We're so crunchy

Our second camping trip was um...eventful. Friday's weather was beautiful, but of course we spent more of the evening was spent setting up the camper. Saturday started out lovely as well. After a relaxing coffee in a camping chair (nothing better) we hit the beach. It was gorgeous, and the girls had a blast. Unfortunately the clouds began to rumble and we headed back to camp. After a couple of hours in our individual pop-ups, the girls were going a bit stir crazy. The decision was made to go into town for dinner. "Town" turned out to be Onamia, and dinner was at the one and only diner. It was very nice really, and the girls were perfectly behaved. It was nice to be safe and warm during the storms. We even had pie!

After dinner, our friends made a last minute decision to stop at Urgent Care on the way home to have someone take a quick look at Lucy's foot, which was swelling up like a balloon animal due to bug bites. This turned out to be serendipitous, because we got to ride out the ensuing the tornado watch in a cozy waiting room complete with a t.v., toys, coffee, and cushy furniture, instead of on the bathroom floor with 100 other people at the campsite. Thanks Lucy!

It poured for the rest of the night, but Sunday was glorious. We packed up and went for a lovely walk down to another beach. The girls frolicked and played in the sand. It was hard to leave, but I was ready to sleep in a (relatively) sand-free bed.

If you wonder if we enjoyed our trip, the answer is in the fact that next year's camping trip has already been booked. They may make a granola chick out of me yet.

The Estate

Running with spoons.

This is Millie's new "silly walk." No idea where it came from, I swear I do not let her watch Monte Python yes.

The ladies

Ann takes her camping decor very seriously

Cold Chillin' in Lucy and Betty's camper

Our lovely neighbors, both at home and at the camp site

"Daddy" by Millie

Beach Bunny

Happy July!

As Millie calls it.

Girls and Boys of Summer

Tonight was the first night of Tee Ball, but due to the depressing weather we've been having, "practice" was moved indoors for the littlest of "players." And by practice I mean: meet the coach, run around the gym twice, roll the ball anywhere but where you're supposed to, and stare blankly into space. Also, look ridiculously adorable in your oversized, can-be-seen-from-space orange t-shirt and one-size-fits-all cap.

Run, Millie, Run!

United in their confusion.

She looks like she's chewing. Already a pro. Zach is looking for the snacks, and that kid sitting down? Yeah, he's going to be the trouble maker.

Yep, she's the smallest.

Listening to directions. A lot of good that did her.

The coach is that way, Millie.


Just look at 'em all swimming in their t-shirts. Those things would fit me, what were those people thinking?!

Should be a fun season. At least we'll have lots of fodder for the blog.

Big Birthday Party

For the third year in a row, our six Jelly Beans got together for a joint birthday party. Although the skies were dark and misty at times, no one seemed to mind. As usual, the food was great, the company even better. We are so lucky to have found all of you.

The craziest part is that Greta, Georgia, and Graham weren't even here yet!

Look at how our babies have grown, click here for 2nd birthday party photos.

Sweet Evie.

Believe it or not, Zach's eye is looking much better.

Looks like Greta is ready to walk.

This is the fight I didn't win. She got to wear her "party dress."

Isaac and his princess.

Look at those eyes!

Whatchalookin' at?

Hi!

Yet another game of Duck, Duck, Gray Duck.

Oh I hope she picks me!


Baby Graham, if he was a football player in the 30's.

I think that's a hot dog bun.

Ring around the Rosie, again.

Coco's face is pure toddler joy.

Kelly's gorgeous cupcakes.

Can you believe how patient they are all being?!

Our little peanut

Three year old stats just in:

35" short

27 lbs.

Vision is perfect. Balance is "exceptional," which she did not get from me. So far so good.

Our last ECFE party

Tonight was the ECFE party, as most of you who read this blog already know (because you were there.) It's kind of a big deal for us, since we won't be continuing with ECFE next year. It was fun as usual, with lots of good food and visiting with friends. The highlight, of course, was getting to meet and hold teeny tiny baby Lillian. Was Millie ever that small?

Here are a few pics from the festivities.

Millie and "Big Lillian"

Action shot.

Gimme the camera.

Just hanging out.

Purty Georgia.


Baby Lillian spent the whole evening sleeping and making sweet baby noises. It was hard to pass her back to her mommy. Thanks for letting me borrow your brand new baby, Nicole and Matt!


Hey Millie, did you have fun tonight?

Dinner

Check out my new blog for the recipe to tonight's yummy dinner.