Galveston Beach

We headed to Galveston from Lake Livingston. We figured if we were this close to the beach we could not pass up the trip. The big question on my mind was, "How will Wade like the beach?" Last year he did not enjoy the beach at all. He did not like sand or water....he and his daddy spent a lot of time in the air conditioned condo. Don't worry they were both happy. Well a year sure made a difference in his feelings about the beach!! He loved it!!

Before everybody got wet and dirty we took a few pictures.

The kids found something interesting crawling around. But daddy was the only one brave enough to pick it up.

We actually found three of these hermit crabs. I found one lots lots bigger, but I did not have my camera with me at the time. The kids wanted to bring him home with us. "NO WAY!!" 

Self portrait.

We went to the beach again the next evening. Everybody was so excited to get their feet wet again!!

Goofball...

This girl loves anything and everything summertime. Love that smile.

Rachel found a great way to ride the waves.

Mermaid Man Luke

Wade loved the water at the beach and finding sea shells. One time he did get a mouth full of wave and he told Chris, "Yuck, the water is bad." The sand was still an issue with Wade. Every time he had sand on his hands or legs he would run back into the water to wash off. He spent a lot of time running back and forth to the water. He did like knocking over the sand castles though. We all enjoyed out time at the beach this year. It was so much fun!

I did snap a few pictures on my early morning walk on our last day.

Lake Livingston

We made our annual trip to Lake Livingston the last weekend in June. We had a blast as always!! We always have so much fun playing in the lake, fishing, visiting with everybody, and just relaxing. I was not sure how Wade would like the lake. You never know how Wade will react to anything new. Luckily, he enjoyed the lake as much as we do!

Luke showing Wade a little fish.

Pretty little girl!!

Grandpa and Ian just relaxing.

Look at that Wade in the lake! I actually helped him a little, but no tears!!

Aunt Cara with sweet Mac.

Momma with her sweet boys.

Chris with his hands full of boys.

Ian's turn with his Momma.

The rope always keeps us entertained. The kids have become almost experts now.

Uncle Aaron with Miles.

Miss Madison in the baby pool.

Cousins having fun!

Uncle Beaubie's turn at the rope.

Uncle Aaron is a pro.

1-2-3 jump!!

Tenley and Rachel

This is how I intended to spend my time in the lake, but I ended up getting all wet which to tell the truth made it more fun! I am soooo white!!

Grandpa even surprised us with a swan dive into the lake. We were all excited he joined us.

Grandpa, Grandnanna and Baby Kate

Luke wanted Momma to jump in with him.

After all these years, I finally did the rope swing. It was so much FUN!! Chris likes this picture, but I am not so sure. After about 15 swings on the rope, I was so sore for a couple of days. I guess I stretched some muscles I am not used to using.

Wade enjoyed pushing people off the pier. I doubt he would have the same reaction if somebody pushed him into the lake.

This picture is stolen from Aunt Cara. We tried for a kid picture as always. This time was a success!! Look at those precious babies!!

We want to thank Carol and Cecil for hosting us each year!! It is always so much fun, but I know a lot of work goes into it. Also, Grandpa and Grandnanna for the Sunday House. We really appreciate everything!!

Big Spring Waterpark

This past Friday we decided to meet up with Johnnie and the kids for some summer fun. We had a blast!! I am trying to see how many pictures Blogger will allow you to use for one entry. There are a lot of pictures, but we had a REALLY good time!!

Kate was a good big sister and took Wade down the little slide....many, many times. He always came off wearing this Big-O-Smile. :0)

So sweet!!

Later in the day the boys were told not to swing on the ropes....Excuse me? If you hang ropes in a play area what do you expect the kids to do but swing on them?

Chris was the self-appointed babysitter.

The lilly pads were a big hit! The kids said it was like playing Wipe-Out. Luke was able to run across a few times without falling.

...but not everytime!

Playing with the underwater camera.

Rachel's turn at Wipe-Out.

Kate decided to use the ropes as monkey bars. Smart girl!

Tenley won the Most Determined Award. She worked and worked to get across.  She did it a few times, but she ended up with blisters as proof of her hard work.

Sydney also went across. She had her own way figured out. It worked like a charm!

Madison had a great time jumping to her Momma. She was adorable in her little swimsuit!

Self-portrait. All my pictures had a water spot. I need to check the lens better next time.

It was a Stansell train down the slide!

Wade asks every day now if we are going to the waterpark. We will have to go again very soon!