Vashon Weekend Madness

Every summer we spend a long weekend on Vashon with friends.  In the past it felt a little hectic with all the people and kiddos.  This year was different...the kids are the perfect age to explore the beach, play games and run around without the adults worrying which was pretty darn amazing.  We spent time on the beach, out in the boat, roasting s'mores by the fire and just relaxing!

Until next time...

KPB Summer Field Trips

Although Kallie doesn't get the summer "off" like some kiddos she is lucky to be at a daycare that mixes things up in the summer.  They have a theme each week (water, inventions, etc) and do fun activities that dive in to that theme. 

They also get to ride the city bus (which they love) to field trips like the zoo, bowling, spray park and even walk to a few that are close by (Home Depot, computer museum etc).   

I have made it a priority to chaperone a few of their field trips and can confirm the kiddos have a blast... Here is the proof!

Archery outside

Woodland Park Zoo

Jefferson Park (Spray Park)

4th of July on Vashon

The 4th of July is the only time my entire family is together on Vashon.  Although 8 adults, 5 kids and 4 dogs can be a bit crazy I would not want it any other way! 

Most our time is spent on the beach looking for agates, fishing, crabbing, movies in the bunk house, deck'ing, bonfires, bbqs and just enjoying time together.  Most of all I think we all love watching our kids enjoy the beach as much as we did when we were kids❤️🎣

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KPrep Graduation... Kindergarten here she comes!

Well it's official Kallie is off to Kindergarten in the Fall!   We are so excited for her and know she is more than ready for school I am just not sure if we are ready BUT... Ready or not here she comes!

Congratulations Kallie...we are so proud of you ... Goodbye Mermaids Lagoon, Hello Issaquah Valley Elementary!

Florida Adventures

We had an amazing time in Florida.  We started our adventure visiting Mimi and Papa in The Villages enjoying the pool, golf cart rides, family time and more pool!  Kallie loved being the center of attention and of course Mimi and Papa spoiled her every minute.

Our second stop was the Florida Keys.  We decided to drive which was a bit longer than we expected but we made it and our house did not disappoint.  We could fish off the dock, kayak, swim in our own pool/hot tub and enjoyed the amazing outdoor space.

Our Keys adventure consisted of fishing, swimming, aligator farm, feeding the tarpan, day trip to Key West, dolphins how and more at The Theatre of the sea, more swimming and fishing and of course a great time with cousins!

We were sad when vacation was over but enjoyed having two weeks off!

Easter Fun

Easter is always full of fun events and family time.  We started celebrations by dying Easter eggs.  This was the first year Kallie did not want any help (sniffle).  She knew how she wanted to decorate them and did a great job (with minimal mess which was amazing).

The weekend started with our annual neighborhood egg hunt with a surprise visit from the Easter bunny.  It is a bit chaotic and the eggs are all found within 5 minutes but still fun for all.  

On Easter we had brunch with cousins at Uncle Jim and Aunt Terri's house... Ate way too much and the kids went on an egg hunt into the pouring rain and loved it.  We spent the afternoon at Grammy and Papas yet again ate too much and went on another egg hunt (no rain this time).  We had a great weekend spending time with family!

Dinner and a Show

The other day I saw these Wonder Woman jammies and knew immediately that Kallie would love them.  I knew she would not wear them to bed (she only wears panties even though she has about 8 pairs of pjs) but I had a feeling they would be a big hit.  

Her favorite thing to do after dinner is to "put on a show" for us and these pjs are the perfect accessory.  The one catch is...we usually have to do it too.  Last night we each had to do a ballet dance and circus act!  Here are a few pics from the show that capture her spicy personality well!