In light of the fact that Roland will start school in the fall, we have tried to do some fun things this summer to break the monotony of everyday life. We did manage to go to Myrtle Beach for a few days after graduation. It was so nice to get away from home and responsibility, at least for a little while.
While we were there, Duncan got to experience his first log ride. During the ride he was really good and did not cry or want to get off, but the look on his face in our picture was just priceless.
Full moon on the night of our arrival. Arrrooo!
The boys anxiously awaiting our first day at the beach.
For all you SNL fans, this is "The Falconer" from the Medieval Times. They let the falcon fly around the arena and he flew right over our heads-and right over our plates! Not very hygienic, but cool.
Tooling around in the pool. This is by far one of the best purchases we ever made.
Hanging at home...
James Russell style
Let the battle begin: Water guns vs. ...
Karate
We also wrapped up Roland's first year (1/2 year) in Awanas. Roland's age group is called cubbies. The goal is for kids to learn about God and to practice what they learn through applying what they learn. Each week they complete a section of a workbook and do something that relates to that week's lesson (like planting a plant, or learning about another country). In the end they earn badges for their efforts, which they put on their uber cool cubby vest, as depicted below. We are very proud of him.
While we were there, Duncan got to experience his first log ride. During the ride he was really good and did not cry or want to get off, but the look on his face in our picture was just priceless.
Full moon on the night of our arrival. Arrrooo!
The boys anxiously awaiting our first day at the beach.
For all you SNL fans, this is "The Falconer" from the Medieval Times. They let the falcon fly around the arena and he flew right over our heads-and right over our plates! Not very hygienic, but cool.
Tooling around in the pool. This is by far one of the best purchases we ever made.
Hanging at home...
James Russell style
Let the battle begin: Water guns vs. ...
Karate
We also wrapped up Roland's first year (1/2 year) in Awanas. Roland's age group is called cubbies. The goal is for kids to learn about God and to practice what they learn through applying what they learn. Each week they complete a section of a workbook and do something that relates to that week's lesson (like planting a plant, or learning about another country). In the end they earn badges for their efforts, which they put on their uber cool cubby vest, as depicted below. We are very proud of him.
