Thankfull

Busy children need a bath, and Emily (left) and Mary helped. BIG tub, took about an hour to fill and had a tide.

A taste of the view. More to follow when the film is developed and scanned. We were so happy and surprised at how nice the cabin was and the wonderful view and weather. We were blessed.

Lauren was thankful for all the big girls to be with. Her sister Mary, cousin Emily, Cousin Mallory, Cousin Kandace. Lots of big girls to watch and play with.

Peter was thankful for the cabin. He ran back to the porch, checked out the view, and exclaimed "Daddy, we can see the world!"

Thomas had a party

The party was for his second birthday. A little early to be hitting the bottle, but ya gotta start sometime.
This pic was entered to be the first, but Beta thought otherwise. I hate editors who think they know better than you.
Ellie was a bit nervous when we arrived.
Now how is that for an outfit? Shades of Sandra Dey.

More Party Fun

Lauren demonstrates her icing licking technique.
Thomas bites bubbles, much to Mary's amusement.
A peak from the birthday boy.

Lauren demonstrates amazing optimism about her ability to jump rope.

Rolling Down the Hills

The party ended for me with the chldren rolling down the hill behind our friend's house. Peter did a great job!
That is Phoebe with her ubiqutous (at least for that day) sunglasses.

Mary rolled down like a champ as well.

Mud Fun

My wife Becky asked if I would keep the triplets quiet so she could take a nap. I said sure, and wondered how I would keep them quiet. Since it had just rained, we went to play in the mud. Peter was a bit cautious, and wanted to search for life in the ooze.

Lauren wanted to see how it felt on her. She used to do this with her mashed potatoes.

Mary showed them how a big girl makes a big splash.

And Thomas got really dirty!