Daddy's Birthday

We had such a fun time getting ready for Daddy's birthday.  I took the kids shopping so they could pick out their own gift for Dad.  Donnie was easy, but Cadynce just couldn't think of anything good enough.  We were brain storming on what Dad likes and all she could come up with was "her", coffee and swimming.  When we got home Cadynce ran for the wrapping paper and began wrapping all his gifts and put them all safely in her bedroom.  They helped me make a dirt cake which was a lot of fun for everyone.  I have a couple of very good oreo smashers.

On the morning of Dad's birthday, Cadynce ran out of her room asking if she could get the presents out.  Daddy opened his gift from the kids.  Donnie picked out a football that we can play with at the pool.  Cadynce helped pick the one that matches his swim shorts!  Cadynce made a cd filled with their favorite music so he can listen to on his way to work.  They had so much fun watching him open their gifts.  They both made cards and Cadynce had me write on the inside, "My heart will never stop loving you Dad."

When Dad got home from work we went to Bigz to eat and play.  After dinner we went to the pool for a late night swim and then ended the evening with dirt cake.  What a fun day we had.  View Album for more pictures.

Breakfast and a Movie

A couple of weeks ago Don mentioned the name Tarzan to the kids and they wanted to know who Tarzan was.  They began watching little movie clips on the computer before bedtime each night.  It turned into an obsession.  Last Friday, we tried to find the movie and everyone was sold out.  I called everyone and found one Wal-mart that had a few left but it was not close to us.  That night was "kids night out" at the church, so Don and I went and bought the movie, did a little shopping, had dinner, and then picked up the kids.  They were dying to know if we found it and when they could watch it.  We told them they could watch it first thing in the morning.  As expected, Cadynce came barreling in our room remembering what we had promised the night before.  So, we all got out of bed and we turned it into a "Breakfast and a Movie" morning.  I made pancakes and set up TV trays for the kids to enjoy while watching Tarzan.  They loved it!  They can't stop talking about Tarzan, and often run around the house pretending to be Tarzan.  View Album for more pictures.

Our Summer

We haven't had a whole lot to blog about lately.  It's been at least 100 degrees everyday so we go to the pool ev-er-y day!!!  Sometimes twice a day.  We have two little fish, and they are totally crazy at the pool.  They are constantly trying new things, and Donnie can now come up to take a breath and then continue swimming to his destination.  Don and I even get to enjoy a little time in the lounge chairs while we watch our fish swim around.  View Album for more pictures.

In Action...

Last Track Meet

Track meets this summer have been a blast.  Last night was our last one, and the kids gave it their best.  Cadynce had her second best jump in the long jump (5 Feet), and she figured out how to run the 50 yard dash (in her lane and looking straight ahead).  She seems to be more of a jumper than a runner at this time.  Donnie came in dead last in both events each week, but he loves "racing day" and getting a ribbon.  He's by far the youngest (and cutest) kid out there.  View Album for more pictures.

Summer in Indiana and Vegas

I flew to Indiana with Cadynce and Donnie while Don stayed home to work.  After a few days of getting the kids settled I met Don in Las Vegas for our first vacation since having kids.  We spent five days in Vegas relaxing by the pool during the day and going to concerts, comedy clubs, and Vegas shows at night.  We spent a lot of time walking around enjoying the freedom and schedule free week.  I think our kids forgot about us as they spent the week back and forth between our parents.  They had so much fun I think we'll do it again!!  Thanks again to our parents for taking on our energy filled kids for the week and giving us a little break.  View Album for pictures.

Celebrating My Birthday

We will be in Indiana for my birthday so we decided to celebrate on Sunday.  We started the day off with a family hike at a park close by.  We brought the dogs along for entertainment (for the kids) and a bucket to collect things.  We hiked for about 45 minutes and the kids were awesome.  I think Donnie's little legs were getting tired, but a few stops along the way were a good distraction.  We collected cool rocks of all sizes, found a tree that looked like a "Y" and sat the kids in it for a picture, stopped for food and drink and the hike was almost over.  Cadynce walked Roxy most of the time so she was completely happy and Donnie and I had to play little chasing games to distract his tired legs.  There was a little playground at the end of the hike that we stayed and played at for a while.  We all loved it and decided we need to go back soon.

After the hike we went to the pool of course!  We had lunch and swam for a while.  Cadynce and Donnie both get better every time we go to the pool.  We headed home for a much needed nap and then went to dinner.  After dinner we had ice cream before going home.  It was another fun filled day.

Cadynce has been counting down the days until we leave for Indiana, and she can hardly wait to see everyone.  Donnie just runs around yelling "Robbie's House."  We are excited to see everyone.  View Album for more pictures.

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Father's Day/Track Meet

We had a fun filled Father's Day.  We started the day with a bike ride.  We drive to the bike trail then ride our bikes over bridges, under streets, through the nicely paved woods until we end up at a playground.  We get out and play a while before heading back to the car.  We have learned to tell Donnie about a bike ride when we are completely ready to go...or we will hear about it until we are ready.  He loves to go for bike rides.  We had lunch and then rested before going to the pool.  We swam for a long time and then had a late dinner at Bigz.  It was a great Father's Day.  View Album for more pictures.

Donnie Swimming

Just last week Donnie decided he wanted to swim...look at him now.