Seeing Red!

Jen and her kids go strawberry picking every year and it was time for us to get out there as well! This past Sunday we went to breakfast with the Sweet family and then strawberry picking! It was a bit cool and rainy but so much fun! Lindsey ate 2 that she picked while in the field and then decided it was more fun to pick the wild flowers. Lee and Jacob did a great job picking and Jake was super excited that Annabelle was there with him! We picked a ton of strawberries and I made Jen's amazing strawberry crisp that night. We had some berries leftover but they were gone in a day!

Mountainfest 2011

Last week I had the chance to take Jacob to Mountainfest on Fort Drum in between rain showers. We had a blast together and he tried some things he had never done before. One was climbing the rock wall, he got about half way up and realized how high he was and was ready to fall back down. He was so proud of himself. I completely forgot my camera so these are just bitty ones from my phone! We went back that night with Linds for the fireworks but ended up getting rained out! Hopefully we can catch some for the 4th!

Dancing in the Rain

Tonight after dinner Lee took the kids outside to play. It was so warm and sticky and we were going to get out the sprinkler. By the time I was done with the dishes, I could hear Lee yelling to the kids that it was raining. They were riding in Jacob's car and the next thing I knew, they were running in the rain. Then they were in the pool filled with rain water. They were having a blast, who needs a sprinkler?

Last Game of the Season

Tuesday was Jake's last tee ball game. The kids each got a trophy and certificate and we had a little party afterwards. It was so much fun to watch Jacob and Lee be able to do tee ball together.

A New Island to Explore

Jen and Ro told us about TI Park on Wellsley Island, about 45 mins from here. It is such a beautiful place with amazing summer homes. We decided to make an evening out of it on Father's Day. We took a bike ride around the island, had a picnic, played at the playground, and had ice cream at this adorable shop. It was a perfect night!

Cook-out #2

Last night we threw the summer kick-off bbq! Almost all of our friends were able to join us! Everyone seemed to have a blast! Everyone brought a delicious dish to share ( or a few) and we ate, kids swam and played, and we all had a great time!

Old Mac's

On Thursday we took the kids to Old Mac's Farm. Lee had to sit this one out on account of our dog Sugar hurting her leg. (another story)
Lindsey was a little taken aback at first by the animals being up close and personal. The only ones she really seemed to love were the kittens and the cows, go figure. However, they had a great time. It is one place you could take Jake every year and he would still love it!

Celebration

What a better way to celebrate Jacob's graduation than going to the Boathouse for dinner (food was great, service was HORRIBLE) and then for a walk in Sackets for ice cream! Thanks to Nana and Papa and Aunt Laurie for being here to celebrate with us!

Graduation Day

This is the first of many graduations we are looking forward to with our children! Jacob graduated from pre-k this past Wed. It was a musical event with lots of singing and dancing! All the kids did a great job! We are so proud of Jacob and all that he has learned. He continues to amaze us everyday and is growing so fast! Happy Moving-Up Day Jake!

Jake's Last Full Day

Last Monday was Jacob's last full day of Pre-K. It was a little sad but so exciting. We will never forget these past 2 years at St John Bosco's!

Swing Batter

Last week the coaches at tee ball decided it was time for coach pitch. That is the next step after tee ball for most of the kids moving up. The kids and parents loved it! We also got a team picture!

Cook-out #1

Last Saturday we decided to throw a seafood cook-out and invite the Charltons over. They love clams and cook them really well on the grill and I made home-made crab cakes. The food was sooo good including Jen's fruit tarts for dessert (and a of course smores)! Lee keeps asking me to get the recipe! Good food and great company= a great night!

Beat It!

Last night the kids and I went to Relay for Life. It was great to see so many teams there last night and to walk through the tents and be able to donate some money to a special cause. However the best part of the night included 2 things:
1. Watching Roland walk the survivor lap! We love you Uncle Ro!
2. We went to a tent to buy a cupcake and there was a "birthday" sign to write the name of someone who is celebrating a birthday that has beaten cancer. Jacob said to me, "Mom, will you write Papa's name on there?" It was the sweetest thing and I could barely hold back tears--sweet boy!
I tried to explain to him what relay for life meant and that we were here to support Mr Roland and all the people we knew that were not sick anymore (like Papa and Uncle Fred) and some that are still sick. He didn't forget what I said and it was the cutest thing ever!
If you ever get the chance to attend or be part of a relay for life, I strongly encourage you to do it! Help beat cancer!

Nearing the End

Yesterday was Jacob's school picnic. A chance for families to get together, eat and let the kids run around! It is a little sad to think his preschool days are coming to an end this week but he is so excited to go to Kindergarten! Check out the girls, they were just happy eating!