The Louisiana swamp area of the zoo was very realistic. I think we saw that house on our way to New Orleans. They even had a swamp monster on display. 
This picture was taken at the end of our aquarium adventure. Notice how wet Joshua's shirt is.
That is because they got a little soaked when the manta ray splashed them.
Aren't they sweet. 
Socks would like to have a lizard of her very own. She constantly sits on the window sill trying to capture one. Look at that determination. Windows cannot be opened unless she is locked up, since She has pushed the screen out in the past. In addition, I have to keep the door to the family room shut to keep her our of the turtles home. I am not sure who would win in a battle between a snapping turtle and a cat, but I don't really want to find out. Also, since the turtles cage is full of dirt, I am a bit concerned she might mistake it for a litter box. Pets are so fun.
Joshua had his first ball game last night. They were able to pull out the win. The final score was 14-2. He had a great time and we survived the elements. Between the chill in the air and the mosquitoes trying to carry us away, I wasn't sure I would last the entire game. I am so glad they have a time limit on the games. We only made it three innings. The first inning finally ended when our team got six runs. I am pretty fond of the run limit each inning as well. Tonight we don't have any games or practices. This may be my favorite day of the week.
We got a kick out of his stance. He was doing a great job watching the ball. Only four games and one practice to go this week. How long until June?
John did an amazing job on the bathroom. It is difficult to take pictures in such a small room, but you get the idea. We are taking a break for a few weeks, or possibly months, before beginning our next project. Baseball will be consuming our nights and weekends through the end of May. I am really looking forward to June.
Meemaw, Peepaw and Granny arrived Saturday afternoon. We enjoyed visiting and they even managed to work in a baseball game. That evening we enjoyed some wonderful brisket, potatoes, and corn which my talented husband prepared on the smoker. 
After lunch we headed to June and Larry's for an Easter egg hunt with some friends from church. The boys had a blast and John and I enjoyed a good visit with some great friends. While we were there our pastor, Marshall, shared a funny story from the baptism. He said that as soon as Joshua started up the stairs after he was baptized that candy wrappers started floating to the top of the baptistery. I guess he must of had a pocket full. It is good that Marshall has a sense of humor. 
Tomorrow is the day. I think we might make it. The bathroom is pretty much done. I think all that is left is caulking around the baseboards and filling the nail holes. It will require a little touch up paint, but nothing major. Once we hang the shower curtain and get everything cleaned up, I will post more pictures.
We took a trip to do a little shopping this afternoon. We got Joshua new baseball shoes and then went by Lowe's and got baseboards and a new toilet. When we returned home, the above notice was on our door. As soon as we got out of the truck a man from the water company was coming up our drive to give us the details. Our neighbors lawn crew cut a main line, so we have no water. They can't get out to repair it until morning. Oops. I was quite impressed that they were going door to door to let everyone know what was going on. Of course, it only affects six houses, but still. Since we have no water, we can't really work on painting and grouting. Oh well, I guess we will take a break this evening.
This is a picture of our house from the road. I can't believe how fast everything is greening up.
Here is the pool all cleared up. I am looking forward to having projects completed so we can just spend some time sitting around the pool and enjoying life in the country. 
On Tuesday night we had the Pinewood Derby race at cub scouts. Jacob won third place in his age group. He was very excited. Luckily, he decided to forgo the regional competition this weekend. Our church is having an Easter party the same day and he chose to go to the party instead. Yeah for Easter parties at church.
We are getting there. Joshua and I went to baseball practice and when we got home John had made significant progress. As you can see all the tile for the front room is cut. I don't know if he is going to glue it all down tonight or wait for morning. Either way, we should have tile down before the weekend is up. It may seem a bit odd that redoing the bathroom resulted in new tile in the front room, but that is how we roll. Tomorrow we have to go get baseboards and a toilet. I think we may be entering the home stretch. We still have to paint the bathroom before we can do much else in there. Once the painting is done it is just a matter of little things. Hanging the new light, putting up the mirror, installing the towel racks, setting the toilet. You know, easy stuff. We also have to paint all the woodwork in the front room. As you can see, we started with the mantel. I think I will like all white trim, but I am not looking forward to painting the shelving surrounding the fireplace. It may not happen this week. I am going to be off work the week after Easter, so it may have to wait until then. 
