There they go. I must say, I had tears in my eyes when my big second grader marched himself into school today looking just a bit unsure. I am so proud of my boys. They are going to have a great year. I am getting a bit misty now realizing I will be taking my Holden in to Kindergarten this afternoon. Yesterday didn't really count since we stayed with them the whole time, but today is big. I will be leaving him and picking him up after school with Brandt. Where has the time gone. I remember not too long ago being in Jen's position, and just welcoming Holden into the world, and now I am sending him off into it. Time flies. I love you all.

It was very hot outside, and our air conditioner didn't seem to be keeping up, so we decided to enjoy the cool night air and sleep outside. It was great. The kids slept very soundly, and enjoyed their time looking at the stars. I assumed they would all be up with the sun, but they slept as late as they usually do, 7:00 am. It was such a fun family experience. We will have to remember to do it every year. When we were kids, I don't remember ever sleeping on a soft surface, so the air mattresses are a bit of an upgrade. It made it nicer for us adults at least.

I am going to slowly get some pictures up on our blog. These were all taken at Craig and Nici's house in Cheney when they had their Wood Ranch Bar B Que. I didn't get any pictures of the awesome bouncy toy they had, but the kids had so much fun. Ainsley loved the Jeep and thought she should be the one driving. She and Wyatt road around the yard a couple of times, but then mom came outside and decided that wasn't the safest idea. Ainsley tried to assist Holden with toy repair. I don't believe she was much help. Wyatt put together his own horse riding get up, and I felt he did a wonderful job. It was a great weekend, and we look forward to the annual event.

Camping pictures

Just getting some Lindh family reunion photos posted. I love the one of the kids studying the ants. The ants were so cool. During our camping stay, they migrated from one place to another. We watched them move through the campsite, then move back through carrying their eggs. It was very interesting. I have also included various pictures of people in camp. It will give you a view of everyone that was there, for those of you reading this that weren't there. And for those of you that were there, it will let you see yourself. Hope you are all having a great day and staying cool. It is a cooker outside here. Isn't summer great?

Just a couple pictures from our weekend camping. I am still getting my new computer figured out, so I will add more later. We had a great trip except for the mosquitoes. Those bites will fade, then all we'll have are the great memories. So nice to spend time with my siblings, we missed you Nic.

Brandt's Triathlon

Last Sunday, Brandt competed in a kids triathlon at the YMCA. He was apprehensive going into it, but once he got going, he had a great time. They did a staggered start, so there were no places, but Brandt did exceptional, and was quite the competitor. It was a good experience for him, and he plans to do the one in August as well. Holden wishes he could have taken part, but he is not quite old enough yet. Next summer will be his first chance.

The 4th of July

No pictures this time, because I was not thinking to pull my camera out. Oh well, I will give you a run down of our wonderful day. We decided to have a barbeque and invited some friends over to enjoy it with us. It was a couple who has kids at NWC with us. Brandt is good friends with one of their sons. It was so fun to just sit back and enjoy visiting. The kids had a great time playing in the back yard and playing the wii. They get a little more screen time when we have company and it is really hot out. At the end of the meal, we lit some smoke bombs, some snakes and some sparklers, all of which are illegal in Spokane county, but we can thank our friend the fireman for supplying them. After that, we decided to catch a Spokane Indians game. We had never gone as a family, and we knew they would be having fireworks, so we loaded up and headed to the field. When we were standing in line to get tickets, a nice older gentleman asked if we would like to use his box seat tickets. Of course we said yes, so we had great seats right behind the 3rd baseline dug out. It was in the shade by the time we sat down, so we were cool and comfortable. The kids all sat really well, and enjoyed the game, even though the Indians lost. It was very fun. I would recommend it to anyone. After the game, before the fireworks, some kids were visiting with some of the Vancouver players. When one of the players looked up towards us, we were surprised to see he wanted to give his wristbands to Wyatt. Mike took Wyatt down to thank him, and he also gave him a ball. Wyatt put the wristbands on, and they went half way up his arms. He wore them to bed that night. The fireworks started and they were wonderful. It was very relaxing sitting in the seats and enjoying the fireworks. Wyatt was not a fan, but he just hid his head and was very sweet. Ainsley enjoyed them as long as her ears were covered. When they ended, we drove towards town and hit downtown just as the fireworks were starting there. We pulled over and had a great view. It was beautiful. After they were done, we just drove on home. It was a fun day, and we had a great time. This is what family memories are made of.