Day 2696 | Camp Manitou
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It was a rainy (very rainy) camp drop off but the boys are settled into their five night camp while Chris and I try to figure out to do without kids filling every silence. Don’t worry about us, we’ll be just fine.
Day 2695 | Photography
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I used to love photography. And I think I was pretty good at it, actually. Life got in the way and now I mostly take photos of kids and pets. That’s fine, too. Maybe someday I’ll get back into it. For the first time in a long time, though, I stopped to take a photo because I was just inspired. A blue sky would have helped, but I Iove the tracks and the way it draws your eye.
Day 2694 | Waterpark
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What do you do when it’s too hot to be outside? Go to an indoor waterpark, of course! The boys had a blast and I got some work done. A win-win for everyone.
Day 2693 | Biking: Take Two
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Another day, another bike ride with my #1 athlete. This time we lengthened the route a bit to make it past the 10-mile mark. It was hot, but the company made it all worth it.
Day 2692 | Biking Duo
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Motivated by the Olympics and the need to fill our time with Chase in a morning camp this week, Robbe and I crushed a 9.25 mile bike ride today. It was a bit toasty, but we managed just fine.
Day 2691 | Swim Time
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Robbe had a change of swimming scenery today and he loved every second. A slide AND a diving board? Yes, please! A handful of cousins (once removed…or something like that) only sweetened the deal!
Day 2690 | 4-H Fair
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I was so incredibly proud of all the work and effort and time that went into this year’s 4-H fair projects. Between the two of them, they entered 39 projects! Chase brought 17 and Robbe brought 22–crazy, right? From photography to posters, from sand candles to art, from flower arranging to vegetable characters…these boys did it all. There was lots of excitement (Robbe received a champion ribbon and trophy and Chase received a reserved champion ribbon!) and some disappointment (there’s always some disappointment), but all in all everyone walked away feeling a great sense of accomplishment.
I just love fair time.
Day 2689 | Sweet Moves
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Yep. That’s a high five WHILE biking. We’re pretty advanced over here.
Day 2688 | Theater Goers
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Look at us looking all fancy for a night on the town! I took the boys to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and we had a great time. Musicals are just my favorite.
Day 2687 | Boardwalk
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I know I’m behind on a million blog posts but for now I’ll drop this gem from today’s boardwalk trail. Pretty dreamy, right?
Day 2686 | Painting Class
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These two had an expert (my mom!) teach them the art of alcohol ink painting for 4-H projects. Both paintings turned out really great and everyone was smiling at the end—the sign of a successful crafting experience. Thanks for organizing the project, mom!
This time of year gets a bit crazy with all of the projects. I’m not going to lie, though, I really like the excuse to lean into crafting!
Day 2685 | Little Niagara
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Another productive day over here. We cranked out some 4-H projects. There was a lunch date with the boys and grandma. We went on two walks to the university (including a visit to Little Niagara). And I even managed a bit of work—always an accomplishment.
Oh, and also, how is it July?!?
Day 2684 | Soaking It In
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With our lovely Sunday recovery day, we ran some errands, put the house back together, went for a bike ride, did some prep work for the week ahead, watched a movie (well, the boys did), and even found time to swim. Feels like our recovery day got pretty busy, I guess!
Day 2683 | Family Time
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We’ve been having so much fun with family that I haven’t had time to post—or really even take any photos. I snagged this gem to commemorate our ice cream stop today, though, so that counts for something. Gotta love Belt’s!
Day 2682 | Crocheting
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We’ve been busy around here. Enjoying summer…but busy. We have managed to sneak in a new hobby, though. Robbe and I are officially crocheters. Yes, he dabbled in the craft last year but we’re really onto something now. I’ll share a photo when our latest creations are complete. Stay tuned.
Day 2681 | Kitties!
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The Humane Association hosted an event with 25 kittens up for adoption. By the time we arrived about 1.25 hours into it, I’d say about six remained. We weren’t in the market so that was just fine with us. We were happy to see so many friends find their forever homes, and, almost as importantly, we did get a couple of kitten snuggles in, too.
Day 2680 | First Weekend of Summer
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The first weekend of summer is in the books. And it was a good one. I wouldn’t have hated a bit warmer weather, but it sure was nice to connect with family again. It’s been too long, that’s for sure!
Day 2679 | Donut Day
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When it’s National Donut Day what other option do you have, really?
Day 2678 | Last Day of School 2024!
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Here they are as a 4th grader and a 6th grader for the last time. Maybe it’s been the less than summer-like weather or maybe it’s just because April and May were so bonkers, but it sure is hard to believe the school year is over. Get ready to hold on tight for whatever summer has in store for us!
Day 2678 | Wax Museum
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It was Robbe’s turn at Wax Museum this year and his Lief Erikson presentation was spot on. You might even recognize some of the wardrobe components from past Halloween costumes!
I think Wax Museum is one of my favorite school projects of the year—it’s just so fun seeing the kids work diligently on a long term project that culminates in fun costumes and memorized speeches.
