Extended Family Fun

Snapshots from outside the family reunion:

Got Your Tickets to the Gun Show?

Fun with Brock

Because it's too hot outside...

Grandma couldn't even spring for the self-propelled model!!

(Please pay no attention to the mess or the crying dog in the background. Thank you, Management)

15 Month Check-up

Jake had this 15 month check-up this week. There is definitely nothing wrong with his memory as he started screaming as soon as we entered the exam room. Despite all of his noise, he was measured at 32 inches long and 25 pounds heavy. He has another tooth starting to cut through which also seemed to cause an ear infection. The doctor was very impressed with his verbal skills and coordination. He did his best to show off while still clinging to Mom. To my surprise, he also kept the "uh-ohs" to a minimum.

Other updates:

We Didn't Start the Fire

Parents, don't let your children play with matches.

This was the view from our front porch on Saturday morning.*







*Note: Don't be alarmed. The house was vacant and being used by the local fire departments for training/practice.

At the Swimming Hole

We only thought that Jake had fun splashing in the bathtub or wading pool. Nothing tops a sunny Sunday afternoon in Grandpa's pool.




Note Uncle David's aim with the red rubber ball.


All of the family members get in on the fun.


If you ask me, this game is much better than Marco Polo.

Wonders of a Balloon

Rowdy 14 month-old: 1 Headache
Standard Round balloon: Free from babysitter
Endless hours of entertainment: Priceless

P.S. He is nearly-naked because he is supposed to be napping and it was hot in his bedroom. Looks tired, huh.

Feel Sorry for Her Yet?

What you can't hear over the squealing is Josie growling each time he gets close to her. She seems to be getting annoyed with this game.

Move Over Michael Phelps

Though Jake appears to be more apt for the water polo team.