Over the rivers and through the mountains to grandmothers house we go!

A couple of weeks ago we headed to Grandma and Papa's house for the weekend.  We always have so much fun!  The kids rode the big gator, played with bubbles, tried to catch butterflies, swam in the pool, and rode the horses.

Papa tying Boston up.  I might have to remember to try this sometime.  Seems to keep him in one spot for awhile  ; )

This is Papa's new colt.  The kids love him.  We were all pretty shocked that Bullseye (a.k.a. Buddy and Button) let Brynlee pet him.  He usually doesn't let anyone except Papa get close to him.  He must have really liked/trusted her!

Now this horse is a little more my speed.  Oh wait, I think it's suppose to be a cow. HA HA!

KA-CHOW!

I can't believe Boston is 3...hmm *sniff, sniff*  Well the birthday boy wanted a "Cars" birthday party so that's what he got!  We had colored, had car races, cake and presents!  The kids had fun and I think Boston really enjoyed his special day.  We love our goofy little surfer dude!  He's as boy as they come and is always making us laugh and can be (if he wants to) the sweetest little guy ever.  He gives the best hugs and kisses and we love him dearly.  Anyway, on to the party!

This was his cake.  All you amazing cake makers out their don't look too close!  It turned out okay I think and best of all it tasted great!  That's what matters right?!

 I have the hardest time getting a decent smile out of this little guy.

Well I tried : )

Racing of all kinds!

Showing off their "Piston Cup" metals. hee hee

Presents! Oh what fun!

And last but not least, the PINATA!

Happy Birthday buddy!  We love you!!

Maklee's Pony Party

Maklee's birthday is the day before Boston's and we went down to her pony party.  The kids had a blast and it was a fun party.  They always have fun being with their cousins.

Brynlee and the birthday girl!

Pony rides!

And check out these cute horse outfits they got at the party!  So fun.

And just because I really liked this picture...Don't they look cute?!

Soccer STAR

Brynlee played on a soccer team this spring/summer.  She actually got pretty good at it as the season went along.  And if you cheered for her she would get more aggressive.  It was funny.  We are so proud of our little soccer star!

Let Freedom Ring!

We went to Kelli's house again for the 4th.  And oh what fun!  Parades, candy, yummy food, good company,  gator rides, horse rides, a rodeo, fireworks and some good family old team roping.

And would you believe that in the 9 years we've been married (10 years that we've known each other) I've never learned how to rope?!  Well, well, well, that time has come to an end.

YEE-HAW!! Oh ya, I'm a pro ; )

 Aww, isn't it cute! Made me laugh, they know their roles already!

 Brynlee was a little shy with the fireworks.  But not the little man, he went wild!!

 Dancin' at the parade

 I told this kids to smile at me...they wouldn't.  So then I stuck my tongue out at them and this is what I got...

 At the rodeo!

Then we made our way back to the war zone.  Seriously, Evanston people go CA-RAY-ZY! The sky is lit up for hours!  And not with little fireworks; with the big "city show" firework.  My pictures don't do it justice, but I tried anyway.  These were taken from our backyard.