ABC's

 

Carson came in my room a couple days ago and completely surprised me by singing the ABC's.  Honestly we hadn't practiced it in a while, so I was very impressed to see how well he did.  They must have been working on it at school.  As you can see he's very proud of himself.  =)  So smart.

Banks Lake 2014

We just returned from our annual trip to Banks lake.  It was a blast, as usual.  5 days full of sunshine, water, boating, beach, beverages, and fun!  It was a little bit more low key this year, as we were the only ones who went!  Usually we have 4-5 boats full of people and multiple tents at our campsite.  This year some people had babies, others had school, and some were moving.  Luckily our friend's Kristin and Andy were also there so we hung out with them every day (of course I have no pictures of them!)  It was a different kind of trip.  Staying out on the boat until sunset, going out to dinner, and just relaxing.  It was nice.  But next year bring on the party and boats full of people!

We did lots and lots of fishing.  (At least the kids and Lance did.  I did lots and lots of sunbathing and reading!)  Lots of fish were caught too.  Even Rylee and Carson caught a few!

We found this great little cove with rocks surrounding it.  The boys fished in floaties (and caught tons of fish) while the kids and I swam and found a great little rock jumping spot.  We will definitely be coming back to this spot next year.  One evening we even saw a mama deer and her two babies!

The kids took long, amazing naps.  One of the best things about vacation is the naps.  =)

We also did some rock jumping.  Rylee and Carson were both very brave and jumped higher than they ever have before.  They also both jumped off the front of the boat.  Another first!

The kids also went tubing for the very first time.  It took some coaxing but once they did it they absolutely loved it!  They both loved going across the wake.  They are hooked!  They are already asking when they can go tubing on Lake Tapps.

Still my favorite place on earth.

 

#Bankslake2014

Swimming fools

 We went swimming again with Janice, Sally, and Sally's daughter Savannah.  Rylee adores Savannah and followed her around like a little puppy, trying to do absolutely everything she did.  Carson spent almost the whole 3 hours jumping into the pool.  What can I say... my kids are definitely water babies!  Thanks to Janice for taking the great photos.

Family, fishing and FUN!

 We just finished a fun, family filled weekend.  The Bend Craig's came to visit, so needless to say, the kids were nonstop energy and worn out every night.  Saturday we went to a family BBQ at Uncle Stuart's house.  There were a few new people there I hadn't met before, and 2 new cousins (ages 2 and 6) that the kids absolutely loved.  I don't think we saw the kids that entire day. 

 Before the BBQ we met at a park in Redmond for some climbing and running around.  It was such a cool park!

 Rylee (4), Cole (6), Ace (6), Carson (2), Jack (7), Tamryn (2), and Eden (2)

 Jack and Ace taught Carson all kinds of new dance moves.  =)

 Thanks cousin Jessica for keeping an eye on the kids so we could have some adult time!

 The rest of the weekend was spend doing lots of fishing.  The kids even took a dip in the lake... Brrrr!

Such fun times and lots of memories made.  I wish we all lived closer and could do this more often!

A "Day out with Thomas"

 We went to a "Day out with Thomas" today at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie.  It was super cool.  Carson absolutely LOVES trains so he was in heaven.  They had lots of fun activities for the kids, and of course a ride on the "Thomas" train.

 Meeting Sir Topham Hat

 Afterwards we went to check out Snoqualmie Falls and do a little hiking.  Absolutely beautiful.