Morgan's first day of school

Morgan started school on the 13th of August!  Even though we did a lot of fun things, summer flew by this year.   Morgan was ready to get back into a schedule but she has homework already!  I don't think I'm ready for school to start.

Anderson Ranch

Our family and our dear friends the Cottles spent the weekend at Anderson Ranch lake.  We had planned on boating and RVing for a couple of months.  The idea sounded really great but the prep work was way involved.  We had to plan a menu, shop, pack, rent an RV, drive, find a camp ground, set up camp, cook, clean, spray for mosquitos, watch kids, use the facilities in a room no bigger than an airplane lavatory.  

The interesting thing is we had a great time.  The kids got along well, we star- gazed, roasted smore's, water skiied, (or in my case tubed), caught a lizard, played charades, fished, ate yummy food, and enjoyed each other's company.  We loved the lake and the beauty that surrounded it.  Thanks for a great get-away Cottles!

Nathan's 5th Birthday

Nathan turned 5!  We had so much fun celebrating his birthday...in fact he had many, many people sing "Happy Birthday to you".  He is so cute and appreciates all you do for him.  His favorite gift were Blendy Pens.  He saw the commercial for them about 5 months ago and couldn't hardly open his gift fast enough.  He plays with them every day now.  Happy birthday Nathan.

Thompson's Visit

We had such a great time last week.  My sister, Janette and her husband Steve went to Seattle to run in a relay with some of their friends and work associates.  Their Three boys came to stay with us for a few days and we had a blast.  Here are a few of the things we did.