Pool Time!

The sun came out and so did the swim suits!  

 I thought the boys would enjoy some slimy goop that we could make with special powder and water.  This was a total FLOP!  They didn't care much at all and I was left with a pool full of slime.  I used the powder #2, which was supposed to dissolve it, but I was too impatient and dumped it out!  Flop again.  Then we kept slipping on it.  I ended up having to pour salt on it, which of course killed the grass.  Luckily the Wilsons didn't care since their yard isn't in the best condition anyway.  Oh well, live and learn.

So next we tried simple water.  I think the boys are figuring out what they can do with it here. :)  

 THEN, I hit the jackpot!!!!

 Hours of fun and Mommy is happy to sit, watch and laugh!!!!

 Great for the soul! 

Folsom Lake with Boys

This must have been about a month ago, and it was already HOT HOT HOT!!!! So we headed to Folsom lake to be by the water. 

 Of course we had to walk a bit, which normally wouldn't be a big deal, but it wasn't the best idea for walking in the heat, especially on the way back. BLA!

 I think it's so pretty in this area, even with half brown!

 Headed down the hill to the water.

 The last time we were there the water was quite a bit lower...let's see if I can find the picture...

This is just about the same spot it looks like.  Less grass and less water. Crazy.

 The boys' favorite thing to do by any amount of water...throw rocks!

 We found a perfect spot where it was super shallow so I didn't have to worry too much.  Of course it was the one spot with red mud, which the boys thought was great.

 Snack break up on the hill in the shade. 

 Love this.  Brady has a ladybug on his arm. 

 I love these boys.  They keep me on my toes and never much time to relax, but so much fun!

 And lots of silliness!!

 If one sits on my lap...

 ...the other's gotta join in! 

Was a good day!

Our New Favorite Park

We found a hidden park just down the road from Brady's house the other day.  It's across from a school and just looks like a small grassy area with a picnic table.  We stopped and got out one day and found a little path through the trees that opened up to a big grassy area. 

 The sun was shining through the trees and we found a stump for snack time.

 There were even trees to climb in.

 And another stump to sit on!

 And LOTS of grass to run and wrestle in!

 And I didn't get a picture of Brady sitting on Caleb's head.  They both thought it was pretty funny.

 Next, we found another opening through the trees that lead to our new favorite place!!! A perfect creek to throw rocks in and shallow enough that the boys could walk across without me fearing them falling in! SO MUCH FUN!! Plus, it feel like being far away from civilization!

And if we don't want to cross the creek, we found a bridge that lead us back to the car!  We'll be back again soon, I'm sure.

More Fun With the Boys

We do a lot of exploring to find new and fun places and things to see.  One morning Caleb wanted to go see Daddy at work, which is the opposite direction than we normally go.  Sounded good to me.  We stopped to say hi and then went to check out a small lake that I saw on the map.  Sadly, the lake was surrounded by houses, so we couldn't get to it.  

 We stopped at a small park for a while, and as we started to drive away saw THIS on the other side of the road.  Of course we had to check it out so stopped and took some pictures.

 There were a few older gentlemen working on this brand new caboose, building it from the tracks up.

 Down the tracks a bit was an old blue engine as well a a little yellow car.  We found out that on Sundays they give half hour rides on the yellow car, so someday we might have to try it out.

 One morning we went to our place to make a surprise mothers day gift for Brady's mamma.  The boys thought it was great fun bouncing up and down with Matt.

 Yet another day we made pretzels.  I think Caleb is trying the flour.  Hmm.  Not so good.

 The recipe wasn't the best for little guys to help with so I ended up doing more than I'd planned.  WOW, they were winners!!! SUPER GOOD!

 This is the new favorite now that it's hotter out.  We make different smoothie blends and pour the into ice cube trays for yummy popsicle treats.  It's also helpful for keeping Caleb quiet and occupied while waiting for Brady to wake up from nap time.  He often holds the monitor and watches to see when he'll wake up.  And Quinton waits in the background hoping for a bite.

 A highlight of everyday is when the mailman comes, and on Tuesdays when the garbage truck comes.  I thought this day was so funny when Quinton ran over and joined the boys at the window!

 And pure silliness lately!  LOTS OF IT!!! When we first arrive in the mornings the boys basically chase each other around doing and saying all kinds of silly things.

 Running and crashing on the floor brings lots of laughs.

Here's a common scene after nap times lately.  They sit as close as possible to each other and share their popsicles.  I LOVE these moments!  Sometimes I'll just sit back and listen as they have little conversations with each other with the few words Brady now has.

 And at the end of the day when it's time to leave....it's hard to leave.  Playing in the car is so much fun!

Not the best picture but had to capture a memory.  One of Brady's favorite things is buckling whatever he can find to buckle.  I think he's gotten Caleb started on it now too.  And then we head home. 

At the Lake

It's not summer yet but we've already had some days in the 90s.  Even the 80s is a good reason to head to the water!  

 Both boys love throwing rocks, especially Brady! He's throw rocks all day if he could.

 He often goes for the biggest he can pick up.

 Lake Natoma is the same place where Alison went rowing when she was here.  It actually seems more like a river since it is long and narrow, but it's considered a lake since it's not moving water.

 This is another day we enjoyed playing in the water, watching the baby geese, and more throwing rocks.

Lots of boats and people to watch while we took a break fro lunch.  I'm sure we'll be back soon to swim.  Now to get some life jackets so I can relax a little more.