Special Olympics- Raleigh

 Emma has been doing gymnastics for about a year now and was asked to join the Buncombe County Special Olympics team for the state games in Raleigh.  

It was a big deal!  We had no idea how busy it would be

It was a bit overwhelming for her

Opening Ceremony 

Lighting the torch

When we got to our Airbnb, they had made a cute basket for Emma.  It was full of treats, snacks and a sweet note.  She said she felt famous!

It was a great house

The event begins.

The boys left a lakehouse party to be there.  We are still hearing about that.....

Bars

Beam

Getting her medals

Emma and Shay

The Buncombe County crew

After the games, they had a party, dance and food

She had a blast and was very proud of herself.  I think this was the first and last Olympics for Emma.  Although she had fun, she said it was too overwhelming and stressful.  I'm glad she gave it a shot.

Grady's 17th Birthday

  I didn't get many pics this year.  The boys are usually out and about.  It's hard to peg them down.  We had banana pudding, Grady's fav. Happy birthday, Grady.  Keep shining that light.

Spring Pic Collection

 

A collection of random spring pics

Emma and I went strawberry picking

We made necklaces at Arms around ASD

My mother's day present from Emma

Myles got his permit

Terrifying 

Will and Fam came to visit

Newest foster, Poppy. She's practically unadoptable, mean as hell.

Emma fell down the stairs and hurt her tailbone.

Birthday present from Josh

Kate made me an amazing meal from Copper Crown

Josh tried the one chip challenge because Emma wanted him to.  Idiot

One of Myles' pieces of art was hung in the bank downtown.