Apple Camp

This week Grace and Lauren are attending Apple Camp for robotics and coding. George decided to sit this one out, and if I am being completely honest, the girls have some reservations. They are doing it, and they are interested in coding. However, we haven't been bitten by the robotics bug. 

The camp is open to kids, ages 8-10, and I offered to "overestimate" George's age, if he were interested. He declined, and that worked out well because the class age skewed more toward twelve. 

Overall, the girls admit that they had a good time, and they are glad they went.

George is S E V E N

We gathered with some of George's sweet friends and family to celebrate his birthday. George is always ready to party. Fortunately, the daily summer thunderstorms we have been experiencing held off, and George was able to have some good swim time with his friends. 

George's Birthday Date

We aren't finished celebratin

We decided to have a birthday date, and George chose to go see Ant Man and the Wasp. Afterward we went to California Pizza Kitchen, per tradition. This crew had a fantastic time celebrating all things George.  

George's 7th Birthday

William George has been ready to celebrate his birthday since the first day of summer break. He patiently waited, counting down the days until July 1st -- the start of his BIRTHDAY MONTH! 

Today, on July 12th, George turns S E V E N! 

George, we couldn't be more proud of you, and we have been anxiously waiting to celebrate you!

George's cake choice: Dairy Queen Oreo Ice Cream Cake

There is no telling what this wild man is wishing for!

Happy SEVENTH!

Lauren and Grace combed through George's rather eclectic birthday wishlist for some good ideas about what he might like. 

A big hit that wasn't on the list was a blue tooth karaoke mike. Because, hello? Karaoke!

Naturally a white crocodile is a staple that every boy should own. 

One can never have too many snakes...

And yes... the hard-to-find and exceptionally rare oarfish.  

His sisters found it all! And he was so appreciative.  

George was patient about some clothing choices.  

He loved the Audubahn Society's book of spiders.  

Grace and Lauren deserved a treat as well. After all, the band needs to be complete.  

George, we love you so much and love getting to celebrate you!

Happy SEVENTH birthday!

Cheers to Seven

Happy birthday, William George! You bring so much energy and excitement to our family, and we love you to the moon and back!

Summer Reading

We are pausing our regular schedule to take a break for some summer reading assignments. Fortunately, The Westing Game is entertaining, making summer reading fun.  

S U N D A Y

July 4th is a favorite part of summer, and these firecrackers are my very favorite part. 

We are having such a good time this summer, and we cannot believe we are at the half-way mark of summer. We are determined to wring as much fun as we can out of this last month. 

July 4th

When July 4th falls on a Wednesday, you make the most of it with a day at the pool.   

From Tiger to Wolf

This Tiger was promoted to the rank of Wolf last night. We are so proud of his work with scouting, and like forward to a great year as a Wolf.  

July 2018

We love summer and are having sooo much fun. 

While we do not want to wish summer away, George has been counting down the days until July -- his birthday month. He is excited to turn seven, and the girls are ready to help him celebrate.  

Until then, it is business as usual with the summer schedule.