That Girl Can Shake It!

On Saturday we went to the Dragon Boat Festival to see Kenz hula dance. She was awesome! I heard the people around us talking about her moves and her attitude. Great job girly!

*I know it's difficult to see, but she's the one on the far left!

Deck Party! Woo Hoo!

After 7 years we finally decided to finish the deck - adding on to it and adding railings. It was getting a little scary with no railings and kiddos. Of course we had to celebrate the new deck with a little party. Somehow it turned into a kids hangout, and they stole the show. How typical - I only get pics of the kids. I promise there were adults, beers, and burgers!

Cute cousins playing nice Then the naked sliding

And Cayden being a sweetheart to little Chandler

The best part of the BBQ - when the sprinklers came on and everyone was in the lawn! Thankfully someone grabbed Chandler since Steve and I were both inside.

Ahoy matey!

Last Monday Steve played hookie and we went to Pirate's Cove with the Deegans & Startzels. I didn't get too many pictures, because we were too busy having a fun time on the lazy river. All the kids even tried the water slide.

This is what happens after a full day in the hot sun and cool water

These girls never stop eating!

And it'd only be appropriate if the "guncles" took a pic together!

Long weekends are the best!

Steve had a 4-day weekend for the 4th, so we decided to take advantage of the nice weather and the time off. Friday we headed to the Botanic Gardens. Here's Steve with Chandler at the Japanese Garden (my favorite). She actually posed...it's amazing!

At the waterfall

Monday we took the girls and met Grandma & Grandpa Wesling at Heritage Square. It was perfect for Brooklynn, because they have little kid rides. Brooklynn was quite a trooper and went on all the rides. The only one she didn't care for was the teacups - too much spinning I guess. What a fun day!

On the paddle boat

Daddy & Chandler on the train

Tuesday we hung out with Grandma Betsy and went to the Botanic Gardens again. Never too many beautiful flowers!

Tuesday night we celebrated mom's birthday with everyone - Wes's family, Andy's, and ours. It's always neat to get the two baby cousins together. They're both so stinkin' cute.

Braelynn (6 mos) & Chandler (8 mos)

Dance Party!

A couple weekends ago we went to the Startzels for a BBQ, and of course we had to break out the music and watch the kiddos dance. Jackson is a superstar dancer, and he enjoyed showing Brooklynn his moves.

It's Raining...it's Pouring....

We started out our 4th of July with a little bike ride to the park with the girls. They are so funny in the bike trailer. They both love it, and they don't even fight....yet. Here they are ready to go!

In the afternoon we went to Steve's parents' for dinner and fireworks. It rained during the afternoon but seemed like it would be clear for the fireworks. So we walked to the fireworks in little rain. When we got to the park the fireworks started immediately. Brooklynn loved the fireworks, and kept yelling, "Come on fireworks!" Right after the finale the downpour began. It was the worst walk back, but at least we were able to see the fireworks. Some cities had to postpone them.

More Summer Fun

We had a super busy week. Wednesday we went to the zoo with Makenzie and uncle Andy. The girls had a great time playing together.

Andy, Makenzie, & Brooklynn on the choo choo

So sweet!

Thursday we met Laurel, Jackson, Amanda, and Hazel at Belleview park. The kids started in the petting zoo. Then we went to the creek to splash around and picnic. The kids had a great time running around and chasing each other.

Brooklynn putting the plate on Jackson's head - hours of entertainment!

Naked kids running through the park
The stroller is always a good toy!

Steve had a long weekend, so we went to the Botanic Gardens on Friday. It was a scorcher, but luckily there was plenty of shade to cool off.

The best shot we have of Brooklynn in a LONG time - she hates pictures!

Daddy & Chandler in the Chinese garden

Saturday we went to the Startzels for a BBQ. Again the kids had lots of fun splashing in the pool, mowing the lawn naked, and dancing the night away - stay tuned for the video!

Chandler just chillin' in the grass