Riverview Waterworld

We took the kids and our helper, Skylar, to Riverview Waterpark on Friday. We all had so much fun. I was so proud of the girls for trying all the rides! Macy was even sad when she was too small to go on things, such as the scrambler. Madison tried her own go-kart and crashed within the first minute or two. After the guy helped her away from the wall, she was done. The girls did the berry spin ride, and even the tilt-a-whirl! Macy enjoyed the big go-kart track with Daddy, and all 4 enjoyed the merry-go-round. Max and I were spectators most of the day, so after lunch when everyone enjoyed the water park, we found and spot and lounged (don't worry, I had his head covered). Doesn't Madison look super long laying next to me? That only lasted a couple of minutes and she was off once again. Everyone enjoyed the bouncy pillow...Daddy's got good ups! Our favorite was watching the girls drive their own boats. You had to be under 42 inches to go on that ride, and they loved it! A very enjoyable day and thanks to Skylar for helping us out!

First Day of School

Jesse took this picture of the kids this morning, before we returned to work for the school year. I will be there 4 days this week, and then off until Oct. 5. Jesse will be there the first two weeks, and then will be off the rest of Sept. with us. As you can see, they were not bothered one bit by us leaving...probably since they were able to see Robin and Megan! The break was nice for all of us, and we always know they are in great hands with Robin when we are working!

85th Birthday Party

We celebrated Great-Grandma Monte's 85th Birthday on Sunday. What a lovely get-together! Here is a picture of the 4 generations. The girls had way too much chocolate...thanks Grandpa! They enjoyed seeing their cousins and playing at the park behind the facility. They thankfully took a nap on the way there, so they could last a little longer. Don't they look cute in the way back together?!

Baptism

We celebrated Max's Baptism on Saturday. We had a short window of opportunity while his Godmother, Megan, was in town from CA. Except for the fact that the two older sisters were very cranky and forgot their listening ears at home, it was a nice ceremony. Deacon Tom even brought him to the front of the church during the Homily! As the third child, the baptism was much smaller than the girls, and by Thursday, I realized I had forgotten to order the cake! So, Max got a homemade cake with pink glitter gel for the lettering...lucky guy! He sure looks lucky when you see him all snuggled in by Nana! Thanks to Kirk and Megan, for being wonderful Godparents, and making the day very special!

Bowling

Many of you know that Jesse is a league bowler. We finally took the family to Brewster's in Reedsburg to bowl. Madison loved it! She was so cute. Macy got a kick out of it, especially liked the slip and slide feeling on the alley (only fell and bumped her head once)! She made it until the 5th frame, and then was done. Max slept the whole time. We had a nice afternoon.

First tub bath!

Max really enjoyed his tub bath the other night. The girls wanted to be in the tub, too, so it was kind of a tight fit! He seemed really calm and mellow, until we took him out to dry him off. The girls also enjoy laying with him on his tummy time mat. Poor Max will never have space, will he? One more funny...Madison was holding him when his umbilical cord came off. Luckily, she thought it was funny and didn't freak out. Jesse and I were laughing when she said, "Hey look! Him beebo just fell off. He just hit it right off! So funny!"

Strong

Jesse just loves holding Max on his stomach, and watching him be so alert and strong. He always pushes himself up, and holds his head very high (he calls it the turtle look). He is 3 weeks old today!