July 4th

We made last-minute plans to visit Will's family over the 4th of July holiday, and who knew it would turn out to be such a good decision? The kids had a blast with Grandma, Grandpap, and the rest of the family. Will and I got to see everyone. Everyone helped watch the kids. We were not complaining. It was nice.

We met Grandma for ice cream on Friday, then went to over to Chris's house for a cookout on Saturday night. We were slightly worried at first that there wouldn't be much for them to play with. Turns out, all you need is a creek. Crayfish are a bonus.





On Sunday evening, we went over to the campground to see Will's dad's family. Another creek. More fun for the kids, only this time, we drove away with the wet clothes on top of the van. Luckily, Will's mom noticed before we left the kids' skivvies all over the countryside.

Below is a picture of Chase that night, drinking a plastic barrel of red sugar water. I don't have a problem with them drinking it, but they don't get those at home. It was such a treat that he drank the entire thing with only one short pause for air. His love of beverages is amazing.