While Lizze was resting today, I took the boys for a hike. We went about two-ish miles, and everyone made it to the end.  Mr. Emmett needed to make about a dozen or so stops to fix his crocs, but he did so and continued on. We all had fun, explored nature and got some exercise.  I told the boys that perhaps after Lizze wakes up, we'll go to a playground, and maybe get some ice cream to celebrate Mother's Day a bit early. ☺  Below are some of the pictures I took from our hike today. 

Lizze and I took the boys to the park this evening. It had been a stressful day for a number of reasons, and I wanted to steer the car back onto the road.  We all had fun. Emmett caught Pokémon, and Elliott was doing something on his tablet. Elliott was enjoying sitting on the bench in the garden. It was a tranquil moment for him, and while I'd of preferred no tablets, I was happy to see them happy.  Gavin went straight to his favorite spot and sat down. He loves these big rocks above a small waterfall.  While keeping a close eye on the boys, I got to spend some time doing one of my favorite things, aside from writing. I love taking pictures, especially nature related.  At some…