The Summer is Flying By

It seems like this summer has flown by, just getting organized in a new house and figuring out where everything needed for life is, like the grocery store, takes a toll.  I'm happy to say we finally feel settled.  Wyatt started a summer camp at the preschool he will be attending next month.  Each week they have a different theme, I think he has especially enjoyed this week's theme, "The Enchanted Kingdom", he has learned all about Castles, Dragons, and Kings and Queens and his favorite, knights in shining armor.  Yesterday when I picked him up he was dressed in a grey felt suite head to toe, so proud of his shining armor!  He also has been playing dress up quite a bit at home, it's so cute that Luke wants to get involved too, he really doesn't go for a costume, but loves to put on the spider hat.

 

Kevin took the boys to the Wild Animal Park while I enjoyed a morning at the spa, thanks Monica for the great birthday present!

The talking zebra, a favorite of Wyatts.

 

 My mom and Kim and nephew Cooper were able to come for a visit at the end of July, we had  so much fun.  It's nice watching the boys play well together the older they get, they really enjoy each other's company.  I just wish we could get together more often.

Playtime at the park near our house.

 

Luke loves to go down the tube slide on his belly.

 

Waiting at the Poway train station to get a ride from the Speeder Train.

Riding caboose!

Luke running wild as usual.

The boys watching the train cross the park.

SeaWorld rides and fun.  Since the kids really won't sit through a show they tend to love the kiddie rides and the animal exhibits they can watch through the glass.

The boys waiting to see a dolphin, Luke is more interested in the steps.

Dolphin lookout once again.

We could not get these two rascals to look at the camera.

Wyatt loved the theater show Madagascar.

Luke, not so much, he lasted 5 minutes, I took him outside to run around and explore.

Shark tunnel.

Cooper eating Shamu, which he thought was awesome.

Cooper was really fascinated by Shamu just swimming around.

 

We spent the rest of their visit at the beach and pool, what a great stay, come back again soon.

 

 

Summer Catch Up

With the move everything else was put on the back burner, including the blog.  We finally located the camera cord after unpacking most of the boxes and surprise it wasn't in a box, it was in Kevin's computer bag, that's always the way it is right?  Now I can download photos and catch up on everything.  

Here are some pictures before the move when my mom came out to visit while Kevin was in Detroit for work.  There was a lot of bug collecting going on by Nana and Wyatt.  This mostly occurred in the sand pit.

One morning my mom and I took advantage of Wyatt being in preschool and decided to take the bikes to Coronado for a ride.  Luke loved exploring the Hotel Del grounds.

Making his way to the beach...

...a few stumbles along the way.

He accepts a helping hand from Nana.

After Kevin got home, thanks to Nana, we were able to have a temple date.  It was Kevin's first time to the temple.  We really had a great night.

Lately the boys love being dragged around on a blanket, Luke just chills, and Wyatt gets a death grip on the edge as we drag them around.

Summer beach love.

"Bury me Mom, but just my legs, otherwise that'd be scary."

Luke's M.O.  Mr. Chill.

Two peas in a pod.

My Young Womens group from church participated in Color Me Rad, it was a good time.

Kevin got asked to speak at Stake Conference and did an amazing job, he really is such a talented public speaker.  Papa Kay and Grandma Dawna made the drive from Barstow to come listen.

Trying to wrangle the kids for a family photo after church is difficult.

My two snuggle dudes hanging out relaxing.

Luke is such a lover, this little video is typical Luke, just wants to get close and snuggle.

The playground at the new house is a big hit...

...Even with Mimi!  Mimi came out to help us with the kids while we moved, it was such a blessing. I was also able to take a girls trip to Vegas while she was here.  My mom, me, Kim, Jenny, Sam, Jamie, and Rena all enjoyed lots of delicious food, shopping, and pool time.  Unfortunately I did not take the camera and need to figure out how to download photos from my phone onto the blog, then I'll be all set!

Baseball Fever

A few weeks ago we were able to go downtown to Petco Park with Papa James to watch the Padres play.  Let's be honest, it's not much ball watching when you have two little rascals, but it sure is fun.

We like to sit in outfield near the sand pit so the kids can run free.

...And here he goes, running free.

Can you tell it was getting late and he was getting tired?

Nice pose guys!

Luke likes to sit on Wyatt's lap and usually Wyatt likes it.

Busy Around the Neighborhood

We have been getting ready to move next month and trying to enjoy this home and neighborhood as much as we can before we leave.

Kevin caught this hummingbird resting on a ball outside in our backyard.  I'll miss our backyard, we have so many hummingbirds visit the honeysuckle.  The new backyard is pretty awesome too and I might need to plant a pollenator section of flowers so we can continue to see these cool little guys.

This little guy is about to turn 14 months, he is a happy little man almost all the time.  Kevin said, "if Luke is sad, there is something really wrong", it's so true.  He is REALLY busy, doesn't like to stay in one place for more than a second and usually carries a toy around in his mouth.  He likes to wrestle with Wyatt most of the day until one of them gets hurt, he never took a pacifier, but if he has his "wubba", blankie, he will start to suck his thumb, I find it adorable.  He still takes two naps a day and is a really great sleeper.  He loves to be outside and every chance he gets he makes a bee line for the door.  We love you Lukie!

This year for Mother's Day it was a big surprise, Kevin got me breakfast in bed!  No, he didn't make it, but he did run to the restaurant up the road and brought home the most delicious french toast.  The boys got me a cute card and I was so excited when I opened my gift from Kev, a fancy Le Creuset cast iron pot, something I've always wanted and as a bonus small matching cocottes, time to do some serious cooking.  

I took the boys over to SeaWorld, they love the underground tank, I love it too, it's kind of hidden and usually there are hardly any people around.

Wyatt loves the bounce zone there too, he really gets into it.  He is incredibly athletic and usually in there wrestling with much bigger kids.

Showing some Shamu love.  He asked me, "Mom is that the real whale?"  So cute.

Our neighborhood had a little party called Spring Fest, of course we hit the inflatables.

Scaling Mt. Everest.

Waiting with a friend for the parade to start.  Wyatt always needs to get himself some popcorn.  Notice Luke strapped into the stroller wanting to jump out, can't let him loose for a second.

Here is a funny video of Wyatt that cracks us up.  He loves for Kevin and I to go cross-eyed, he also loves to try and go cross-eyed himself.  This is what is looks like.

Daddy and Me Time

I love it when Kevin decides he's going to work out and he gets down to do a few push-ups and the kids start the wrestling frenzy.  Luke is usually the first to climb up on his back, then of course, Wyatt has to join in.  Family exercise time.

Luke Walks!

He's really taking off now.