Loving Waterparks

Okay so I really love taking my kids to the local water park. It is very toddler- friendly park. However, it is a task by myself, but it doesn't stop me I just have to get psyched up for it! Joz is a total water baby, she bolts into the water without hesitation, she has no fear. So I have to keep a close eye in her and whenever we start to head towards the shallow end she quickly turns around. She really wants to just swim and entirely believes that she can. She even goes up two sets of stairs to get to the water slide (toddler one) and comes down all by herself. It is amazing! I put a life vest on Brax cause it is hard to keep track of both, especially when they want to be doing different things. He has improved so much and does a really good job in the water now. Still will not get his face wet, I probably gave him PTSD from swimming lessons and how you are instructed to "dunk them," once was enough, then we flunked out cause I couldn't do it anymore! Anyway, this summer has been very eventful, and we have really been enjoying ourselves. Brett only had three days of clinic left then we are home free!

Lake Family

This is our typical Saturday. Brax was not allowed to get on the jet ski until these pictures, and at first he was very timid, but he warmed up and enjoyed himself. Of course we only go like 5 mph, but that is super fast to him! Anyway, we are all doing well and Brett's schedule is slowing down a bit, allowing for a little more family time and we love that!

Hibachi

One of my wonderful birthday memories pictured!

4th of J parade pictures...better late than never

We had so much fun today as we went to the parade with my parents and some friends. We then of course had to go to Chucky Cheese's on demand by Braxton, because Grammie and Grandpa always take him there when they come! Finished off the day with a wonderful dinner out and fireworks.

Happy Birthday to me!

Today has been a great day! I was awaken with a screaming Happy Birthday from Brax this morning, a sweet yet rude awakening! Then my hubby got me my favorite breakfast and a bouquet of flowers! Then throughout the day has showed me with gifts, he did a good job this year! My Mom is still here, so that makes my birthday super duper special! We went to a Hibachi Japanese grill for lunch and it was great except Brax was totally freaked of the fire, but amazed by the chef (he said he was like magic)! Joz just didn't know what to think. Then a shopping spree for me and a special dinner date in the evening! A fantastic day, even though I am now a day older, I am also wiser too, right?

Hurray for Independence day!

This is one of my favorite holidays. There is just something about the pride you feel for your country. I especially feel it because of my wonderful husband who has served this great land for many years. Both of my late grandfathers also are veterans. I of course love the parades and the fireworks. We went to a parade this morning and have been doing fireworks for a couple weeks now (Brax's favorite thing as of late). I also love it because it is exactly a week from my birthday and I got the greatest gift this year, a little early. The kids and I were playing in the backyard on Thursday when Brett went in the house for something and then the back fence gate opens and there are MY PARENTS! It was a total surprise and a shock, I had to take a moment (okay lots of moments) to take it all in and catch my breath. Brax was super cute when he saw them in total amazement and complete confusion. Anyway, so I get them both until Sunday and my Mom for a whole week! I am so excited!!!! They got me good.