Family fun

Starting Summertime: Swimming, Survival, and School

While it’s not officially summer yet, we’re in full summer mode over here. Between pool visits, lemonade stands, campfires, and time with friends, we’re taking full advantage of the warm weather and extra daylight!

Mom and toddler girl at pool

We’ve also been sneaking in school lessons, doing a little shopping (our little lemonade stand owner has her own spending money these days 😉), and even building survival shelters because it wouldn’t be normal life around here without learning how to make a lean-to out of sticks in the backyard! Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to as we ease into summertime. (more…)

Our September Life Lately: Mini Golf, Homemade Cooking, and Family Moments

We’re only a few days into the month and September has been full of family fun, kitchen adventures, and some not-so-fun sniffles making their way through our kids. We’ve had a mix of coziness and activity, decorated for fall, and have been doing lots of reading. I made a visit to the hematologist and Sadie took an interesting picture on my phone! Here’s a look at our September… so far!

Mom with baby in baby carrier (more…)