Slip 'N Slide time again...

Well, once again, it's time to set up the Slip 'N Slide. I had to retire the set of slides that we used for the past 3 years - they were ripped to shreds. So... here's what we came up with - and it works beautifully. In fact... it's a little too fast. By the way, Robbie has poison ivy on his back from landing in the woods. Oops!

First Campout

We enjoyed our first camp out of the season last Saturday night. Most of the entertainment was provided by Wiley and Braeden as they wrestled for about an hour straight! Everything was great until I was left alone (with a sleeping Wiley and Braeden) while Robb picked up Kellen from Barnes and Noble. It did seem kinda strange to be sitting in the backyard by myself at 10 PM.


Starting the fire. Braeden was thrilled that he was allowed to strike the match. (Uh-oh...)



Starting supper.



Bekah and Wiley are looking for the first stars of the evening.

Memorial Day

The Memorial Day Parade is always a Suffield highlight. This was the first year Wiley marched in it, tho. Jack marched last year in Windsor Locks - so he was a professional this year! We waited on the corner for the festivities to begin.

Robbie and Bekah joined us.


Robb standing guard over Cole - making sure he didn't either a) run in the street or b) join the parade!


Trying to peek down the street - looking for a sign that the parade would start.


Finally - the stars of the parade! Jack's in front wearing the black pants and Wiley's behind the coach.


Wiley with his flag! Looks like he got the hang of it!


Love this picture of Cole - classic.