Summer daze!

Never have we had a busier summer. Ever. Ever, ever, ever. What with the wedding, and all the kids being involved in the library's summer reading program (Madeline is there Tues-Thurs every week) and softball for the ladies and going to the pool a couple times a week-Exhausting! And if that weren't enough, add to that the fact that we are off to the cabin this weekend, the 4th if July is next week, and in 2 1/2 weeks we are all going to western MN-Jas to Sonshine, the ladies and I to the Soden's, and 2 weeks after that we go camping-it's a bit ridiculous if I do say so myself. I never thought I would say it after just a couple of weeks of vacation, but I'm looking forward to the calm (and coolness!!) of the school year. The kids are having a blast though, and that's what it's all about, right?

For your viewing enjoyment, here are a few pictures of a water-filled afternoon over at the Stime's.







This is what summer is all about!

What hot looks like

Dock weekend

Kate-her smile demonstrates how everyone felt to be out at the lake again!

Paul and the lovely Miss Kate.

Madeline, wishing her mean mother would have let her bring a swimsuit.

I have no idea what Jas's deal is in this picture.

Caleb and Jo, entertaining Kate.

Putting in the dock...

..dock..

...more dock!

Best. Canoers. Ever.

See previous caption.

Yeah, we rocked the canoe.

I have nothing to say about this picture.

Paul, happy and refreshed from our canoe trip! (ha!)

Dad and Uncle Jim decided to try and compete for the title of best canoers ever.

They failed dismally, in spite of reaching their destination and coming back far more quickly. No they didn't end up spinning in circles, or nearly colliding with a boat, but that isn't really relevant is it?

Mommy didn't bring the swimsuits, but that wasn't going to stop her ladies from getting in the water!











Lissa, enjoying the view from the deck.

Jason shows us what cabin life is really about!


Caleb taught Brianna and Meg how to fish. They didn't catch anything, but sure enjoyed the attempt!

Perfection.

Pictures from our last week or so...

Kate and her baby. It doesn't get much sweeter than this!

5 ladies at the park.

Kate sees the grass...

Kate tastes the grass...

Kate likes the grass!

Lovely Madeline.

Mom's Mother's day present. :o)

Spring tea party for 4...

...and their friends.

Kate ♥ ♥ ♥