Memorial Weekend

We had an unexpected busy, but fun Memorial weekend. 

Memorial Day is one of those times that I realize how blessed I am to live in this country... to have had so many men and women sacrifice it all for my freedom.

Saturday we ran up to Chad's parents house and hung out while Chad did some work with his dad.  We just hung out at the house and the boys rode the Trecker.

Zach and Anna made a last minute visit on Sunday and stayed until Monday.  The boys had a blast... they played so good together.. very little crying and whining.

A little bit of badmitten...

 An attempt at the boys sleeping in the tent without an adult... Shep lasted until 9ish and Caelum lasted until 2:45. 

Uncle Zach reading a Bible story

 Today we got out early and conquered the lake before it got too crowded.  Needless to say, the boys loved it (well, I wouldnt say Ashton loved it, he doesnt love water and he hates being cold, but there were swings so he was happy.)

Bennett's first large water experience

He loved the water

The boys floating around

Owen and Hunter

Shepherd "swimming"

Caelum doing his thing

Mantis taking baby duty

Bennett resting in the shade

Aunt Anna on sand duty while Shep and Caelum sand Owen

Ashton found his place... on the playground on the swing

and Queenie found her place

It was a great weekend full of family.  Everyone made it back home safely. And the boys and I have less than 3 weeks before we finally make the big move.