A Couple Days in June

Mimi Megan came to visit us one day in June.  We were still keeping things low-key since Henry was 10 days into his recovery from surgery.  We really needed to get out of our house, so we did make a short stop at the kiddie pool in town.  As you can see from the picture, everybody was a little sleepy...A little later Megan and I were able to go out for dinner to celebrate her birthday.

Unfortunately, 24 hours later the stomach flu also visited our home.  Nate recovered just in time for us to
celebrate Henry's first day of returning to regular activities and food.  We spent Friday afternoon at the lake and H couldn't get into the water fast enough - he actually stripped down in the yard to get his swimming stuff on!  We went fishing with Nate, his brothers and our nephew, George.  Walter caught a northern but things weren't moving fast enough for Henry so he jumped in the water and went swimming between the boats.  :)  We told him he could pick out what he wanted to eat for his "first dinner" - McDonald's Happy Meal.

On Sunday, we spent some time at George Lake with Nate's family before Grandma A left on a mission trip.  The boys were so happy to be back in the water again.

These two love swimming with their dad!

A very happy kiddo...

Then we headed over to Lake Florida and enjoyed making 'Smores with Grandma and Grandpa L and Mimi Megan.

Walter and Nate trying to get a fire going...

Henry watching the fire process (maybe feeling a bit tired from all the swimming).

...still working on the fire...

Ah, youth and flexibility.

 Walter snuggling with Mimi.



Kenda

 Cheers!



Gus 

Nate and Henry 

Walter preferred plain marshmallows. 

A beautiful sunset.

A Farm Visit in May

The last week in May, Auntie Mimi Erin told us that we had been invited to visit a couple and their farm.  They raise sheep and thought the boys would enjoy seeing all the new lambs.  It was such a treat to visit their beautiful farm!  The highlight for Henry and Walter was getting to visit a newborn lamb just a few minutes after it's arrival - they talked for quite awhile about how the mother took care of her lamb, what the lamb looked like etc.  Very special.

Observing with the Mimis

Maybe a little tired...

Trying to get a little lamb to come say, "hello."

 "Getting closer..."Maybe he'll want to eat this..."

Henry decided he didn't need to pet any sheep or lambs.  Walter ended up finding a dozing lamb that he could sneak up to and pet for a little while.  I really appreciated such a thoughtful invitation which allowed Henry and Walter to experience a little fun on the farm.



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.