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Cleaned up mohawk
Owen was getting a little shaggy so Tom cleaned it up last night.
Memorial Day cookout at the pool!
Otherwise known as Day 3 of 3. 🙂
We had a super fun four hours at the pool for the Memorial Day Cookout! We were there as soon as they opened and it was GLORIOUSLY empty—and quiet—as we were the only ones there! (We were there so early because we know the pool gets CRAZY when they offer free food—everyone and their brother who never come to the pool all summer otherwise show up for the free burgers, chips, and pop 🙄 —and we wanted to be sure to get good seats.) The forecast had called for rain all day, so we were excited that the weather held out and was actually very nice. The sun even came out to warm things up just enough for me to take a quick dip in the pool and take some pics with the waterproof camera! It eventually clouded over but it never rained!
We made her get out of the pool and dry off because her lips were blue and she was very visibly shivering—even though she didn’t want to. Yep, she’s definitely my daughter—that’s exactly how I used to be!
After two towels and some snacks, she was ready to go again!
Katie and her friend Ainsley (they will be moving later this summer). 🙁
The huge crowd (which my pic doesn’t really even do justice)—which we will only see for the cookouts today, July 4th, and Labor Day.
If you leave a bag on the floor long enough…
Pool, Day 2
Two turtles!
We saw not one but two turtles on our family walk this morning!
Opening day of pool season!
Of course, Owen knew all the kids—there was a chorus of Hi, Owen when we walked in—and we learned that one of the first grade teachers lives here, as well as one of Owen’s classmates!
The water wasn’t nearly as freezing as I had expected it to be but I still sat in the shade while the kids were swimming.
It was too quiet…then I found this.
Phew! Sometimes things aren’t what you think. 🙂
Volleyball in the street!
I really can’t wait until we get a yard. But he has fun so…
Big shoes to fill. Or to play in.
He likes wearing our shoes just like Katie does!
Lunch with the good character!
We surprised Owen at lunch today!
It was difficult trying to get a pic so this was the best one. 🙂
We have a good character again!
Owen received a Good Character award at school today! Unfortunately, we weren’t there…and I only learned about it when I got a photo text from a friend!
SERIOUSLY?! AGAIN?! What is it with teachers forgetting to tell us?!
The stars are apparently aligned against us with these awards as Tom happened to have been home and we could have both gone!! And if this sounds familiar, it’s because this exact thing happened last year, too!!
His teacher has since apologized, and (of course, the story of my life) said it was the first time she’s forgot all year. (Ironically the same thing his K teacher said the when she forgot at the end of the year last year.)
I know mistakes happen and in the grand scheme of things it’s not a big deal so I’ll be okay and get over it. It had just been a crazy morning already and I didn’t need another snafu.
I’m just thankful a friend was there and got the picture! (Thanks to Krina!)
Owen had a double play!
Unfortunately, daddy wasn’t there to see it as the garage door broke as we were pulling out of the driveway…so he had to stay and wait for the landlord.
Two of his at-bats (he struck out on his last attempt) and bringing a run in:
And I missed Owen’s best play because it was when he was playing third base and I never record in the outfield… But he caught a pop fly and then tagged a runner out on third! DOUBLE PLAY! The crowd went wild! He was SO excited and so happy!!
Katie was having fun on her scooter—she had never really used it before today and was very tents on it but got progressively better. She’s great about wearing her helmet and puts it on every time!
Katie coloring pink and more pink.
She started out coloring very well. I was very impressed, actually.
And then she wanted everything pink and this happened.
And then showing it off.
Today’s walk went MUCH better.
Apparently we needed the promise of the library park afterward (if she was a good girl)…AND letting her pick which direction to walk on the trail. It still took about an hour but it was much more fun!
That said, she blatantly told me that she liked walking with daddy (or all of us) but not just me. No real reason, that’s just how it is. Thanks, kid. :p BUT! I did get her to admit that she’d be okay doing the walk with Owen along. Which is what I really want—that’s my plan for getting my trail walks in this summer when they’re both home all day. So we’ll see what actually happens.
But she was much more talkative today. She actually reminded me a lot of Owen babbling on and on like he does on our walks. I loved listening to it. Here’s a small sample.
Daddy and Owen 7 years ago
Cuddles in the fresh air
Everyone loves our new screen door… and this is often what happens after Owen leaves for the bus stop.
Chalk with neighbor friends
New bubble machine!
After going through 3-4 of the kiddie bubble machines over the years, we finally just bought a professional one. We’ll see how it goes for the long haul.
30 seconds of cuddle
It took longer for her to get settled in than she stayed with me.
Did the special flower read my post?
Because this is where she was today!! Not perfect, but a definite improvement! (The lead car could also have moved up at least another two car lengths.)
This poor cat.
“But I’m just holding her!”
They’re getting better at this.
I don’t get as worried anymore that he’s going to drop her.
Loving the dough and crayons.
We ate at UNO Pizzeria and Grill for the first time yesterday—Katie loved playing with the dough. 🙂
Katie’s jumps and mermaid tail.
Working on his logic skills.
Owen got Gravity Maze from Gramma Jean (for Christmas, maybe?—how can I not remember?) and we actually finally pulled it out tonight. He was really quite good at it…while it was easy. 🙂 When he finally got stumped on card #8 (still in the easy section) he got a little grouchy and we had to put it away. But, I was still very impressed at how well he did.
Charlie is SO patient with her.
Family Fun Night at National Harbor!
We took the kids to National Harbor tonight to ride the Capital Wheel. Neither one was too excited at the thought—they were both scared. And honestly, neither Tom nor I were that excited, either, as neither of us loves heights. But onward and upward, right?!
Here are some pics I found online since I didn’t get good close-up pics:
First, we tried to get a family selfie with the wheel in the background. Between Katie being a stink and me not able to get us all in the photo, the first few attempts were unsuccessful. I’m posting the outtakes so you can see it takes multiple shots to get something postable. 🙂
Then Tom took over photo duty (his arms are longer!) and it still took a few tries.
The best we got!
Looking up as we were waiting in line.
Katie was NOT thrilled.
Owen wasn’t, either, but he was being brave. 🙂 (Truth be told, I was feeling VERY iffy on the first go-round—any little swing of the cabin was disconcerting. I stayed calm, of course, but it wasn’t anything I wanted to ever do again.)
And then after the first rotation, everyone was perfectly happy! And I’d gotten more comfortable as well, so all was well. I still don’t need to do it again, though!
Then it was off to dinner. I chose McCormick & Schmicks and…yeah. Let’s just say the one appetizer we ordered (of two) that we actually received was delicious, but overall the whole experience was just bad—completely unlike past experiences at other locations.
But then it was off to the “beach” — a smallish area with sand and a huge sculpture to play on. It’s called The Awakening and is both cool and creepy. These next two are not my photos.
The night was topped off with ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s. 🙂
A Kiss & Ride Special Flower
Yes, this woman parks RIGHT HERE every day in the Kiss & Ride without pulling forward and it makes me insane. Apparently her special little flower couldn’t find her if she pulled forward three car lengths?! A friend said she apparently does this ALL the time and everyone is annoyed with her. People like this is why I say I hate people.
Yellow mohawk for Spirit Day!
