July 4th weekend

We spent the 4th in Grand Rapids, MN this year. Eli, Jim, and Michelle joined us for the first few days. We boated (thanks Jim and Michelle), beached, and played outside. Apparently, we had so much fun we forgot to take a lot of pictures.

Will's favorite new toy is a beach ball. Jack helped Moose mow the grass.

Jack and Will were sports about wearing their life jackets.

Family pictures are hard to take these days. On Monday, Gary and Ann took us out on the pontoon for the day.

Another attempt of a family photo. Brandon and Jess Jahn had some friends over on Saturday. The boys played some frisbee with the dogs while Moose and I caught up with some friends.

Kansas City, MO

This past weekend we traveled to Kansas City, Missouri for Wiese and Amy's wedding. On Saturday we took Jack and Will to the Wonderscope Children's Museum in Shawnee, KS. They turned an old school into a museum using the different rooms for exhibits. The boys loved it. I wish they had something like it in Muscatine. It was hands on and independent for the boys.

Will requested pizza after the museum so we found a Pizza Hut. They think they are big boys and can sip from a straw. Only minimal water damage was done. Bryan and Amy Wiese. The ceremony and reception were at the Berg Event Space in Kansas City, MO. It was a great night of friends, drinks, and dancing. We are looking forward to Bryan and Amy moving back to Chicago.

Moose and I at the end of the night.
The Sig Eps singing to Amy.

Between the rain

On Sunday we went to a park to play before going for pizza and ice cream. Jack concentrating on his climbing skills. Will was being brave as Moose guided him over the monkey bars.

Tonight we played in the sprinkler until the thunder clouds rolled in and the sirens went off.

Jack taking one of many drinks from the sprinkler.

Will taking a break from playing baseball to get a drink.

Brad and Pesey's Wedding

Congratulations to Brad and Pesey! They were married yesterday in their backyard here in Muscatine. This picture was taken at the rehearsal dinner.

This is evidence why two year-olds and weddings do not go well together.Will and Jack enjoyed cups of ice during the ceremony. It was a failed attempt to keep them content.Family photo before the ceremony.

Jack and Will LOVE the Very Hungry Catepillar. It is a must before bed. We spent a Sunday pantsless working on potty training. It wasn't very successful. However, they did make use of the empty laundry basket. Who needs real toys?!
Here I am at 20 weeks. Next week is our first "big" ultrasound. And, no, we will not be finding out what we are having. We'll be setting up a betting system like we did last time. Unprompted, Jack and Will say they want sisters.

We Get To Ride In The New Car

Last weekend we filled our requirement for a car that would hold 4 car seats. We went with the 8-passenger Toyota Sienna. The boys are very excited about it.

Here's Will driving the new van.

Jack was left out so we let him drive the Trailblazer. Of course he pushed every button.

Will's camera face.

Jack was kind enough to give Will a "dinosaur ride"