Mason and his friend, Beckham, attended SOAR camp for the first time this summer. SOAR (Summer Orientation About Rivers) is a nature day camp organized by the Prairie Plains Resource Institute in Aurora, NE. They got to spend four days exploring the Platte River and other outdoor environments in the area. They had a blast getting wet and even learned a few new things.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Monday, July 22, 2024
Cousin Fun
Our annual lake weekend with the Unterseher cousins did not disappoint. The temps were high so we spent a good deal of time in the water but dare I say it was fun for all ages!
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Grillin' and Chillin'
Alma's 4th of July parade theme was "Grillin' and Chillin'" and with the unseasonably cool temps that is exactly what we did.
We watched the parade with family, made our own screen-print t-shirts at the Hex & Hive, spectated the fireworks in Alma, soaked up the rays, watched Isaac play ball, went for a ride on Papa's boat, played on the beach, watched a storm roll over, cruised on the cart, grilled ribs with the Nelson's and played cards with the 'rents.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Emma
After nearly a full year of life with sweet Emma from Sweden, the time came to say, "Goodbye...for now". Emma was such a gift to have around and she became a treasured friend to our Jentry. We will miss her but are already dreaming of ways to meet again.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Sweets is 16
The girl has wanted to have her driver's license since she was 2 and the day finally arrived. Our Jentry Jaree is officially 16 and legal to drive!
Monday, July 15, 2024
Building Our Home For All Generations
Dugout Days 2024 might have been the best Festival year yet.
1. The weather was gorgeously 75 and sunny.
2. The kids are finally old enough to withstand the huge days of fun without naps nor major meltdowns.
3. Jentry, Mason and I successfully completed the Run 4 a Resident 5K race. Jentry got 1st place, Mason 2nd and myself 4th, in our respective age groups.
4. The theme, Building Our Home For All Generations, was honoring to the Sutton Community Home which is near and dear to our hearts.