Summertime KOA Camping

Camping is not something on my top 10 things I love to do. But my Mom loves being outdoors and all that good stuff, so we go for her. My kids always have fun when we're there, but I'm pretty sure they're like their Mom, and would rather be in a hotel any day than a tent. It's important to have experiences though, so I do like my kids having the opportunity to camp. I don't want them to be teenagers and have never been camping. That's just embarrassing. Haha. We stopped at the store and they both begged for a Princess toy that is sold by the registers. Funny how they're 6 years apart, wanting the same toy. Made me laugh. 

 

I'm grateful my cousin and his family came camping with us. I have a firm belief that cousins should be friends and also that it's more fun with more people. I'm always grateful when my kids have friends to play with on our adventures. It helps the experience, and helps them have better memories.

The kids enjoyed their first day at camp. I'm glad my Mom had so much equipment already in her garage, to help with the cost of things. I'm too pregnant for this heat though.

School's In, But Not For Us

Chuck E. Cheese when it's empty, is on the top of my summer list. The kids like the games, I secretly wish I could use all the tokens myself too, the pizza is yummy, the prizes are fun. It makes it a good place in my book. All the public schools started back up, so we had the place almost to ourselves, which was nice. I always make the kids eat first, and then they can spend their tokens.

Luckily I had a few dollar bills on me, so they could pick an ice cream for a treat on the way home. They crack me up when they pick these Weight Watcher ice creams, but they love them!

Planters Of Flowers

David spruced up the backyard a bit by adding some planters and flowers. They look pretty nice. Home improvements are always great.

Drytown Morning, Jethawk Night

Katie's Girl Scout Troop signed up for the Jethawk's Sleepover. But first, Drytown!

It happened to be Princess Night at the Jethawks, the same night as the sleepover. The girls were encouraged to wear Princess dresses, but Katie just wanted to be comfy. Emma wore her Elsa dress and was so excited to meet the Princesses. She was shy and happy at the same time, and it was so cute to watch.

Fireworks to Disney songs. Perfect night for the girls.

When the baseball game ended, we were all kicked out while they cleaned up real quick and got ready for the Girl Scouts.  

About 30-40 minutes later, they opened the gates back up, and allowed us to set our tents up. They handed out snacks and showed a movie before bedtime. Each girl was also given a patch for their vests.

 Emma was so happy to be included and part of the group. The movie lasted so long. I think it ended about midnight. Lots of tired parents haha.

I will tell you one thing. Sleeping on the hard ground while pregnant, is something I hope to never do again. I was so uncomfortable all night long. I could hardly sleep. I kept moving and moving trying not to take Emma. It was a rough night. When we go camping later this month, I'm gonna need something to sleep on, or I'm going to die. lol. They served breakfast, eggs, toast, fruit, bacon, sausage, and then everyone headed home. Pretty cool Girl Scout event. I didn't spend the night last year, because I didn't know it was a family event and that I could bring Emma. I left when the movie had started, so I was glad to be included this time. Even though I was too pregnant to fully enjoy it.

 

 

Katie was so tired from the sleepover, that she napped as soon as we got home.

Sticker Baby

Build-A-Bear Birthday

My friend Laura invited my kids to her daughter's birthday party. It was at Build-A-Bear and each kid was given an animal to stuff and take home. Emma picked a doggie.

Katie chose a bunny.

Emma washed her pup so nicely.

Group photo of all the kids.

Afterwards we met in the food court for cupcakes and presents.

When the party was over, I had promised Katie I would take her to buy her first purse. I showed her Charming Charlie's, which she LOVED. She picked out a hot pink purse for $8 and was so proud of herself. She felt so grown up and special. I love watching her grow up, so much. She's my baby forever.

I was proud of myself for finding similar outfits for the girls to wear. Because of the big age gap, it's hard to find matching clothes in both sizes. I thought they looked super cute.

Wednesday Night Movie Night

Another summer Wednesday, another evening in the park. Movie, snow cone, cute kids, glow sticks. Just living the good life.