Tractor Time

Micah and Papa drove their tractors till they were out of gas. LITERALLY! Micah is getting so good at shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, and backing up when he gets stuck (which usually happens because he is turned around watching Papa or to make sure his "after market" wagon is still upright). His new trick was driving under the trampoline, but Mommy didn't like that idea, so he only did it when he thought I wasn't looking... When his tractor finally had given its all, Micah just sat on it and cried. Every once in awhile he would get off and look under the tractor, and then get back on to give it another try. Poor guy! Madi loves riding with papa as much, if not more, than Micah ever did!! She gets on and starts kicking her little legs and waving... as though she thinks she's on parade!

Here's what we've been up to, Daddy!

So, I've made a goal to post lots and lots while Mike is away (like everyday, we'll see how good I do). This is what we've been up to since my last post. Micah and Madi would live in the water! Madi seriously has jumped in twice! Talk about giving mommy a heart attack!! Micah is even jumping in (and going under water) and loving it! The last few pictures are of Micah giving "Snake" a bath. Snake is one of his favorite toys, and after being dragged around EVERYWHERE and getting laid in Dr. Pepper today, Mommy decided it was time "Snake" take a bath.

Parental Supervision Stongly Suggested...

...For two reasons. First, although I picked the most "modest" of these pics, some my still offend. Second, this is what happens with lack of parental supervision! Thanks Papa D!!

See You Soon Daddy!

Michael left for Afghanistan yesterday. I got a few text messages from him this morning, and he is safely in Qatar! He flew into Ireland late last night... so that's one more country on his list (even if all he saw was the airport!). Hopefully this will just be a short trip, but we will miss him like crazy until he gets home! We love you, Daddy!!

Madi's First Tractor Ride

Papa D was in heaven, giving Madi a ride and racing Micah... Micah won!!

Lake Trip

We are just getting home from a fun filled day at the lake! Madi LOVED it, even if she was covered by "polka dots" by the end of the day! Micah was just chill all day, but by the fuss he made when we had to leave, I assume he had a great time too! We have such a great ward here in Arkansas! I am so excited to get to know other couples, and Mike is excited to take advantage of the toys they have that I "won't let him have"! Thanks so much to the Brown's and the Neville's for inviting us! Hopefully we passed the "friendship interview" and will be invited on more outings!!

Menan 4th of July Parade

I say this every year... after every trip, but I am terrible at taking pictures and to anyone who would like to send me pictures they have taken of us during our family vacation, I would GREATLY appreciate it!! Here are the only pictures I took, and all of them are taken during the Menan 4th of July parade! We had such a great time! I wish the 4th of July would never end...