Slip N' Slide

What kid doesn't love a slip n' slide, especially when the temps are steady in the upper 80's? The water was FREEZING!

Yeah, Luke's face says it all!

Whee!! (I love her new swimsuit!)

My handsome man!

And, my pretty girl!

Family Visit

Taken in Frankenmuth...I love this pic of him! He's getting to be so grown up!

Jesse's family came up for a visit for a couple of weeks. We ladies met and picnic'd in Frankenmuth next to the covered bridge. It was a beautiful day!

The kids all enjoyed one another's company. Hannah, Maggie, Elijah, Annie, Noah, Luke & Mia.

The little jumping beans!

We had the family over for a cookout. I think the girls are waiting for their prince to rescue them!

Grandpa & Grandma with Luke & Maggie.

The Men--Luke, Alex, Jesse & Dad

The Women-Maggie, Annie, Piper, Mom & Carrie (April had to work so couldn't make the trip up with them -- we missed you, April!!)

Our cookout gang for the day--we had a nice, relaxing evening!

House Party!

I won another party thru houseparty.com--this was a "Kraft Taste of Summer" party. We had it after bible study, so had lots of good eats!! Pictured are the ham roll ups and the 100 calorie pack cheeses.

Jesse's Dad and sister, Jackie snacking (or maybe hiding?)!

We sampled Ritz Crackerfuls, Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Deli Meats (Roast Beef, Turkey & Ham), DiGiorno Pizza & Breadsticks, Macaroni & Cheese Homestyle, Kraft 100 Calorie Cheeses & Kool-Aid Fun Fizz.

Maggie getting ready to fill her plate.

Yum!

Braelyn, Elijah & Jesse's Mom.

Uhh, yeah...making Homestyle Mac n' Cheese.

Matt watching his Fun Fizz, well fizz.

Maggie enjoying her Fun Fizz!

Maggie & Noah with the beach balls they provided in the background.

Kaley, Shaylee, Mia & Hannah

We played some fun games with the beach balls! Luke is 'it.'

Maggie in the center!

Karen & Carrie showing off the Mac n' Chz!

The entertainment....I think the dog sampled as much as some of the children!

Mia enjoying her pizza. What a cutie!

There's my cutie with Hannah!

Hannah hamming it up for the camera.

Pinkie out is the only way to enjoy a crescent roll!

Elijah chowing on the mac n' chz. I heard him say his favorite were the Ritz Crackerfuls!

Edison lovingly displaying a beach ball.

The kids all gathered and eating their fun treats!

Thanks for a great night everyone!!!

Koko by Special Request

Tip Toe thru the Tulips

My tulips are slowly coming up...it's so pretty this time of year!

The cherry tree is in full bloom, so we couldn't resist taking some pics in it!

And, then for some bubble blowing!

Couldn't seem to catch Maggie with a bubble, but she's still cute! HA!

Just Because

Happy Easter!

I've been meaning to take this photo for a long time and Luke reminded me today! My handsome men!!

Dyeing Easter eggs

Happy Easter, everyone! This is quick pic of our fam on Easter day.

Thank you, Jackie!

Luke & Elijah--don't they look like they belong in a Gap ad??

Maggie & Hannah-those silly girls!

a few of the cousins hanging out!