Blueberry picking

Earlier this month we went blueberry picking with Katie and the kids. It was a very hot day, but well worth the trip! It's always a fun experience to take the ferry and get whatever ice cream flavor is currently in season. Not to mention my kids absolutely love blueberries.

There's nothing like some cold ice cream after being out in the heat.

Thanks for coming with us!

4th of July

We didn't have any big plans this year for the 4th, but it's always a big holiday in our neighborhood. We had pancakes on the deck for breakfast.

Then dressed in our red, white, and blue and went on a golf cart ride.

We ended up at the beach, just in time for the neighborhood bike parade.

Bonnie decided she wanted to try it, so we brought her balance bike.

Most of the kids were much older than her, and treated it more like a race than a parade - but she committed to doing the whole loop without stopping. 

Eric ended up on an impromptu run next to her to make sure she made it all the way around. She very much brought up the rear, but she finished and was so proud of herself!

That afternoon we ended up back at the beach with lots of our neighbors. It's always one of the most fun beach days because everyone brings their beach floats/toys/food/games to share. The older kids hang out on the pier waiting for their turn to go tubing. 

That evening we had red, white, and blue sherbert with sprinkles for dessert. It was such a fun and laid-back day. I'm so thankful to live in this country and proud to be an American!

Visit to Grandma's

Last week we went up to mom and Dave's house for a long weekend. It was a wonderful change of pace and relaxing as usual, plus super helpful to me to have the extra hands during the day! We enjoyed lots of pool time, porch time, Great Country Farms, and movie/game nights. Eric even came to hang out for a day. 

Bonnie loves Grandma's garden.

Riser loves snuggling anything he can, including big comfy beds.

I love snuggles in the pool.

The gems were obviously a hit.

Riser continues his affinity for Maggie. 

Uncle Eric tried his hand and helping Bonnie learn to swim - to no avail.

Grandma has the best homemade ice cream.

Great Country Farms is always getting bigger and better!

There was a rogue baby goat roaming the grounds, which both my kids were obviously thrilled about. 

Bonnie loved helping wash the dishes.

It was such a lovely visit - we can wait to come back in August! Thank you for letting us stay!