Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Heat Wave

Since we are currently enduring quite a lengthy heat wave, I might as well use my time wisely while we are spending some extra time indoors and update our blog.

July has been an absolute whirlwind for us. The kids, mainly Zachary, has been super busy with all kinds of activities and the younger two have had to go with the flow. We have finally finished our first Swim Team season, which was overall a great success although the commitment of it all about did me in. But most importantly Zach loved it and is asking to do it again next year. A decision that I'm not quite ready to make yet.

Cameron has also been doing some swim lessons, camps at his preschool & trying to tag along with Zach on his playdates.

Lindsey has kept me busy with weekly PT, OT & speech therapy sessions. She is doing great with her development and all of a sudden seems to turning into a little girl.










Zach wrapping up a fun summer baseball season





Lindsey quickly growing up. Sitting here on the couch looking at a book she just looks like a big kid now!



Zach finished up his 1st Swim Team season by competing in Naperville's Classic Swim Meet. The progress he made this season was just astounding. He ended on a high note by winning his event in the backstroke. He was so proud of himself!













The boys playing around in their new Manchester United outfits.












Lindsey swinging at the park. One of her new favorite hobbies.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

4th of July


Another great Fourth of July weekend for us up in Sheboygan visiting Mark's parents. We were joined by Mark's brother, Chuck and his family.

We managed to pack in a lot of activities too, thanks to Nana & Grandpa Leys' babysitting the two babies in the evenings. We went out for ice cream, played mini golf, watched the Venetian Boat Parade, & had a fire down at the beach to watch the fireworks on the 4th.

The boys of course were thrilled to be back at the beach and Lindsey also enjoyed her inaugural beach visit. She loved playing with the sand which was a big relief as I remember the boys at her age didn't like it.

We are lucky to have a beach access place to visit and enjoy our time visiting with Mark's Mom & Dad. Thanks for having us!







The cousins hanging out at the beach






Cameron hanging out with his newest cousin, Allie










Lindsey loved walking in the lake and didn't seem to notice that the water was absolutely freezing. She seems to be following in her brothers footsteps with a love of water.













Kayaking with Dad












Enjoying many soaks in Grandpa Leys' hottub










4th of July Fireworks at the beach