June pics

Since I've been such a slacker about my entire month of June, I decided to put up some pics to tell the story for me.

typical amusement park action, when the bear you win is larger than you are
June was Dairy month- we went to the neighbors and while some were inside the barn "cow-judging" Abby decided the ice cream was the real treat
here's one of my best friends- she throws one heck of a baby shower!
no babies were infused with alcohol during this shot

I've been able to see a couple of my nephews baseball games this summer
however, more time is spent celebrating with my family for birthdays and get-togethers.. usually by a pool :)
I have missed these moments.. not anymore - its sheer enjoyment and relaxation
my youngest niece, Clare. With so many kids around I learned that this stance is unacceptable if they are not wearing a diaper.
another birthday... my sister's- just days before Bretts. now that she's 39, she seems to think that the picture on the "take me away Calgon" box is inappropriate for her children
nuzzling baby raccoons... ahhh - yes, I see lots of wildlife everyday. Dad just blocked off the culvert at the end of our driveway with the family of skunks, there's pheasants everywhere, yesterday a baby deer walked through our backyard, family of fox at the corner, and rabbits- there will always be too many rabbits.

but I can sure handle the fish!!!! its a multi-purpose activity, really. Catching loads of fish, fun in the sun and water, chatting with the rents, and a fabulous meal after the day is over :) Not always, but sometimes my horns come out.

4th of July water parade complete with Wally Pikal
After painting most of the house yesterday, Delaney and I went for a ride through our old slu - not sure what it was but I was covered with yellow dust when we got out - good times :) here's what happens when William gets put in the mix at baseball games... the players get sidetracked. Will the star player!
here's my brother Mark with oldest daughter, Abby. She's not having any fun at all.