We weren't done yet...

After the science center we headed to lunch and then the fish hatchery!

First, Chick-fil-A!

Free ice cream if you return your toy/book... which is perfect!

Then feeding the fish (and ducks)

Daddy shared that this is where they breed the trout that go into all the local streams, creeks, and small rivers at the start of fishing season!  Pretty cool!  I can't even imagine how many trout were there, 1000's maybe!!

 

More swimming

Today I forgot to take pictures.  I am slacking...

We went to the Aunt Anne's house to go swimming with Angela and Hannah.  We got there right before 11am and stayed until 3pm.  Besides a quick lunch break the kiddos swam the entire time!  Wow!  Bethanne and I got in in the beginning, but after lunch we just watched. 

The kiddos had a great time.  Angela acted a bit quiet and sad, but I think she was just upset because she was scared to jump off the diving board.  But Julie and RJ didn't go in the deep end either, so I am not sure.

We had a great day, besides the sunburn I got because I think I forgot to sun lotion my legs... oops!

Q-town pool and then some

Today we did some chores around the house then packed a picnic lunch and headed to the Quakertown pool.  Rules were set for RJ and Julie.  Morgan took the swimming test again and passed!  Wahoo!  Two years in a row... you go Morgan!  She had to swim a full pool length then tread water for 30 seconds before touching the side.  You did it Morgan!

We spent about 3 hours there before heading home for rest time.  3 hours of playing is enough to exhaust even me just watching!

After rest time (when I exercised!) the girls and RJ played dress-up. 

We finished the night with Popsicles!  Yum!

Library - SCORE!

I decided to take the kiddos to the library again so that Julie could pick out some books to read while she was with us.  The kiddos and I got books about a week ago, but we can never have too many books!

It worked out perfectly!  We got there and picked some books out and then it was story time!  SCORE!  The theme was dinosaurs!  The librarian was great, alternating little songs and at least 3 different books!  After she read the books crafts were set up for the kiddos to complete.  They all seemed to enjoy it and they had a great time...and we spent a couple hours there!

Above:

Made dinosaur charms out of play doh.  

Once they dry we will put them on a necklace.

Below:

Walking in a dinosaur's feet!

We came home and ate lunch, played outside for a bit, and then took rest time.  Woke up, ate supper and headed to Morgan's soccer game.  She scored a goal!  Way to go Morgan, Wahoo!

Phillies game with Julie

Today we dropped Morgan and RJ off with my parents for the annual family reunion.  We took Julie with us to the ballgame.  That little girl knows what she wants!  She sat down to get her face painted and stated, "I would like a purple P with purple sparkles, 2 red stars, 2 blue stars, and 2 black stars."  The nice lady obliged and here was the final product!

 Here we are with a timed picture... enjoying the view and the seats.  Julie did great, although she probably was pretty bored.  Bob took her to play a few games in the middle of the game, but of course I stayed as I can't really take my eyes off the game!

 Posing with the Philly Phantatic!

Fun Saturday!

Today was a busy (but fun) day!  We started the day with RJ's soccer, then we headed to our first get together.  We enjoyed some pizza and then went swimming.  It was perfect to cool off on a hot day!  I forgot to take pictures... even though I had my camera with me.  (Oops)

After our first get together we headed home to let Oreo potty then headed to our second get together.  We played outside on the swing set and with the kiddos there.  Hamburgers, hot dogs, fruit, and salads for supper.  Yum!

We had a busy but wonderfully fun and tiring day!

RJ in the spotlight!

Saying RJ was in his 'glory' while he got his medal was an understatement!  He was glowing ear to ear as his coach gave him his soccer coach.  So sweet!  NOW... if he would just play that hard! (Tehehehe)

Julia has arrived!

Julia was the third kiddo off the bus!  When she got off, she was a little hesitant as Morgan and RJ tried to say hi.  I think she was a bit nervous or shy because there were a lot of people standing around.  We got a quick shot of Morgan, RJ, and Julia and then off we headed to the grocery store!

 At the grocery store Julia wanted to buy toys.  We told her not today, as she said she had two dollars and wanted to spend it.  She saved it, I won!  :)

After grocery shopping we grabbed pizza and headed home.  After supper Julia unpacked her bag and then the girls played dress up.  This was the first round.... as there were several other outfits tried on (but I wasn't going to take a picture of each one!)

After dress up, the kiddos went outside and played in the yard and swing set for a couple hours, topped off my catching lightening bugs.  They took a shower... silly girls took a shower together... then some Oreo ice cream for dessert (both Morgan and Julia's favorite) and off to bed.

There was a lot of energy from everyone (and I am tired!).  Julia did not want to turn off her light... so I told her she must turn the light off by 10 and I would check on her.  At 10 I checked on her and she was cuddled in a ball holding one of Morgan's stuffed animals that she 'adopted' for the time she is here sound asleep!  I turned off the light and closed the door with out her moving an inch.  I think the first night was a success!

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4th of July Celebration!

Happy 4th of July!

Today we worked on cleaning up the house... I have done (NO LIE) probably 20 loads of wash... hence clothes remain everywhere in piles!  We want to tidy up a little bit because I feel like we are living in shambles right now! 

After the kiddos took a nap, (Morgan 3.5 hours!! when I had to wake her!!) we headed to Auntie Nikki and Uncle Bobby's house.  NOW... you need to understand I DID bring swimsuits for my kiddos but they never asked!  They followed Felicity's lead and got into her bathing suits to play with water balloons.  If this picture doesn't make you laugh...  My goodness, I love my boy!  (Blackmail in the future?  Tehehehe)

We stayed at the Rounay's house for about two hours before heading back home where our neighbors asked us for an ice cream party!  We all enjoyed a nice cold treat and playing for another couple hours!  After ice cream and playing in the house, it was time for the sprinkler play.  The kiddos got soaked, but hey, all in good fun!  They were having a BLAST!

 We ran home and changed into (DRY) PJs and headed out the the fireworks.  They were pretty, but unfortunately their was a little malfunction and the finale didn't happen... until... we waited like 15 minutes and then it went off.  Nice to know the inside scoop from Mr. Cop :)

 The 4th of July served us well!  Hope to have many more fond memories!  ...and maybe one of these years Daddy will have off!

We are waiting!

We will have this sign for you Julia!

Happy 76th!

Granddad, hope you had a great 76th birthday!  We enjoyed spending time with you at your Chinese Buffet lunch! 

 RJ and his popsicle photo bomb!

Hope you have a magical year and made a good wish!

RJ, Really?

What appears wrong in this photo? 

Yup, this Momma didn't realize it until we were out doing errands... oh well... just gotta laugh!