Tuesday, July 19, 2011

And The Fun Continues :)

The second full day of having 6 children 9 and under in my home and we are all still alive, kicking and even smiling (especially after I managed that 20 minute nap on the couch this afternoon :)).


My helper this morning.



Pancakes...yum!!


A little stamping in the morning.


The grass was extremely wet and muddy this morning and everyone was very disappointed that I wanted them to wait a bit before heading outside. We decided to watch a little Dora to make the time pass by a bit faster.







She was beyond sweet as she held the baby while she was swinging.


She was not a fan of the kids driving the gator...especially when they came too close to the swings.





First time driving lessons. :)




Endless conversations on the phone/calculator that just crack me up!!


Everyone wanted Isaac to draw them a picture. They were very specific with what they wanted and seemed happy with the results.


Again, a little mealtime help.






Dessert Night!!


She read her own little bedtime story...to no one in particular.



Those boys love their Daddy!!


Bedtime stories! Everyone is sound asleep and not a single one got our of bed after I tucked them in. They must have been exhausted. :)

Monday, July 18, 2011

Nothing Like Cousins

Yesterday, we went and picked up one of my sister's three oldest children. They are going to be with us for a week while she spends time with her sweet little boy that was born on July 11th. Hopefully she gets a little rest. :) I know even though she is enjoying this time she misses her other little ones, so I thought I would give her a little peek into how we spent our day. Enjoy sis!!! Things are going great and we are having lots of fun.


Morning Snack Time (beautiful weather, goldfish and Happy Birthday hats...what could be better :))







Everyone enjoyed a little time on the swings.



After swinging and sliding we headed to the driveway for bikes and chalk.







"Look how fast we can run!!!"






We get to use markers at Aunt Jen's. :)



When the little ones were getting hot and wanted to come in to color, the other three became super secret spies.


I had a great story read to me while I made lunch.


Playmobil...with winter hats of course.



Thank goodness for the oldest cousin keeping hungry bellies distracted while dinner was being prepared.


Bedtime stories, songs with Uncle Dean and a little dancing to end the night.






Looking forward to another day tomorrow!!