Lots of hugs. He gives me (and pretty much everyone he sees) these kinds of hugs everyday.
Taylor had to get in on one, too.
Swim lessons. I'm so proud of the children's progress!
This is Charlie's new expression when faced with the camera.
Taylor is still a little unsure when asked to go underwater.
Charlie does not share her discomfort in the water.
Art projects. Taylor was helping Morgan color a picture for Aunt Julie. We are also working on making our own checkerboard and checkers.
Summer Recipes. Daddy and Taylor resurrected their tradition of baking together and made a blueberry pie.
It was well received by all.
Pursued independence. Morgan is trying to dress herself now (sure wish Charlie would!). Here's her attempt at putting on shorts. She walked around like this excited by her near success.
She's also been enjoying sitting at the big table instead of her high chair.
Summer Storms. We had some pretty powerful winds on Friday while I was watching my sisters' kids. Enough to take out a huge tree in her yard and knock out our electricity. The kids didn't mind a bit though. Who needs electricity when you have battery-powered electronics?
Lost Teeth. Grace pulled out Taylor's second tooth during her visit on Friday.
New Friends. I met a local photographer who graciously agreed to take my headshot. One day soon, you'll see one of these on my new photography website.
Birthdays. Aunt Julie has been visiting for a few weeks and we LOVE having her here. It was so special to celebrate her 40th birthday with her this weekend.
Taylor and Grace performed at the party for us. (Those are Grace's legs!) Doing a skit that was once performed by their mamas in a talent show.
The upcoming week is sure to be fun with the fourth of July just around the corner. What do you plan to do to celebrate?
