Go Blue

Aunt Amy gave us this onesie when Evan was still a newborn, so I thought I would try to get a few pictures of Evan modeling it.  I wish that I would have done this before he starting walking so well because it was hard to catch him when he was constantly on the move!!  Hope you enjoy Amy!

Park and Picnic

It was the PERFECT day for playing at Teddy Bear Park and having a pizza picnic down by the river.  We did this last year and Adam has been asking to do it again.  The area is so beautiful this time of year.

Adam with the digger

All aboard!

Riding the motorcycle

Enjoying walking all over the park with his shovel

Big bro taking Evan down some slides

Adam loves holding Evan

Grandma and the boys (with Evan going in for a kiss)

Watching and waving to boats

Adam could watch boats all day long

Adam REALLY wants to ride on one of the big boats

BBQ

We had a BBQ to catch up with the Dynan side of the family in Osceola.  Here is a picture of all of the second cousins together.  It was great seeing everyone!!

St. Joe Festival

The St. Joe Festival is such a cute festival for the kids for a few hours in the morning.  Some St. Joe residents bring their animals for a petting zoo, tractors are on display, and the firetrucks are open for the kids to explore. One of our neighbors had a big party later in the day so it's great to catch up with everyone.



Adam driving a firetruck

Adam honking the horn and turning on the lights

Adam with a 7 week-old kitten

Checking out the mane on "Fireball"

Getting a ride from the horses

Adam LOVES sitting on the tractors

Evan does too

Adam ringing the trolley bell

Adam with neighbors, Dillon and Willy in the firetruck

Evan climbed around inside of one as well.

Adam and Addie enjoying some dessert later in the night

Lots of fresh air + lots of time with friends = lots of good sleepers!!

Willow River State Park

It was another gorgeous day and I heard cooler weather was in the forecast, so I insisted that we spend as much time outdoors as possible.  We decided to check out the waterfalls at Willow River State Park because I hadn't been there yet and it is just a short drive.

Spectacular

The boys were impressed too

A fun morning!



Adam really wanted to get his feet wet



Taking a break - there was a BIG hill to get back to the car

Evan's Birthday Party

We had a party for Evan on Labor Day before Jenn and Mike had to fly back to California.  Since we call Evan our Lil' Monkey, we had a monkey-themed party.  It was a perfect day for grilling and being outdoors. Thanks to our families for making it so wonderful.





Family shot

Evan with Aunt Jenn

Grandpa and Papa

Monkey cake pops - I wish I could take credit for making these:)

Soaking up some sun

Nana with Hanna

The crew

Adam and Soren were happy to help Evan open presents

Riding his new blue horsey

Bouncing on his trampoline

Wondering why everyone is staring and singing

Mmmm

A chocolate lover like his Mommy

The boys enjoyed cake pops and ice cream too

Cabin

We headed north after Adam finished preschool.  We rented a cabin for the long weekend to celebrate my Mom and Dad's 40th wedding anniversary.  It was a nice little getaway and fun to have everyone in one place.  Here are a few pictures from the trip.

The Birthday Boy

Enjoying a birthday cookie

Our home for a few days

So relaxing to look out at the lake

Driving with Grandpa

Evan's turn with Bubba

Getting tickled by Grandma

Waiting patiently for a bite

Hanging with Daddy

Bubba relaxing

Evan loves the outdoors...

... and the water.  We couldn't keep him out of it.

Grandpa and Ev

Catching a big one:)

Adam liked the canoe

The cabin had a boat house full of fun stuff

Everyone enjoyed the water

Adam's first round of mini golf

Evan knew just what to do - he dropped his ball by every flag and did some putting