Four Square Tourney

I LOVE when my kids have a day off school.  Just having a whole day with them without having to rush off to school makes me pleased as punch. So we got some things done this morning and then met Jer at our favorite pizza spot for lunch which was a serious treat in itself.

Then we came back home for an afternoon of 4-Square.  

It's the hot game at charter schools that have minimal playgrounds.

And both Jake and Bree love it.

 The Boys: Jordan DJ Jake Peter

 The Girls: Georgia Breanna Whitney Sierra

 They also snuck in a few games of Pit.

 While these guys wrestled on the trampoline.

 It really was the perfect day!

Just a little shout out to this lady whose idea this whole event was.

Nothing like having a friend who came up with the best idea to cure my Breezy's little blues.

And boy did it work!

Date Night

Despite the somewhat controversial restaurant pick (which is one of my favs) I think we came out on top because Red Robin is not just for lunches and kids and calling ahead actually works at that place.  Remember tho that when you are leaving and making last minute car switches it's best to call not text.  Back at home, leave the dutch ovens to Jer and James their scouting skills cannot be matched but remember they are still in the kitchen when you start in on the girl talk.  

It's good to know that dutch ovens and covered wagons are synonymous so if you invite certain people to a dutch oven shindig, they just may bring their blue darts which will start and evening full of flatulence.
Certain pillows will have to be sterilized. 

No need for games when Jamie's there to flatten, squish and fold me in half. I couldn't stop laughing long enough to fight back (which I would have and won).  My dear, you were lucky I couldn't talk and I was lucky to have remained intact if you know what I mean.

And lastly but most importantly, Jon you can ignore Riley anytime, the later the better!

Boating in November

 After the Veterans Day Parade, these guys were nice enough take us out on their new toy!

 Miss Georgia making it look oh so easy!

 Despite the lure of the island, Jake decided to hold off & give it a go next time.

If it weren't for the sharks and alligators Luke would've been in.

He loved holding that flag (Ava, you're so nice to share!) and yelling FASTER, FASTER!

 But Breanna wanted to try.

We forgot to warn her that water up her nose can make everything confusing.

 She gave it a shot, but hit the water and came up screaming in pain, something about her knee....

We all started having flashbacks about broken bones.

We were sweatin it for a second or two.

Those slurpees can get expensive.

 Yeehaw those knees are looking pretty good to me!

The key to this pic is where his finger is.  That would be the horn.

Probably what James and Sarah loved most about letting us tag along.

That and Luke's obsession with the driver's seat and rolling around the floor or hanging off the boat.

On second thought I think the dog at the dock that jumped into their boat and hung out for a while

might of been the winner.

My favorite was pulling into the dock and James saying,

"Hey Camie I forgot to ask if you wanted a turn".

You know, he's always looking out for me:)

You guys have the sweetest set up with that boat.

Thanks for sharing with us and for putting up with our skills:)

It was a blast!

Veterans Parade

It was another toasty one!   Got there early and snagged a prime spot.

 (might be the only one who thought it was prime,

but the rest of you can thank me for all the extra exercise you got:)

We got hooked up to some amazingly refreshing drinkage thanks to Luke's need for a pit stop.

 Voted most studly.  I'm especially likin the tall one.

  The queen of candy put the kibosh on throwing candy into the street this year. 

Had to sneak a few in when she wasn't looking though.

But this time I made sure #1 it was still in the package and #2 no motorized vehicles were coming.

 Jake's workin the crowd, but where in the world is Riley?

Likin that kid's swagger.

Georgia, you were definitely worth the wait. Go Girl Scouts!

Have to admit every year I get a little bit choked up during the parade.

So blessed!

Happy Veteran's Day!

Princess Ball

These two set off for a magical night full of treats, fun, dancing and games.

Bree with the Princess Hostesses

The other princesses: Kate, Haley, Allison, Elise, Bree and Jennica

Bree got to eat at my favorite place with my favorite guy.

The girls wore their dads out dancing the night away!

Might just be the cutest dad ever.

And when I sent him with my camera I admit I was hoping to get maybe 1 good shot of the night.

Boy did he deliver!

Thanks to Haley and Allison who I believe made this entire evening possible

(and to their parents who worked like crazy to make it so perfect!)

Breanna had the best time ever!

One Last Hurrah....

 We have gotten some pretty fabulous zoo trips out of our zoo passes over the past year but all good things must come to an end and these babies are no exception. 

 Did I mention it was a lovely 87 degrees today?

 Future Farmers of America...

This might be my favorite pic of the day...love how I told Ava to peek out from behind and she did it PERFECTLY.

 Can you spot the sleepy Koala?

 And Luke's pick, the Komodo Dragon?

 Our photographer encouraged us to be more dragon-like, good call!

 Ha ha ha!

This woman cannot get enough time with all of the animals! We had to force her to sit and take a rest.

It was a hot but heavenly day a the zoo!

and these ladies don't know it, but I just might be hoping to sneak one more trip with them in before our passes expire!