Winding down the summer. Staycation? Nope, not us!!

Last weekend, we had what has now become a tradition at our place- our second annual luau and pig roast!  Kit's Dad acquired a Cajun roasting oven from New Orleans some years ago and he has perfected the art of roasting whole pork!  Throw in some appetizers, side dishes, and some awesome friends and family... and it's just a great celebration to start winding down the summer.  Last year, many of our friends' children were still in strollers and car seats.  This year, it was fun to see them running around the yard and playing along with Tommy on the swingset or in the sandbox.  There were also several new babies, which is always so much fun to see!  We had such a good time!

Lolo and Lola: The Chef and his assistant!

On Sunday, we spent an afternoon with Kit's parents and her sister's family out in the country, where Kit's parents have some farmland.  Our nieces and nephews really like watching "Ninja Warrior;" and they've been setting up their own obstacle courses during the summer.  Tommy had fun trying out the suspended balance beam, but he really loved running through the cornfield (thank goodness he didn't get lost!) and catching grasshoppers and crickets with Lolo!

Hiking with Lola

Picking Corn

We took the rest of the week off, thinking we would just take a Staycation at home.  However, we decided last minute to spend the week up at Mike's family cottage.  We're so glad we did!  The weather was sunny and warm every day... perfect for swimming, boat rides, and fishing!   Mike's Mom came up with us and had fun hiking and paddle-boating with Tommy.

Yay we made it!

Mike and Tommy fishing

Going for a boat ride

Paddle boating with Grandma

The view from the dock

Relaxing on the dock

Canoeing

This week reminded us of how grateful we are for our family and friends.  They've been so supportive of us through everything.... and they're just really fun to be around too!  We know we will be surrounded by so much love when another child comes into our lives.