Summer is passing fast, but we're having a blast. The girls are really enjoying the summer reading program at the library and the wading pool around the corner. That seems to be where we spend most of our time. We still have a few more trips planned. We're heading to Michigan for some back to school shopping and a visit with friends. We also are planning to head to clovermead apiaries and use our seasons pass to the pioneer village a little more. Its been hard to get out with unbearable temperatures. Benjamin has been great. He's extra busy these days..getting into everything. He's getting better on his feet and I'm really hoping in the next month or so he'll start walking. He's over 25lbs now and very heavy to carry around. He is such a happy kid and just enjoys life....he is defintely a mama's boy and has been more so lately. If I weaned him I think that would change a bit, but I'm not ready for that and he's definitely not ready. I think I'm going to leave it up to him and hopefully he'll decide on his own when he's done. If not eventually I'll have to make that decision, but we'll cross that bridge when we get there. Anyways..I hope everyone is having a great summer.

Trying to get to his sisters..he peaks under the door

We survived!!! Camping was awesome. We had such a great time. The kids were incredible!!! They had a blast with their cousins and the weather was perfect, even though it could have been a little cooler. The campground was perfect for the girls. They had free range to wander..there was some great activities and a playground and the water was far enough away that I didn't have to worry about them. Benjamin was good..he was very busy and kept me going. He just wanted to crawl around. I let him down a few times and he got pretty dirty, but loved it. The girls also loved to take him for walks to give me some short breaks. Everyone slept really well to which was nice. We spent three days at the beach so everyone was pretty toasty by the time we got home. Even with 50SPF sunscreen we all got a little pink. Benjamin loved the water. He splashed, screamed, laughed and crawled in the water. He absolutely loved it. It was special seeing him so happy. I'm so glad I decided to tackle this on my own...its not like me to try something like this with the kids alone, but I'm so happy I did. It was a great first vacation for Benjamin!!

Well Benjamin is going on his first vacation....we're heading out camping tomorrow afternoon. I am a little bit anxious about the whole situation as Jon has to stay home and work. But I will be there with my sisters and their families as well as 4 of my cousins and their families. It should be a great time..the weather looks fabulous. We're going to the campground that I camped at as a kid, so I'm really excited. Wish us luck. We'll be back Monday with lots of pictures.!!!! Have a great weekend.

Summer holidays are in full swing and we're having a great time. Our first official week has actually been busy. Canada day was great. We went to the Pioneer village and enjoyed the dominion day celebrations. The weather was fabulous and the kids had a riot. Benjamin played around in the grass and got to spend some quality time with his grandpa.

We also spent a day this week at the park and splashpad. Benjamin actually went in the water a bit..which he like as long as it wasn't to much, the water was pretty cold.

The rest of the week is going to be pretty quiet. Lots of time at the park and splash pads.

Benjamin keep us busy. He's learned to open drawers and cupboards. WE have to keep a close eye on him. He's got his fingers stuck quite a few times...but I guess that's part of the process. He's making new sounds too, so its funny listening to him babble. He's pretty entertaining.