Hike into Copperas Pond

At the first break in the weather last week we ran out the door and enjoyed a glorious day hiking into Copperas Pond. I think it was the only day for the last two weeks it did not rain. The sun was in full force, the breeze kept the bugs at bay, and Lennon walked the whole way in! You just can't ask for more. I am not sure how we haven't found this little hike sooner (Alex has been raving for a while, I am glad we took his advice). We found our way around the pond to the leanto and had a little lunch. Josh, the kids, and Bailey went for a quick swim and searched for polywogs.

KINGS OF THE RIVER

And as if that wasn't enough fun, Josh couldn't resisted the temptation of the Ausable River so we pulled off to one of his favorite swimming holes for another quick dip. Lennon made a dam with sticks and the boys went across the river to watch the kids jumping off the rocks.

Go Fish!

This years First Grade production of "Go Fish" was a splashing success..hee, hee, I couldn't help myself! All of the kids worked so hard and did an amazing job. Colton was great as the Tiger Shark and remembered all 30 of his lines. Some of us were in tears with laughter.

Father's day...perfection.

Sunday turned out to be one of those utterly perfect days you just can't forget. The five of us hiked into Marcy Dam under beautiful blue skies and perfect temps. While Lennon was awake she caught loads of toads and a salamander. Colton kept pace with our long legs and built up an appetite to be reckoned with. On the hike out we even stopped along the river for a quick swim. And to wrap it all up we ended the day with dinner at Desperado's (where Colton shoveled in more food than I thought possible) and ice cream at Teddy's. I wish it were Father's Day more often!

Mima, Always in our hearts

After a long fight with cancer Josh's Step-mom (more importantly close friend) passed away last Friday morning. Susan was one of the most amazing women I have ever met and I was proud to be her Daughter-in-law. We miss her dearly.