Evelyn Update

Evelyn had a busy July: swimming at birthday parties, turning 8, and heading on her first plane to go to California.  She's generally the type of kid who like to stay busy, whether it be sewing, sitting with her hens, or irritating her sister.  The girl has plans.

What kid doesn't like swimming?  We set up our little backyard pool and have been to the YMCA to swim a few times, but my fellow yoga instructor Amy rented out a city pool for her daughter's birthday party and it was a hit!  The party actually took place on Evelyn's birthday, so it was kind of like the party was for her, too.

Brody jumping off of the high diving board.

Happy Birthday, Evelyn!

Silly girls!

Mama Bear enjoying the beautiful evening

Brody and Dade both jumped off of this platform...the two higher platforms were closed.

I love this photo!! 

My baby boy towers over me!!

Before the swimming party, we went out to eat at Evelyn's designated birthday destination: Red Robin.  Why does she always choose Red Robin? Free birthday sundae.  This year they added something new to the menu that excited one and all: bottomless root beer floats!!  Evelyn was so full of float that the free sundae was not even necessary.  Dade ate it anyway.  (Side note: he spilled chocolate on his shirt.  Being a teenager now, he was so embarrassed that we had to run over to Old Navy and get him a new shirt to wear.  He's growing up.)

Happy 8th Birthday!!

Watch out for these ladies.  They look sweet, but looks can be deceiving.

Birthday Girl and Daddy.

Handsome boys

Crazy boys

Bottomless root beer float #1

She got what she wanted: a game for her DS and some expensive mints Mommy never buys.

Evie took this photo.  You might see the shadow of her thumb in the lower right.

Birthday sundae that she couldn't eat

Birthday balloons she loved!

Dade ate the birthday sundae and two huge root beer floats and all his food and probably all my fries.

Soren and Daddy...not sure what the face is about

We dropped Evelyn off at the airport with her grandpa and cousin for a trip to the San Diego area to visit Colby's sister.  They have quite the adventure planned!  Evelyn and her cousin are often mistaken for twins...they are only about 6 weeks apart in age.  My only hope is that Evelyn doesn't go over the top with her bossiness. I'm not sure her cousin can handle it.

Getting ready to fly!

Such cute little kiddos!

Bon Voyage!

So, that's the Evelyn update.  Right now she is having a blast in California (insert Arnold Schwarzenegger accent here).  See you soon, little lady!