Labor Day Weekend

I know these pictures are a little late, but what is that saying, "Better late than never"! We spent Labor Day weekend with the G2, Poo-paw, and the Wegman's! We went to the zoo, park, and pool. Everyone had a great time!

Hunter, Averi, and Mom holding hands in the park. The kids were so cute! Averi seemed to enjoy being the oldest. She tried disciplining Hunter a few times!

Averi loves money bars! She has not mastered them yet, but loves to try.

Illinois Family

Our last summer trip was to Illinois to see family. We spent time in the small town where Keith grew up and then went to the city. Thanks to everyone for EVERYTHING. We had a great time!


Lucky for us, our cousin is the fire chief so we rode around town on a fire truck then went to the fire house to see lots of other equipment. This made a huge impression on Averi....thanks Jeff for the special event!


On the farm, we had a great dinner with all the family. Averi got to shuck corn (remove the husk for those of you who are like me and have never done it!).


Back in the city, Aunt Amy took us to a small zoo that was great for Averi. She got to see lots of animals close up.


Uncle Thurman sneaking in a hug during nap time!

Salt in the Air

Averi's first trip to the beach was a successful one! Of course, we had great company to share it with. The Moehnke's, Sarah, Jonathan, and us drove to the beach during a down pour of rain! However, we could not have asked for a better setting. The rain stopped and left the morning with a little cooler temperatures!

Averi helped make sand castles only to stomp on them!


First family photo at the beach. I'm sure there will be many more to come!


Daddy and Averi walking back from the water. Averi was hesitant at first but then kept saying farther, farther while in our arms. She stood one time in very shallow water, but that ended as soon as the wave hit her!

We are Family!

Averi and Mom headed west to spend time with the Wegman's and to meet Averi's newest cousin, Foster.

Averi and Hunter spent the afternoons in the pool. Just look at that smile!

We also went to the local science exhibit. Here are Averi and Hunter playing with Uncle Drew.

The newest member of our family-Foster! What a cutie!

July 4th Events

Averi and Mom spent the holiday weekend at G2's place while Keith was working at the ranch. We had a busy weekend, including Sea World and visiting Nana and Popi!



Us by the shark tanks! Averi loved the aquariums.

Averi wanted to "ride the horsey"! She was a little fearful at times but in the end enjoyed it.

Sea World had a Sesame Street show, which was one of the main reasons we took Averi. She loves Elmo and Abby. Her face was priceless when Elmo and the others walked out on the stage. She sang and danced to all the songs; it was AWESOME! G2 got Averi some Abby souvenirs....thanks G2!

Averi chillin' with Nana in the swing!

Of course, it was hot and there was no wind, so Averi played the wind chimes herself!

Beginning of Summer

Summer is here, and it will be a busy one! Averi has started her new school two days a week. She LOVES it and is doing great, which is a big relief! The other days she is home with mom. She posed for a few pictures over the weekend when G2 came to visit. We may have seen the end of her camera shyness!


Being like Daddy!


She looks so grown up!

Mommy's girl!

Marcie Beat Cancer Party!

One of our dearest friends, Marcie, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer last fall. She is now cancer free after undergoing surgery and treatment! She and her family held a party over Memorial weekend to celebrate beating cancer!



Averi and Brayden (Craig and Marcie's son) are playing together in the sandbox during the party. They also enjoyed the bounce house and water activities. It was a great way to celebrate life's many blessings.