Painted door

Before

After

I finally did it. My to do list has had, paint door, on it for over a year and I finally got er done!!!! I am very happy with the results. It started out a little rocky and I nearly panicked and quit in the middle when the paint didn't look to be sticking, but I persevered and it was worth the time. It is a nice fun change for the price. One day I will get a beautiful wood door, but as of now this is a good fix.

School is out-finally.

Mrs. Mcquilken and Conor

It is with mixed feelings that we bid farewell to 1st grade. We have had an absolutely spectacularly, fabulous year and we are so very sad, so so very sad to say so long to our beloved Mrs. Mcquilken. Conor's next teacher has very large shoes to fill. Not only is Mrs. M. an excellent teacher, but she has also handled Conor's diabetes like a true champion and I have felt absolute confidence in sending him off to her care every day. We will miss her so.

Silver Rapids Indoor Water Park

Conor taking a little break and overlooking the options for fun

Enjoying the fun lazy river

This surfing wave was a big hit! I wish I could have tried it.

Just Josie's size water slide...

The tunnel named in our honor!

After the Haiwatha trail we went to Kellogg and stayed at the Silver Mountain lodge so we could enjoy the indoor water park. What fun! It was really family friendly and I can't say there was a sad face anywhere. Something for everyone for sure. They had this really fun family tube ride that I even snuck on, not to be disapointed. Maybe we can make this a yearly tradition.

Haiwatha 2010

My "cool" kids read to hit the trail!

This view can't be beat!

Lucky Josie- she got a free ride and she was a very good backseat driver

Behind us you can see the Taft tunnel. The Taft tunnel is just under 2 miles long and it is pitch black. Thank goodness for the awesome lights Kevin rigged up for us. Everyone wanted to ride next to us and be our best friend in the tunnel.Doesn't this face just prove that she had a fun day??

We went with 6 other families to ride the Haiwatha trail this year. We got up pretty early and drove to the trail head to get started. Miracles of miracles the weather cooperated and we had a great ride. No blood was drawn and all went well. After the trail we drove to Kellogg Idaho/Silver Mountain to spend the night and enjoy the super fun indoor water park.

Visit from Grandma and Grandpa

Roasting marshmallows with G & G

Out for a walk-notice they brought their own lodging

Enjoying the nice weather and a ride from Grandma

Grandma and Grandpa surprised us with an unexpected visit! They arrived on Saturday the 5th and stayed through the weekend and a few extra days. They even brought some nice weather with them. We had a great time. We roasted marshmallows, BBQ'd pizza, went shopping, went out to eat, chased some snakes, went on fun walks, read books and played games. I even beat everyone at Ticket to Ride-which is a first for me. We are so glad they came our way and spent time with us.

Another Snake

Check out this huge snake! Conor was riding his bike home from school the other day and almost ran right over this guy. He was so excited!! He was a lot bigger then the last one we found. He was actually in the neighbors yard, which made me happy.

Josie - So BIG!

Crazy hair on the trampoline

Making her own PB and honey sandwich

Potty training! - She is a pro

Just wanted to take a minute to spotlight Josie. We are officially potty trained, knock on wood. My kids are so great about deciding when they are ready and once that decision has been made Wa la... very few accidents and everyone is so happy! She is getting to be much noisier lately. She loves going to the store and loves playing with Conor or blaming Conor or bossing Conor. She adores reading and has her favorite book memorized (Maisy goes shopping.) She loves watching Curious George and will watch the same episode over and over again. When it is over she will say: More Monkey mama More Monkey!! That a girl!