Fair Time

We went to the fair this morning. Walked around all the buildings and finally found Shaylee's dinosaur that she made at school last year. And she also had a painting on display from Art in the Park. We saw all the animals, got lunch, and the kids each rode 2 rides on our way out. (nothing like throwing money away :) Deryk thought he was the coolest person in america on the motorcycle. He loves them. And he had fun driving the little car. Maycee chose the Tornado and a roller coaster. Shaylee chose a fun house and the Zipper. The Zipper didn't work out too well. Thankfully nothing came out of Shaylee's mouth but the loudest scream I have ever heard. And apparently I am getting old because I went with her and its just not the same as it used to be. Took me a minute to get my footing when I got off. :)

My Little Garden

Mmmmmmmmmmm......... We had the best meal from the garden today! I love this time of year. Corn on the cob, creamed peas and potatoes, and sauted zucchini and summer squash. I've never seen a two-year-old go crazy on a corn on the cob like Deryk did. He loves it and licked the cob clean!

First Day of School - 2009

The girls were so excited to go to school. (one of them was actually VERY nervous) They both like their teachers so far and being back at school. Maycee is in first grade and is going all day now. She didn't like the lunch at school, so she takes a peanut butter and apricot jam sandwich every day and couldn't be happier. Shaylee is in third grade and is very bored with the first week. Hopefully the reviewing won't last much longer!

Maycee is 6!

I can't believe Maycee is 6 years old! She is such an adorable little girl. She had a fun day with the family. On our family party years (even # birthdays) they get to choose where to eat out for dinner. She chose to go to Golden Corral. Not one of my favorite places, but she loved it and we had two "kids eat free" coupons, so that worked out well. Then we had a little family cake, ice cream, and presents party with Uncly Austy, Aunt Kim, and Aspen. All Maycee wanted for her birthday was a webkin. That was easy! Maycee, Shaylee, and Josh slept out in the tent that night after we played games and star gazed for a while.

Summer Fun 2009

We've been doing lots of little fun things this summer, trying not to spend any money. The girls took swimming lessons and loved it. We spend a lot of time in the backyard playing in the water and using Deryk's little pool. Deryk got stung by a wasp last week on his arm. He didn't really cry, but he was REALLY mad at that wasp! Now we have to explain every bug he sees as a good bug or mean bug. And a lot of our time has been spent feeding the three kittens. The mommy cat decided to run right under our tires as we pulled into the garage and that was the end for her. So we bottle feed the kittens 4 times a day. They should be ready to eat on their own this week. (whether they like it or not) :)

swimming lessons

little pool

wasp sting

orphaned kittens

Deryk is 2!

Deryk loved his birthday! He had no idea what was going on, but he blew out his candles and was excited to have presents. Such a cutie. What happened to our little baby?

Short Camping Trip

We went on a one-night camping trip towards the end of June. It was so beautiful on Friday and then the clouds came in that night and we headed home by noon on Saturday. So much rain!! It was a fun time, though.

family

Kids hiding in the tall grass

Josh and Deryk laughing about something.....

Waiting in the cabin to see if the rain would stop. It didn't.