school and he did great! He did much better than his Mommy did!

He walked right into his class and put his backpack in his cubby. Then he found his seat and started coloring. He hugged me good-bye and I left, unwillingly. The only tears were mine! My little boy is growing up.

Abby's first day of 3rd grade

I can't believe she's in the 3rd grade!!!

Aldersgate Camp

A few weeks ago we went to Aldersgate Camp, a very special place to our family. Brad was the dean for a middle school camp and Abby, Aaron and Mommy went with him and played all week! We had a blast! I think Abby and Aaron liked the barn and all the animals the best. They both got to ride a horse and feed some of the animals. We swam every day and went to campfires at night. 3 of their cousins were also there and they had so much fun spending time with them. Danielle was on staff, Kayla was a camper and Andrew was a counselor.

More camp pictures

Abby and Aaron had lots of fun playing in the creek. Of course, Aaron loved throwing rocks in and getting everyone wet.

We went to the craft hut every day and made something. Abby found some neat things to make like God's eyes and bracelets. Aaron was determined to make a Power Ranger helmet and sunglasses. He really tested Mom's creativeness. But he was pleased with the finished products.

Family Picture

Here is the latest Smart family picture.

Aaron at Soccer Camp

Aaron has been going to a soccer camp this week in Ashland. He was really looking forward to it and he had a great time. Now he's ready to play in the Grayson league this fall!

Tubing and Skiing with the Coopers

We went to Cave Run lake with Chuck and Megan Cooper water-skiing and tubing. We all had a blast! Aaron and Abby loved tubing and just swimming in the lake.

More tubing!

Lemonade anyone?

Abby and Aaron set up a lemonade stand one hot afternoon. They sure looked cute sitting on the corner and they made $7.00! Then the rain came!

Our Last Day of Vacation - In the Pool

We spent our last day of vacation in the pool ALL DAY! We had lots of fun. Abby and Aaron had a ball playing with their cousins - Phillip, Jenny, Christopher and Andrew.

Fun at Virginia Beach

We went to Virginia Beach for a day. The weather was awesome! (Brad has the umbrella to block sun, not rain) Abby and Aaron loved the ocean! We could hardly get Abby out to leave. Aaron tired out a little sooner as you can see from the picture. The water temperature was 66 degrees!

Jamestown Settlement

We went to the Jamestown settlement near Williamsburg one day. We saw an Indian village, learned how to grind corn, saw replicas of the three ships that brought the English to Jamestown and walked around the fort. Abby enjoyed it all. Aaron was in a grumpy mood that day and was determined not to have fun!

Vacation to Williamsburg, Virginia

Abby and Aaron were SO excited to get there! Can't you tell?