Hose on a hot day

Out of desperation because our little blow-up pool went flat and we don't have a manual sprinkler (our entire yard is set on an automatic system), I turned on the hose to let Raeann play in it and cool off a bit. Boy did she have fun. I tried to go to different areas of the yard so one spot wouldn't get too soggy.

Building

Raeann is starting to turn into a little toddler! I'm so glad that toys keep her more occupied now. She's learning how to build with these big legos instead of just taking apart what I build. Notice her little lower lip sticking out. That's because she sticks her tongue out when she's concentrating. I was having a hard time not laughing.

Dinner time

Raeann used a fork by herself for the first time last night. By the time we thought of getting a video of it, she only had a few pieces left. So instead of seeing an entire meal, you get to see some animal sounds too! She's learning so much right now, it thrills both of us and you should see how proud she is of herself!

Woo-hoo!

I had this thought that I would get a bike at the beginning of this summer and a trek to pull Raeann behind and really get in shape. Well...my in-laws bought us the trek, but we couldn't get it out from Michigan until my parents came out at the end of July, so then we waited and ended up just purchasing the bike for my birthday. Two weeks left of summer, let's see how much riding I can get in!

I was kinda excited that I actually remembered how to ride a bike; I haven't owned one since I owned a car!

Beautiful Days

Raeann and Ily (not to mention the rest of us that will remember it) saw some beautiful places this week. We enjoyed the park and took a nice picture by the river.

I love this picture. We are at Trickle Park Reservoir doing a little fishing and exploring.

A little time in Ouray doing some shopping...

And visiting Cascade Falls...

A good picture of Mom and Dad

Another day we visited the Black Canyon; Micah, Susan, and Ily seemed to enjoy it.

The amazing canyon and the river at the bottom.

Looking down...

Another day doing some jeeping over Engineer Pass; Elevation 12,800 feet

A wonderful view from the top

I think Raeann was most happy to get out of the car seat.

I have a cousin!

This is the first time Raeann and Ily have met. Ily loves following Raeann around. I think Raeann is happy she can run away!

A New Game

My parents are out visiting and my dad broke out this new game the first night they were here (and every night after that). It's a pretty cool game. The whole point is to throw the bean bags into the whole on the opposite board. Raeann enjoyed helping them out.

She's got a bean bag and is on the run!

"It goes in this hole, right?"

"I did it!"