Bold New Look

 

Emerson went out for a haircut with Dad—and came back rocking a green mohawk!

Park Hopping

Emerson had a great time hanging out with Luke and his mom! They visited two different parks and topped off the day with a trip to McDonald’s. 

MWX Showcase

 

What an energetic season finale from the Nitro team at the MWX Showcase! Great season, girls!

Easter Egg Hunts and Good Times in Kettering

 

We had a wonderful Easter in Kettering with the Jumps, McMillens, and Meyers. We brought Ilene along, and it was great to introduce her to everyone. The weather was perfect for a day of good company and great food. After lunch, we enjoyed the beautiful spring weather, sitting outside while the kids had a fun egg hunt, followed by Kara and me searching for eggs that the kids re-hid.

Emerson’s First Game with the Lime Lizards

 

Emerson finally got to play his first soccer game of the season—his team had already played once without him while he was healing from stitches in his ear. It was great to see him out on the field with the Lime Lizards! Grandma Lovie came along, which was especially nice with all the walking to get there, and Winnie joined us too.

Good Friday

 

We had Good Friday off from school, and I only worked a few hours. The weather was gorgeous, so we got outside to soak up some sunshine. In the afternoon, we dyed Easter eggs (always a colorful mess!), and later the kids and I went to see the Minecraft movie. Cue "Steve’s Lava Chicken" (song)!

Catching Up with the Yarns & Rodes

We had a great time catching up with the Yarns and Rodes! The Yarns were in Ohio for a college visit to OSU and to celebrate Easter. We’re lucky to run into the Rodes since we're all Berlin Bears, and it was extra fun having everyone together. The kids had a blast!

Shale Meadows Art Show

 

We had a great time at the Shale Meadows art show, especially seeing Emerson’s creations on display. It was so cool to see how many of the artworks lit up under black lights (like the last piece here by Emerson).

Emerson's a Heggerty Hero

 

We’re so proud of Emerson for earning the Heggerty Hero award! He has been working incredibly hard on reading & paying attention in class.

Easter Fun at The Inn

 

Dad and Emerson went to The Inn where Nana lives to enjoy the Easter egg hunt for kids. They had quite the spread, a fun egg hunt (with some golden eggs!), and even a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Final Comp for Team Nitro

 

Winnie and Team Nitro wrapped up their last competition of the season in Sandusky—and they did awesome! Their hard work paid off with a pizza party prize to enjoy back at their gym.

Winnie is pictured with her “little sister” for the season, Mila—such a sweet bond they’ve built.

Great job, Team Nitro!

Ear Stitches

 

On Tuesday, the school nurse called me to pick up Emerson. He had fallen on the merry-go-round (maybe the edge?) and cut his ear.

I took him to Nationwide Children’s, and luckily, he had a great experience. A tall, friendly male nurse kept things light and made Emerson feel comfortable while he got four stitches.

The only real downside is that it’s delaying the start of soccer season—but we’re glad he’s okay and on the mend.

Monster Jam

 

Seth, Emerson, and I had a blast at Monster Jam at the Schottenstein Center.

The monster trucks were just as loud, powerful, and impressive as you'd imagine—balancing feats, soaring through the air, and leaving us cheering. But it wasn’t just the trucks that stole the show. The motocross riders took things to the next level with high-flying flips and tricks.

Emerson is already counting down the days until next year’s event.