Labor Day

We had such a blast at lake roosevelt this weekend. We were thankful for one last hurrah before the fall weather sets in. I think our days of air conditioning have ended, but I do love looking forward to cinnamon apple cider, cozy fires, and autumn leaves. 

The boys prepping themselves for some serious tube wars...

We were all very thankful for the campfire!

Shawn brought a wakeboard so Jason gave it a try.

Brian learned how to ski.

Saying goodbye and capping off the weekend with a Doxie's burger..or 2..

My best buddy

Seattle

We got some time to explore Seattle last weekend. Who knew there was a whole wall of gum.

really? disgusting.

found myself an alaskan sourdough

The drumline came out and performed for everyone before the game. They were pretty great.

Quest field! There were a few confused Packers fans wandering around.

We couldn't complain about our seats! Thanks Korolls!

What a fun weekend! It was topped off with Sunday at Olympia, which was a wonderful privilege!

A Montana Wedding

Last weekend my sister got married in Thompson Falls. It was a gorgeous wedding, and nice to finally have some good weather!

Wade was very excited to tell me that he ate ALL his icecream.

Who looks this good in a close-up with a face full of drool?

Out and About

A few weekends ago we got a quick hike in up behind the local ski hill with the Grillos. The trail led to 2 different lakes which were both gorgeous with nice clear water. We were anticipating a relaxing swim in the mountain lakes, but when we got there the weather was a little less than warm.

Dakota was quite the trooper!

We went to Saturday night of the Chelan Rodeo. We hadn't been there for a few years, and were pleasantly impressed.

Dakota, Pam and Joel came with us.

Mission Accomplished

The third weekend in July Jason, Josh and Zach participated in the STP, a bike ride/race from Seattle to Portland. For most it is a two day ride, but some of the hard core(crazy?) riders will do the whole thing in one day. So yes, of course, they completed the one day ride. Jason only got a little over a month of training in, so it was quite an impressive feat! They all did amazing, I admire their determination.

We stopped to see the boys along the route in Tenino, Centralia, Lexington and the grand finish in Portland

Waiting for the boys at the 100 mile mark!

Chewing on rocks is definitely more fun than just standing around

They finished!

I couldn't pass up this view on the way home. I want to say this is Mt. Ranier, but am not positive.

Sweet Summertime!

Wow. The weather has been gorgeous! I'm liking central Washington more and more all the time. A few days ago we were driving to a trailhead and saw fireweed all along the road. It made my week. It was a little tiny glimpse of SE Alaska right here in Wenatchee!

We had a nice relaxing 4th of July in Waterville with the family. We spent the day at the pool and around town, then hauled a fire pit out to Barnes' shop and roasted marshmallows before and after the fireworks.

The beginning of the week found us on a quick trip down to Vancouver for Grandma Demmon's funeral. It was great to see family and friends, but bittersweet all the same.