SF zoo and walk

Yesterday we went to the zoo in Sioux Falls. They had some new stuff, such as pony rides, a cow you can milk and a bridge that goats can use to get to one pen to the other. We also went on the train ride, but I'm not sure it was worth it. We did get to see the "animal hospital" though. It was a fun time. Then in the evening we went out for a walk. We walked to Dad's office, around campus and back home. Dantae got in trouble so I got to ride his bike for a bit. I'm sure it was quite a sight. Sorry the pictures aren't that great.

Today I went to the Brookings Arts Festival. I think the last time I went I only had one child. It was a good time. Thanks so much to my hubby for watching the kids so I could go. Love Ya!

Gotta Love 'em

A couple weeks ago I brought home this discman from my moms, thinking Dantae might enjoy it. He really does too. Here's a picture of him jamming out to Crazy Frog.



This is Justus being silly.


Adriana loves to get in the somersault position and have someone give her a boost!

Evening in our backyard

Last night we enjoyed some time in our newly fenced in backyard. We ate supper out there and then the kids had lots of fun playing in the water. One thing they enjoyed was the sprinkler ball toy. Justus was afraid af first, but then he started having fun putting the ball in and watching it float in the air. As you can see in the picture he was trying to stay as far away as he could to put the ball in. On another note, I'm happy to announce Adriana is totally weaned off breastmilk so anyone who wants to have her come stay is welcome to.

R.I.P. Tyson

I believe Rob and I's first dog together will be put to rest today. When Rob first brought him to me, he was a cute fluffy little puppy and I was told he won't get too big. Wouldn't you know it, he grew to be more than 100 lbs. He was our "Big Boy". One of my favorite memories is when Rob was gone to Basic Training and I was sitting on the couch crying because I missed him so and Tyson brought over a toy to get me to play with him.(it was a good distraction) We had some really good times with this dog. We will miss him. We Love You Tyson.

July 4th was an eventful day. My sweet father-in-law was up bright and early digging holes to help put up a fence. When Rob joined in, each kid got their turn taking a spin on the post hole digger. It was alot of work and I am so thankful for all the help we had. Thank You so much Bob. Rob and his Dad also made a little pad to put our grill on. Before it dried we all had to put a print on it. Justus was sleeping at the time so Grandpa carried him out and we stuck a foot in. He slept the whole time. We also enjoyed eating boisenberries off the trees. Justus was barefoot and his feet were all purple. I should've gotten a picture. Later on, we lit some small fireworks and saved a few for dark. Unfortunately, Grandpa was lighting some sparklers for Dantae to do and the sparklers took off burning his hand. I hope everyone else had a safe 4th of July.

My father-in-law digging a hole.

Justus' contribution.

Stirring up the cement.

They're pouring the cement in the hole.

The poles are up.

And the finished product, yay!




Our hand or footprints.

Dantae with sparklers.

My father-in-laws burned hand.

I'm new to blogging, but thought I would try to post a recent picture of each of my kids to start with.