Emily's 10th Birthday

For Emily's 10th birthday, we spent the day at the Lake. She loves swimming so there is no place she would rather be than in the water. We gave her and itouch for her birthday before we went on vacation so that she could take video and pictures with it ...so unfortunately, on her birthday she only had a few things to open. But she didnt mind at all. She spent the day with her friend Renley, and Bjoern, Melanie, and Martin from Germany were all with us at the lake.

High Adventure Scout Camp

Reed returned from High Adventure camp today. He went up to Sequoia National Park and hiked approx 25 miles over 5 days. He had a fantastic time and said the views were the most spectacular he had ever seen. When he was dropped off, his leaders told us what a great kid he was and how he never complained and was a ton of fun, and they were so happy he came. (that makes it all worthwhile) I was hoping he would catch a fish this trip...but my theory once again is upheld..."there are no fish in California". He had two run-ins with Rattlesnakes and saw a big bear. He came home with a peeling sunburn, and mosquito bites but was happy as can be. He said the worst part of the trip was his tent partner's breath....only to realize, he was actually smelling his own armpit. Ugh!

Splash 2011

Although I had invitations printed for him, Reed opted out this year.... I think "planned parties" are not cool. The guys just want to "crash" and destroy everything on their own terms.