the three

We snapped these photos at Bass Pro Shop.
We live within walking distance to Bass
and take quite a few jaunts
to the store for exercise,
viewing of the huge fish tank and
taking in all the outdoor world items.

The kids love going to Bass Pro Shop.
They call it the "fish store".
It's an apt name!

pics from my phone

Super heroes, unite!!

Water park fun,

one of our last "hoorahs" before school started.

My baked goods:

Choco Chip cookies,

From scratch Peach Pie (my very first pie ever)

Breakfast in a muffin pan;

eggs, bacon and spices.

 We all know how capable I am of making a fool outta myself

and not caring one bit!

Now I can make the excuse that I'm doing it for the children,

they get a kick out of it

when I act goofy.

A rare moment when James joins in my goofy fun.

This great tree is at a park we frequent.

It's perfect for climbing.

Here, I'm modeling my new shirt and necklace I received for my birthday.

I was getting ready to go to a friend's baby shower at church.

the post where i over-do it with pictures

Last week Princess and her kiddos came all the way from Overland Park

to visit us for 3 days.

We spent one whole day at the beach.

It was their very first beach experience ever and they

loved it!!!

We stayed too long though because we all got burnt!

I forget, even after living here for 2 1/2 years, how strong the sun is!

We had a lovely visit, but it wasn't long enough.

They never are!

We were so pleased with how well all the kids got along.

Princess' four kids range in age from 8-4 years old.

It was a great mix and I'm so thankful for our time together.

The beach day was the only day that I took pictures.

I'm kicking myself for not getting a group picture

or a picture of Princess and me together.

Oh well, at least I have these for great memories!

They are posted in no particular order.

Our beach stuff...and picnic goodys.

 Abey

 Salma

 Faesal (Henry and Marcail's triplet).

They are all born the month of January, the same year!

 Rayon, who is Naomi's age.

cruisin in the hot, hot sun

This summer we have a vehicle with an a/c that doesn't work.
It truly is hot and WINDY cruisin!

singin, splashin, dancin, jumpin and gigglin in the rain

The rain came upon us as we ventured outdoors

for an impromptu walk.

Rain boots and umbrellas were brought out

as soon as we returned.

Splishing and splashing ensued!

"I'm laughing at clouds
So dark up above
The sun's in my heart
And I'm ready for love
Let the stormy clouds chase
Everyone from the place
Come on with the rain
I've a smile on my face
I walk down the lane
With a happy refrain
Just singin',
Singin' in the rain"

                                                                               -From Singin in the Rain

mr. bean plays the drums