May, Already?

When did May come here blowing its thunderstorms in and getting us ready for pool season? I swear it's still February in Charlotte.  We have a weekly/daily routine and much hasn't happened lately (at least that's post-worthy). We go to the library a few times, go to Trader Joes, have a visit from a friend or two... just toddler busy-ness.  Here are some recent pics. (dont forget to click on them to make them larger)

Ari at a park for a picnic and playground time.  We have been visiting parks nearby for dinner and its been a fun way to meet people and get out of the house.

This was a super early morning outside. They both were up before 7am and because they share a room, there's no sleeping in.  I got up and made coffee and then we played outside.  It was a loooong day with that morning.  Who doesn't want sand in their fleece footie pajamas?

The chive blossoms looked pretty that morning too.

 The beans are climbing high and getting read to begin harvest season. 

The most glorious scent on earth: Gardenias.  Thank you, spring, for giving them to me for Mother's day. All three bushes are in full bloom. 

This last picture makes me laugh. Ari likes to roll/walk/run down the hill in our backyard. Ari fell and Ashlyn just followed along bravely through the weeds.