Monday, July 29, 2013

Fun at the Lake for Ezra's Birthday



 HAPPY 
2nd BIRTHDAY 
to EZRA!


We had a fun day at Cascade Lake celebrating Ezra's 2nd Birthday.  The kids LOVED playing in the water and in the sand and had lots of fun with all the other kids.


Playing in the water with dad.







 



Sam waited very patiently for cupcakes and the singing of Happy Birthday all day.  He even had his pink cupcake picked out long before Ezra even knew it was time for cake! Luckily, Sam did let Ezra blow out his own candles instead of doing it for him and letting him watch (that was what he told us in the car)!




 


Finally, time to head back to the car  - the kids loved riding on the boat.  They were so tired, though, from a long day in the sun and Ava was passed out before we even put the car in Drive - Sam was not far behind!

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Camping in Idaho City


 Camping in Idaho City

We had an awesome tent up in the Mountains past Idaho City - the kids had so much fun running around inside and on the deck.


The view from the back side of the tent - it was pretty steep mountain behind us.


The tent had two futons and two large loungers that could turn into beds as well.  One of the big comfy lounger chairs looked right out the front and was where mom and dad liked to hang out!    
Of course, Sam and Ava spent time there as well with their loveys.


 Although it took awhile to get the kids to go to sleep the first night (actually, a long time), they slept well and we woke up and made a big breakfast of bacon and eggs.  Sam and Ava made sure dad stayed on task!


We went exploring, hoping to try to pan for gold and hang out by the river across the road.  Unfortunately, it was difficult to get down to the river because of all the brush and with the two kids, maybe not worth it.  The campground was very steep and lots of dirt - the only negative, not lots of open space for little kids to play, although the dirt seemed to keep them entertained somewhat!
play. 

It was very hot so in the afternoon, we decided to check out the new Hot springs in town - the pool was 85 degrees so felt perfect - the kids (and mom and dad) loved it.  It was a super nice place - food and drinks served poolside, live music, showers, etc...



After the hot springs, we went into town to Sasparillas for some ice cream, which on the way home, Sam told us was his favorite part of the trip.



The last night, daddy found the lantern/radio in the tent and it just became dance time / crazy time / wrestlemania.... until someone got hurt!  (not bad!)



We had lots of fun!


Thursday, July 11, 2013

Growing up too fast!

Sam promised me he would stay my little boy forever and live with his mom!!! Ha ha - I'm sure he won't be so cute when he's 30, living in my basement and calling me his best friend but ill take it for right now!

Friday, July 5, 2013

Too fun!!!!!

4th of July



We had a fun Fourth watching the parade with the Cooke cousins! We also went to a fun picnic in the evening - Sam played with his best buddy Andrew (they were inseparable) and Ava kept us busy chasing her! We had a fun day!

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Hockey games - another way to stay cool!


Sam and Ava love watching hockey and cheering for their dad - we also loved a chance to cool down and get out of the 100+ temps!!!