Happy 4th of July!

We went "Up North" for the 4th of July with my family. This is one of my favorite times of the year! Our family is growing and we had 15 people and one shower. You would think that would cause problems but it always works out just fine. This year my nephew Zach was able to fly in and join us! It was great having him here!

Papa showing the MaKayla and Zack how to handle a blue gill.

Papa and Nana relaxing at the lake.

Dylan and MaKayla hanging out in the baby pool.

Noah and Daddy having some fun in the water. Noah thought the sand tasted good, Yuk!

Miss Julia finally sleeping! It didn't last for long though, she is not much of a napper!

July 4th - Zack, Caden and I took the row boat out.

Joe and Caden after tubing behind the boat. Papa gave them a good workout.

Happy 4th of July! I am proud to be an American and so grateful for our freedom!!!!!

July 5th - Miss Julia and Joe

The 2nd annual (or semi annual) fishing tournament. The women won!!!! Jen caught a Northern but the guys didn't make it to the boat on time before it broke the line. We didn't know that we should have let the line out. It played dead and jumped when both were looking at it. I think most of the county hear us scream!

We had a great time fishing, especially since we beat the men!

July 6, 2009 - Our last day "Up North". The time always seems to fly by! MaKayla was pretending to march in a parade and throw pretend candy. We all were roped into playing along.

A family picture before everyone departs. We really missed my sister Roxy, Stephen, Logan and baby Abigail!

Nana, Papa and Zachary - This was Zachary's first time to the cabin. It was also his first visit all by himself. He was very brave on the flight.