Valley Fair

 Hit the water park for some fun in the sun. Syd did a large water slide and later the Cork Screw. It may be another summer before she tries those again...

We ran into Lucas who was with a couple of friends - small world!

They are in the 2nd car from the back on the roller coaster.

Lake Week 2022

 We had beautiful weather for Lake Week this year. Jen arranged for another cottage for several of us to stay. It was a bit rustic, but it was close and we could easily walk back/forth from the house. 

We were missing Russ and Mandi as she is due with baby #2 in August. Paul was also not at the lake after the first weekend with his surgery becoming more complicated than planned. He will be starting chemo for bladder cancer soon. 

Colin, Syd and Zoe enjoyed a lot of time on ZuZu now that Colin passed the MI water craft certification test. They tried their best to fling each other off the jet ski. 

In the rain, the group decided to try the Swiss Swirl vs the annual trip to the Dairy Bar. It was a hit except the kids did miss playing on the rickety old swing set by the DB. 

Adventures in Cardboard Camp

 Another crazy, fun week at Cardboard camp. The kids came home exhausted every day, which was the goal. A new location this year and the many leveled  castle was a sight to behold. The tall building was a circle maze that required a flashlight to see your way through to the end. Sydney was very happy that her days of searching for a relic had a happy ending in finding one. 

Summer Camps

 A fun kick off to the summer; Colin had a great experience at Drum Set Camp at the middle school. He even won a new snare drum. 

Sydney was so excited all week for her Sing 2 Musical Camp. There were only 5 kids in the camp, so they all had several roles to change into. They did a great job and were laughing the entire time during the finale performance for the parents. 

 

Sydney and Miss Sydney

Last Day of School

 Last day of 4th grade, one more year at the elementary school, and last day of 8th grade and on to the high school!

"It's A Major (8th Grade) Award!"

We attended the 8th grade awards night to celebrate Colin's academic achievements. He and around 40  kids from his class were recognized on stage and received the President's Award for Education Excellence with a certificate "signed" by President Biden, "suitable for framing." ;) 

Year End School Picnic

 Sydney's school hosted its year end picnic with music, games, and food trucks. Syd enjoyed running around with pals. It was fun to see some of the teachers and families from years past. 

Sydney, Tasha and Sammy