Beautiful Day

Saturday we had a wonderful day out. The weather was perfect so we headed over to the zoo. First we fed the ducks. This is my favorite way to dispose of stale cereal. Next we headed for the paddle boats. Boy are they a lot of work after a pillates class but Steven came to the rescue. He asked if he could peddle and steer by himself. We were happy to turn over the paddling but not the steering.

After enjoying the animals we headed for the children's zoo. Steven loves to climb in there. But I think his favorite part was cooling off in the jumping waters.

Sawyer, Michigan

Every year for the last 4, we have had the pleasure of visiting our dear friends John and Roger at their Sawyer home. We begin each visit by checking on the fish in the pond.

After a wonderful lunch, we head to the beach. Looking at Steven and Andy you would never know that it was cold enough for me to wear my jacket. We had so much fun at the beach. John met us with Gunner. Steven had so much trouble understanding why Gunner wouldn't do what he said, but he loved playing with him. They had a mean game of frisbee in the water. We look forward to our next visit for Halloween. The last picture is from our first visit. Where did the time go?

Happy Graduation

Cousin Ray graduated 8th grade. It took until the end of August for the family to all gather to celebrate this exciting occasion in Valparaso, IN. IT was worth the wait. My 92 year old grandmother decided to leave her building and join us. Steven had so much fun with these rarely seen cousins that the first words out of his mouth once in the car to head home was," When can I come play with them again?". We hope it is soon.

Toothless Wonders

Steven lost 2 teeth in the last few week and in Steven style, he did it his way. The first tooth came out when he threw up. It was a great diversion from the upset. Three days later a bloody mouthed child came up to our room. Being the chicken I am, I told Steven it was time for him to pull out the tooth. He said, "I need a stool." So I got him a stool and out came the next tooth. Unfortunately, the two tooth space is being filled by one giant new tooth. We are already saving for braces.