Thursday, July 31, 2014

Adirondack Trip Part 2- Swimming and Canoeing


Lake Pleasant was so clean and the little beach was very sandy.

Cassidy loved the water



 Benny loved the sand


Cassidy also thought the big tube was her personal boat


Heather and I set out on a canoe adventure with Benny



Andy kayaked out for a visit


We did a floating prisoner exchange :)


First time Benny got to be in the kayak with dad (in the water)

A little tow into shore for these helpless females :)
(notice the rope)


Prim very interested in Ben's Legos


Nap time
Maybe the first time Heather got to relax :)
Sadie keeping her company


A little evening canoeing to top off a beautiful day






Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Adirondack Trip



Ken, Chris, and I spent a week in the Adirondacks this July. 
We stayed at a cottage on Pleasant Lake, a small lake, which is near Brantingham Lake. 
Heather, Andy, and the kids were able to come for about 3 days. 
Unfortunately none of our other kids could get away this year.


Grandma and Grandpa got to watch the kids on Sunday while Heather and Andy 
went to a State trooper Graduation party in Albany. Oh and Chris helped too- a lot!

All went well except I put Cassidy's diaper on Benny at nap time. (lol) He didn't complain. 
We went to the playground, played in Cassidy's pool, and went in the lake. 






The cat was a great source of entertainment for Benny. 
He loved playing with the laser pointer.



Cassidy found the dog fascinating, the dog found her snack fascinating.



Bathing beauty



Noodle fight



Our first outing was to Whitaker Park in Lowville, NY 
Excellent trip, except we forgot the bug spray!
Found a kind woman who cheerfully shared her deet.


We had to climb down a small gorge to get to the water. 
We could stand right near the falls & stream.


Lots of adventure, including a little geocaching. 








Picnic lunch


Sadie, just before she got loose and took off into the Adirondack wilderness.
Chris ran about a mile before he caught up with her & tackled her :)



Joys of childhood!

                                      






Monday, July 28, 2014

Family Gathering At The Drews



Malcolm & Ian being firemen- Sarah loves these boys!

In honor of the Olcotts being home, we had a great party at Amber & Teds.

Great Host & Hostess- we know how hard your work to accommodate your 
LARGE FAMILY!



The kids enjoyed pool time while waiting for everyone to show up. 

Uvonne definitely won the fish award!



Uvonne & Makarah

Jocelyn jumping in

Uvonne torturing Chris
 The kids weren't the only ones enjoying the water


Who needs swimming when there is a tractor!

Malcolm
 And cookies



When I said "Large Family" I meant it!

Jill, Hannah,Shannon

Ken & Heather

Weston, Ian, Hillary, Mike, Jen, Rachael

Shelby & Emily

Michael & Eric

Shannon, Tina, Jill

Another cutie (Weston) with Rachael & Mike

Emily Drew's precious Audrianna

(The bearded) Collin & Cindy

Does Eric look like he's avoiding Sarah?

So Many Kids to hug!

Jen & Ian
Hannah, Heather, & Makarah

Selfie- Makarah & Me