Thursday, June 20, 2019

Bennett is Seven!

 
 This kiddo is 7!
He is a smart, inquisitive, joker who is always looking for more information. 
Bennett wanted 2 things for his birthday: pizza and his buds playing games in the yard.  

  He was a little excited for this party :)  
Bennett, you are a wonder.  
You love to learn, you are always looking for a hug, you are so good at helping others and willing to try new things.  
Happy Birthday bud! We love you!

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Summer So Far...

This summer has started off with a bang!
Brooks enjoyed his first big nature center camp for a few days.  He loved catching frogs and learning about our prairies. 
Arnolds Park is OPEN and we are enjoying it all - Brooks is big enough for so many rides and we are having a blast.
                        
Our first summer beach trips are underway - we enjoyed a hot day full of sun, fun, snacks, and some cold lake water.  Sun kissed tired kiddos were ready for bed that night!

Memorial Day weekend we visited my dad. The kids asked many questions again and took turns telling him all about their new interests and everything they are busy with lately.
 


Boat days are some of our favorite - swimming, snacks, and a slow ride around the lakes were the perfect way to spend father's day after brunch.

Bennett lost another tooth!  His smile is getting older and older by the minute....
After a big rain our field in the back yard filled up so much that Andy decided to take the kids for a ride! 


Our cow this year is named Root Beer. 
She is calm, adorable, sweet, and gets taken care of by 3 special kids two times a day!





Summer is such a busy special time of year where we fit in as much fun as we can handle!






Monday, June 10, 2019

Marie is 10!

 Marie Beth is 2 whole hands!  
This girl is a dreamer.
She loves people, animals, pushing herself, trying new things, sports, reading, taking care of others, making people laugh, dancing, singing, and more.
 For her party this year we gathered at the resort and swam in the indoor and outdoor water park on a beautiful day. She requested an ice cream cake and dinner at Okoboji Store.  

 We also enjoyed ice cream with her birthday buddy Aunt Martha who turned 81 on June 7.  
These two have a pretty special bond.


Marie - we love you so much. Happy Birthday sweet girl.