River Day

Yesterday after church, I got a call from John Sawyer. As soon as I answered, he said he wanted to talk to Pop. He very sweetly persuaded Pop that he needed to get the boat ready, so we could head to the river. When we pulled into the boat ramp, it was literally 100 degrees outside, with a heat index of about 1000.  Even though it was truly miserably hot, we managed to squeeze in lots of hot fun!

Just call him Captain Jack -

Ready to ride

Jumping off the boat is always a favorite.  Jack wasn't quite sure at first, but quickly learned how fun it is!

Knee boarding with a little help from Daddy

This one will not be out done.  He gave it a try, too!

Headed back to the boat ramp.

This one decided he'd rather help Pop drive us back.

I am missing the big kids, but will be visiting them a couple of days next week.

More to come.

Summer Fun

As of today, all five of our grandbabies are back in school.  That means we will soon be hitting the road again to various events around the state.  I honestly love watching them do the things they enjoy!  I have loved having the little ones the last couple of weeks, and have missed the big ones since they started to school earlier. Here's a little recap of life lately-

Pop and I took the boys on a quick fishing trip.  I say quick because once they caught a fish, they were ready to head home!

We spent one morning at the Children's Hands on Museum.  They absolutely loved it! I am so sorry I didn't do this earlier in the summer (and more often).  They had a ball!

We spent lots of time in the back yard!  Clothes are always optional.  You can often find them in their pajamas, undies or a bathing suit!  I try and make sure they are slightly presentable right before their Daddy picks them up!

We made a delicious pound cake during one of our rainy days. Would you believe those goggles doubled as safety glasses?

This little one has taken off swimming in the last couple of weeks! 

We now have a freshman, 6th grader and 4th grader.  I think Lindsey is on year 15.

Lindsey also just celebrated her 37th birthday.  I am honestly not sure how that is possible.

I enjoyed attending the "Blessing of the Backpacks" at church with these sweeties and their mom last Sunday.

More to come!

The Boys

Lindsey and the girls were at Motion this weekend, so Reed came to hang out with us. I love these one on one visits!  Josh met us in Clanton Saturday morning, and he headed home.  I'm not sure when our next visit will be.  Fall sports will be beginning soon, and we will be hitting the road. Lots of memories to be made.  

Pop and Uncle C put him to work shortly after he arrived.  Reed got to put out 95 flags in memory of the man that started this tradition, and did it by himself for many, many years. He recently died at the age of 95.

Belle kept him company after a long, hot day.

The little ones joined us the next day.  We enjoyed a stop at Krispy Kreme and then headed to Chuck E. Cheese.  What a day!  We ended the day with several hours in the yard and pool.

There is no fun quite like Chuck E. Cheese fun, and that's all I have to say about that! :)

The little ones are spending the week with us (during the day).  They can always find new adventures to try!

Did I mention that clothes are optional at Nana's?

More to come!

Catching Up

        Summer is just flying by.  The kids will all be back in school soon, and I am going to greatly miss our adventures.  There is nothing I enjoy more. This fall we will be hitting the roads again.  We have one playing each of the following-travel softball, soccer, cross country and baseball.  Whew!  They keep us busy.

Reed and I enjoyed a day together while the girls were at a 4-H event.  Beautiful spot for a little fishing.

                    

We got up close and personal with this little guy.

She made the best brownies ever! Totally from scratch!

The big kids and I enjoyed a trip to Geyser Falls.  I don't have many pictures, but fun was had by all! The boys and I will be heading back to Fayette for one last water park adventure next week.

Dipping Dots for the win!

Lots of swimming fun with these cuties!

We chose not to add a diving board to this pool, and JS hasn't been too happy about that.  This rock has been on the property for about 30 years or so.  Reed and I (mostly Reed) got the tractor, and we eased it into place. You wouldn't believe how heavy it is .  Now, we have a "jumping rock". 

We are going to make the most of these last days of summer.

Family

What a special weekend!  We hosted my family for a late 4th of July celebration. (We have partied all week). We are scattered near and far, so we don't get together nearly as often as we'd like.  However, it's special when we do. Doris (my sweet aunt) just told me that her grandchildren told her their favorite part was spending time with all the cousins.  I totally agree. My fondest memories of growing up are with Bob and Anne, so I get it.  We enjoyed great food, wonderful conversation, and just being together. Please know that if you weren't here, you were greatly missed.

Reed got out the drone for this picture.  It's far from perfect, but I couldn't love it more.  I'm pretty sure Harry and Edith Spidle would be pretty proud of us.

Lots of smiles!

All the way from Texas!

My three favorite sisters!

The twins and my favorite uncles-Michael and Gerald

Reed suggested getting a water slide, and trust me it was a great idea!  

 

About midafternoon, we literally had a flooding rain.  However, that just provided more fun!

 

The people are gone, but the memories will last forever. (And I just really like these drone shots). :)

Christmas can't get here fast enough!