Red Rody

James has mastered mounting his trusty steed, Red Rody, although his dismount is usually a little bumpy. But boy does he love bouncing on his horsey!

When one isn't enough

We went to a little dinner party at a friend's house Saturday afternoon, and we knew they were making an amazing dinner, and we'd been asked to bring the dessert, but I might have gotten a little carried away. I started with some dark chocolate cookies with oatmeal and white chocolate chips for the children in the group. Then I made an almond, nectarine and cherry tart with this amazing almond-y crust and filling. Then I decided the almond tart was too prissy, so I made a "rustic" plum tart as well. And, we brought all three desserts to the party. And all three were thouroughly enjoyed.

ketchup is yummy

Well, James really like ketchup. And why wouldn't he? It's sweet, it's red, and it does wonders for one's hair.

Zoo Saturday

We had a fun little outing to the zoo Saturday morning for the annual Zoo members' breakfast. It rained lightly the entire time we were there, but it was very nice nonetheless. As always, the carousel was the big hit of the day.

Sprinkler Time

It has been so hot lately, with no rain, sadly (although that doesn't stop the mosquitos or the humidity in the air!) so I did a little watering the other morning and let L & J play in the water. Much fun was had.

Sprayground Fun

Last Friday I tried to take all four children to the Leawood Pool for a morning swim, only to discover upoon our arrival at the pool that it is no longer open in the mornings, now that morning swim lessons are over for the season. Rats.

So, as a consolation prize we all went to the "sprayground" at Loose Park, where we all had lots of fun. Except for Andrew. Who was in a mood. But the rest of us had lots of fun! Even J was getting in there and getting wet.