Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day seems so long ago.   I think the weather was kind of cool and rainy, but that didn't stop Walter from  helping get everything ready for summer.

Helping Gramps (that's the most recent name) rake leaves off the patio.

I know, you probably didn't need to see all of those pictures, but I couldn't decide...

Wearing Grandma's glasses

Even the dogs are excited to be back at the lake!

Gus

Kenda

Time to practice casting again...

Fishing with Dad

Getting the boat lift all set (any chance to use tools).

Carrying stuff up to the garage with Mimi.

I had some cute pictures of Henry and Mimi Erin working with pie crust, but I couldn't post them so you'll have to use your imagination.

Time for a little relaxing with Mimi Megan on the dock.  He situated his chair just so...

took in the view, and then moved so he could be closer to Mimi.

Time to celebrate birthdays (Grandpa and Walter).

Making funny faces.

Getting tickled - Henry LOVES to get tickled.

Opening birthday presents.

Checking out his new flashlight from Mimi Erin (brothers of birthday boys can get gifts, too).

Trying on Grandpa's new ear protection (maybe I need to buy one for myself!).

Back to the flashlights...

Really digging the flashlights!

A leapfrog just like his big brother has -  What a day!

And now a little present that Henry could use while he recovered from his surgery the following week.  Star Wars has become the latest thing to hit our home -

-as you can see, he was excited about having a few Star Wars action figures. 

Why do they have to put that yucky picture on every single Star Wars item sold?  Ugh!

On to the birthday cards...

Our little Walter is 3 years old.  

Love that smile!

I love these two!

Grandma made the Thomas birthday cake that Walter requested - amazing as usual.

Getting ready to blow out the candles.

Walter had quite a year and has grown so much.  It is such a privilege to be his Mom.  We're praying that he continues to be healthy, has a good relationship with Henry, and that a love for Jesus and His word will continue to grow.