Weddings and Sleeping Out

In August,  our good friend Brittney Gotschall was married.  We were able to attend one of her receptions.  Here are some pictures of the kids with Gotschall (Sherry, Brittney's mom) one of their favorite people.  Ryan did take some pictures with Brittney, but they are on his phone and I will add them later.

Labor Day weekend, Ryan decided to sleep outside with the kids.  They slept on the trampoline.  It was a little chilly, so those who stayed in their sleeping bags (Morgan, Joshua and Gracie) made it through the night.  Those who did not (Jaxen and Rachel), ended up in bed with Mommy inside.

Cousins and Sleeping Arrangements

In August, Ryan's parents and brother Andrew's  family came to visit.  We had a great time going to the beach with them.  We hadn't been all summer, because with 5 little ones it was easier to take them to the pool.

While they were here, the kiddos shared one bedroom.  Here are a few pictures of the various sleeping arrangements we would see each night.

Kid's Day at the Zoo and Riding our Bikes

At the end of summer, I became adventurous and I took the kids to the zoo by myself.  It was kids day and they had lots of fun activities, animals out that you could pet etc.  We didn't take a stroller, just a back pack full of water and treats.  The kids had a great time and were very good.  We stayed together and I didn't have to carry anyone. 

This summer, Morgan and Jaxen, learned to ride two wheelers.  They saw the neighbor across the street doing it and were determined to learn too.  It took three days of practicing with Dad, but they finally got the hang of it.  Look at them go.