1st Dentist Appointment

This month Brett took Shay to her first dentist appointment with Dr. West.   Just as we expected she was tentative at first, but then warmed up and did a great job while they checked out her gums and teeth.  Shay was pumped at the end because she got a Cinderella toothbrush along with new toothpaste and sunglasses!  I don't know how Dr. West is going to top that next time.  After her appointment was done our family went out to Panera for breakfast so Shay could fill in Alyssa and Mom how everything went!

Talking teeth with Tracy

Pretty relaxed for flossing!

Organized Sports.. Not in the Cards (Yet)

Shay and Patrick were able to participate in the local YMCA's sports sampler nights aimed at 3 to 4 years part of July and August.  Each Tuesday night they were introduced to a new sport- either soccer, basketball, football or baseball.  To say the least, neither toddler was very interested, the instructions given by the coaches were very hard for little ones to follow, most of the kiddos spent their time picking grass, running or trying to leave and I ended up playing in most of the "games".  Not quite how we intended it to go, but I am glad we experienced it.  My favorite quote from Shay- "Mom, I don't like this. I am sweaty and want to go sit in the shade".  An athlete in the making.  Next time back go to gymnastics (which both Patrick and Shay loved) or swimming lessons.

This speaks to the typical atmosphere-

a little confused and not too interested

Weekend with the Burns

Every year since 2004 we have spent a weekend with the Burns at the lake.  A lot has changed since then.. marriage, a few kiddos, a bit busier schedule... but we seem to be able enjoy ourselves no matter what the stage.

The Originals- Shawn, Elicia, Rachel and Brett

The Additions- Breck, Alyssa, Cullen and Shay

Culley- 16 months, Alyssa 15 months

 Breck and Shay- Both 3 years (about 10 hours apart)

 Alyssa "walking"

 Getting used to getting her face wet

 Having fun with Papa Bill

The whole gang!

Amie and Peter's Cabin

We were able to spend 3 days with Amie, Peter and Eli along with Angie, Evan, Owen and Anders.  Although there wasn't much down time- we sure had fun!  We spent a lot of time on the beach, but were able to fit in grilling out, playing cards, going to the local recreation center for a swim when it was rainy and sleeping!

Our Temporary and New Homes

We have now been staying out at the lake for 3 months, while our house in town is being built.  (Thank you Papa Bill and Grandma Ginger for being such great hosts and roommates!)  Shay and Alyssa have really enjoyed the time with Grandma and Grandpa, the boat rides, the beach and once in a while a little tubing.  Below are a few pictures from the last couple of months..

 Shay sleeping at the entrance to Grandma and Grandpa's Room

My favorite summer picture so far

Progress of our new house- Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing

are going in this week

Apparently Meal Times are a Snore...

We figure you have to be tired, okay really tired to fall asleep in the middle of eating.  Saying that, Shay used fall asleep and I guess still sometimes does while eating.  Up until this weekend, Alyssa has not been able to experience.  Well, she can now join Shay- she fell asleep mid-meal on Sunday after a morning of boatrides and swimming.

Alyssa thinking peas are boring

Shay not impressed with rice and brocolli (2009)