Eliza -- many faces of slime

Riding the Swan boats

Riding in the bug car

Beach Day with the Christensen's

We were so sad to miss our 4th of July Camping trip with our MBA friends this year. 3 years ago when we moved here 4 other families from our MBA class moved close to us. Now we are down to two. Us and the Christensen's. We lost the Conran's first to St. Louise, the Vach's to Seattle and the Anderson's this summer to Phoenix. It has been a crazy summer and the Christensen's were busy with family reunions and Mike being Bishop, so we have had a hard time getting together. Luckily we ended up with an impromptu beach trip together and it was a great day! I took this picture of the boys before we left for the beach. They are getting more interactive with each other. 

Also this summers fun was sponsored by Emma and Erin Callahan.  One of them went with me on almost all of our outings. It was great to have their help. The girls love them and they love the babies. It was a win win for everyone.

Elizabeth and I enjoyed a nice chat on the beach and our kids had a great time building a raft with drift wood. Nothing is much better than a beach day with good friends:) Followed by a nice warm bath with your siblings. 

Thanks Vida!

My mom's friend Vida send the kids a back to school package. They were so excited. 

Swimming at the Yacht Club

We sure had a fun summer swimming at the Yacht Club this summer. My friend Liz and her kids came with us today and she took this picture of me and the boys. 

Berrien County Youth Fair 2014

We sure had a fun time at the Fair this year. Carli was SO HAPPY that she is finally tall enough to ride on the kiddie rides. She has a great time. I think she rode every ride!!!! Erin and Emma rode rides with Gretta and Eliza all day too. We went home in the afternoon to take a break and even came at night to ride more. Eric even joined in on the fun. We also looked at the animals and walked around and looked at the exhibits. It was a great day at the Fair.