Weekend Warriors

A daily question around here is, "Is Dad staying with us all day today?".  That day means it's Saturday, which usually equals something fun.  

Albion Basin - Take Two!

The last time we went hiking up Albion Basin, the kids were little toddle-tots.  Yaks had just recently realized that life with us wasn't so bad and he could stop his 22 1/2 hour crying spells and sleep longer than 20 minutes.  It was a happy time!  Little Boo was a big helper even then,  and wanted to be sure that her brother had his hat on tight and that he was offered plenty of drinks from her juice box.  

We ventured up again to Albion Basin last weekend to escape the heat and enjoy the outdoors.  Two kids fell asleep as we passed the sign to enter the park, so we let them snooze while Josh and I enjoyed the cool breeze and peace and quiet.  

Hooray, everyone can walk!

When the kids woke up, we hiked up the trails and scrambled up rocks.  The kids got a kick out of the snow patches that were still around and made snowballs to toss at Dad.  We listened to Yaks offer encouragement like, "Yur doin' a great job, guys!  We're almost to duh top!"  I was paying for it by the end of the day, but it was fun to get out and exercise.  

July 4th Weekend

We asked the kids what they wanted to do this long 4th of July weekend, and they answered with four things:  

1.) Donuts at Dick's, 

2.) Going to the farm

3.) Swimming.  

4.) See Fire "cracks"

Consider it done!  We spent Friday at Nana and Papa's, helping with yard projects to prep for a backyard wedding luncheon for these two:  

Isaac and Megan

Saturday after a trip to Dick's for donuts, the kids went to Wheeler Farm where they saw goats, horses, chickens, a rooster, and sat on the tractor, among other things.  I didn't do a great job taking pictures this weekend, sorry.

Abby and Boo

Following naps, we went to Josh's Aunt and Uncle's to swim in their pool.  I couldn't find my swimsuit anywhere, so I sat poolside and snapped pictures.  

These two kids love swimming with Dad.  

Boo's gaining confidence in the pool.

Yaks needs  a little more fear in the pool.

After a delicious BBQ at Nana and Papa's, we were all worn out.  I broke out the two packages of snaps that I bought at the store and the kids did fire "cracks".  I don't think we saw one aerial firework the whole day, but the kids didn't seem to know or care!  Sorry, America.  I really do love you!

Order Up!

Finally, one more item totally unrelated to the topic.  It's said that motherhood carries with it many roles, including that of housekeeper, referee, chauffeur, medic, teacher, etc.  Today I was reminded of my additional "job" of "short order cook".  

The kids were sitting at the kitchen table just like this when I came down the stairs in my pajamas.  Yeah, those blue file folders are "MENUS", and they promptly (but politely), told me their order:

Boo:  "Hi, I'd like toast n' eggies n' milk n' cheer-os."

Amy:  "Oh, really?  Would you like a drink with that?"

Boo:  "Um, yes.  I already said that.  I want milk...please."

Amy:  "Oh, okay...Yaks what would you like to order?"

Yaks:  "Um, I jus wan toast n' eggies, but no milk.  I like wadder."

Amy:  "Sounds great!  I'll take these menus and get that ready for you."

Boo:  "Mom, this isn't really a restaurant.  It's just our kitchen and you're you and this is just for pretends."

Amy:  "Oh, okay."

I think I still deserve a big tip, don't you?