Snake

The boys have been fortunate to not have a snake issue at the ranch, but they ran into trouble this afternoon.  They killed the snake, but unfortunately the snake bit one of the dogs first.  While Jack, the dog, was nursed back to health by the vet, they hunted the snake down and flushed it out of its hole.  A good snake is a dead snake.

Girl Time

While the boys are away at the hunting ranch, Ridley and I had our own fun.  A trip to Toys R Us for Barbies and lunch at the Cheesecake Factory.  I am enjoying this vibrant little diva and her joy for life.

Movie

We headed to the super plush Cinemark theater for a cool afternoon of movie watching.  We watched the Secret Life of Pets, and it was too cute.  Everyone sat through the entire movie and enjoyed the show.

Incoming Kinder Playdate

This morning the incoming Kindergarten class met at the playground.  It was a great opportunity for them to meet and get to know one another.  Reed is ready to start school, and he is thrilled to have some new buddies.

Legos

Ryland and Reed asked about Lego Mania, which is hosted by the Colleyville Library every summer.  We just happened to catch the last one of the summer.  I loved watching the boys work with new friends to create this blue tower.  Nice patterns and height. 

Ridley made a new friend playing with the animal Legos.  She loved it but tried to act like she was cool when I pulled out the camera.

           

Paper Airplanes

Our local library has the best summer program for children.  This afternoon we met on the third floor of Town Hall and learned to make different types of paper airplanes.  The best part was launching them from the third floor balcony to the targets below.  So much fun!

Climbing Walls

There is not much to say about this situation.  Uncle Brad taught my boys to climb the rock wall that goes around our backyard.  This is great for going to retrieve the balls that are hit and thrown over, but it also means that they can now escape.  Their proud, guilty faces say it all.  We will see what this brings.

Kids of Old Friends

A very dear friend that I have known since Junior High came to visit this evening.  She is one of those friends that you pick up right where you left off.  Our kiddos played so well together, and I would love for them to grow up in the same city.  They ran wild, went swimming, and laughed all evening.  I was so sad to see Suzanne and her crew leave, and I am already looking forward to our next visit.

Princess Ballet Camp

It was finally Ridley's turn for summer camp.  She had a blast at Princess Ballet Camp dressed as Elsa from Frozen.  She is all girl and loved every minute.

Pampering

It was time for my nail appointment, and I had an adorable partner in crime.  Ridley was thrilled to sit at the nail counter and sip her Sprite.  It is hard being so darn cute.

Potty Training

We have been doing a ton of potty training talk over the summer, and Ridley hasn't seemed interested.  Today, she actually went pee pee on the potty.  Hooray!  Go Ridley!

Camp Thurman

The boys had a new experience this week, and they loved every single minute of it.  They had a fantastic time at Camp Thurman.  They made new friends, worshiped the Lord, and played outside all week.  It was a hike to get them down and back each day, but it was worth it.  They have so many great stories, and they are already begging to go back next year. 

Sleeping

It's hard to be 2.5 years old.  Ridley didn't make it through her snack before she lost the battle of a nap.  It happened very fast, and she was out.  

New Bed

Ridley is in a big girl bed.  She was super excited to snuggle in tonight, and we are hoping that she sleeps through the night.

Dragon Baseball Camp

Dragon Baseball Camp is one of Ryland's favorite summer activities.  Reed was old enough to join him this year, and they both had a blast.  This was Coach Hughes' last year before full retirement, so I think he made it extra special.  They worked hard and played hard, but they both agreed that the slip' n slide is the best part.

Girls Day in Dallas

Ridley and I headed to Dallas for a bit of errands.  I had a doctor's appointment and needed to drop off my bracelet, and we decided to make a day out of it.  After my seeing my doctor, I took Ridley on an elevator ride.  The building is 16 stories, and the elevator is glass.  We didn't need to ride it, since my doctor was on the ground floor, but who can say no to a glass elevator.  Up and down.  Up and down.  Ridley was loving every trip.  We made six trips up and down while we giggled.

We headed to Northpark to drop off my bracelet, and Ridley had a blast playing on the planters.  I think every child in Dallas has climbed on these things, and Ridley finally had her turn.  We looked at the art sculptures and counted turtles under the bridge.  We had so much fun.

Sleepover at the Perot Museum

I have been really excited about taking the boys to a sleepover at the Perot.  We were thrilled to get a spot, even though it was right after returning from vacation.  It was a Super Hero themed night, and we all had a great time.  We couldn't help but think about the movie with Ben Stiller.  Would these guys come alive?

My Super Heroes

"Throw the bone!"

We also were treated to a 3D movie.  Overall the night was a great success, and we enjoyed exploring the museum with only a few hundred people.  When it was time to sleep, I got a big uncomfortable, but the boys were happy as could be.  We slept on the dinosaur floor with a great view.  Awesome night with my boys!

Cabo

We had an amazing family vacation in Cabo!  The house was great and had an awesome view from the patio and infinity pool.  It was very relaxing to gaze out to the ocean from high on the hill.

The boys loved to fish from the shore.  One evening after dinner, we all headed down to the beach to catch some fish.

Ridley and I got bored quickly, so we started playing photoshoot.

I love this picture!  No filter and such a surprise when I glanced back through the camera roll.  

My boys loved to run from the waves and cheer on their Dad.

The boys spent one afternoon at the kids camp, and they had a great time.  They made pinatas and did face painting.

The crew!

The boys were in a silly mood.  The girls were over it.

Before bed, the kids all piled up in the downstairs den to watch a movie before bed.

The boys went out fishing, so the girls took a tour around the property.  The view from the top of the mountain overlooking the beach was gorgeous.

We blinked, and we were headed back home.  The vacation went by very quickly and was tons of fun.  Everyone is worn out!

Mud

Guess who can find even the smallest areas of mud and somehow get covered in less than 10 seconds?  Reed.  I love how Ridley is watching from the side. She wasn't fooling me.  I ran to catch her before I had two muddy piggies.  

Field Day

Due to lots of rain, Field Day had to be moved inside at Old Union.  The kids didn't seem to mind one bit.  Ryland's favorite activity was the blowing baseball inflatable.  I think he was liking the response from the line of boys watching him cream the ball over and over.  He would then go the back of the line to wait for another turn, all while giggling when his friends couldn't hit the ball. 

Reed and Ridley got in on the action too.  They chased bean bags that were launched off the foot stomper.

Even though it was disappointing not to play at the stadium, these Dragons made the best of a fun day at school.