Nose ring

(taken with my iPhone)
Well, that's one use for little links, Reece.

Back yard slide

Zach got a new pool, so he could hang out while the big boys used the slip-n-slide. Tried it out in the backyard tonight. Seems he likes it, eh?Frankly, it was time for me to check out the slip-n-slide. Reece needed some encouragement and so what if I didn't have my swim suit on. (yikes, swimsuit) Yes, definitely, this seemed like a better and much more convenient idea.D returned from a run to find us giggling and all wet in the backyard. Good times. Good times.

Later, I hopped in the shower, and after my discovery, wrote this on facebook: just found a cheese puff in my bra after slipping-n-sliding with Reece in my clothes. #lovebeingamom
Amen to that.

Things on wheels

Oh how we love Launa's Little Library. She hosts an annual Memorial Day Parade, theme: Things on Wheels, and this year, we joined in. What a precious neighborhood (that we're adopting b/c of Launa's and Kir's new place right around the corner)!

It was hot, but it was fun. Reece, of course, was excited to ride his bike.Didn't realize it at the time, but Kyle, Tara, Doug, and Lacey were right in front of us.
We went up and down the block, ending at Launa's for some juice and donuts. We met up with Kyle, Lacey, Kylie and Cole there, and saw a few other friends as well.Reece got a balloon from Ms. K. while Zach gnawed on the string.Kiley is precious on her tricycle. But, we are officially handing down the strider to her! She'll be riding in no time!The parade didn't move fast enough for Reece. He took off on his bike up and down the blocked off area, getting his WHEELS on before we headed home. (He got in a little trouble for taking off without telling us, but still managed a smile on his way back.)

Looks like we've got ourselves a new Memorial Day tradition.

first slip-n-slide

It's fair to say Zach enjoyed his first slip-n-slide experience.

Hold on to your floppy hats, there are a lot of pics.Reece sliding, Zach drinking the water.
Too cute drinking that water.Neighbors joined and we had even more fun...

orange

Peeked into the terrarium just before heading to bed and found the beautiful orange wings peeking through the translucent chrysalis. (I know the lighting was terrible.) Emergence should be soon.Action Chugger above, and now Buddy has caught up and now on the same timeframe.

quick trip

Well, who knew a quick trip to PepBoys could be so much fun.

school's out

Monday was the last day of school for the summer.Next year, Reece will be in a different class. Oh how we will miss Ms. G and Ms. C! Thankfully, his classroom is right across the hall in the fall, so we'll still get to see them twice a week. They truly have been a blessing to us.

After school, in usual fashion, we hung out on the playground. It's been a great additional bonding time for the moms/dads and the kids. I snapped a couple, and only wish I had gotten everyone.

But, as is my style, I just snapped what they gave me...and it was pretty cute stuff, if you ask me...