first day of school 25/26

the first day of school also is the last day of grandma and grandpa's 3 week visit.  it is always bittersweet.  

bowie 4th grade and ryder 2nd grade

craft party

the library put on the BEST craft party today.  i didn't know what to expect, but it was all sorts of open ended materials for crafting and creating and the kids walked away with many interesting projects!  they had a blast!

nursery

checked out a new (new to me) nursery with the fam, and it did not disappoint.  excited to revisit in spring!

extended family

my brother in law has family that lives a few towns away and when they have their summer get together they always include us.  we always have the best time catching up!

no cook friday

pizza with a view!

whistler

2 nights away in whistler (just the two of us) was just what i needed, zip lining was the highlight!

sanctuary

love visiting our farm friends

troll

introducing G&G to jakob two trees

gladiolas

gladiolas from my garden, these blooms came from bulbs given to me by a dear friend (ms. robin - the kids beloved recess teacher at school) for mothers day.  

harvest

of all the veggies i planted this year, my cucumbers were the most successful!

orcas 2025

another amazing orcas trips in the books.  we spent 6 awesome days swimming, boating, salmon fishing, crabbing, exploring and making memories!

camping 2025

2nd annual neighbors camping trip to kanaskat palmer state park.  this year we are staying an extra night and we have our menu pretty dialed in.  we love playing in the river, riding bikes, hiking and playing games.