Uncle John, Aunt Jessie, Jackson & Molly Visit Boston!

We had GREAT time when John, Jessie and the kids came to Boston last week!  Sam loved playing with his cousins...it makes us wish we could all live closer!

After visting the seals outside of the Aquarium we walked to the water to check out the boats and take in some salty air :)

My family :)  I only wish my Gus was in this picture too!

A 2 year old's dream...a huge, moving boat...Sam was excited to see the flag too!

Waiting to take the T with Jackson and Molly...

 
                  Tubby time is the best way to end a fun day!

Summer trip to MI

We had a great time in MI visiting family a few weeks ago!

At the beginning of our trip we took Sam to a super fun water park down the street from Grandma Jane's house...he loved it!

Splashing with Grandma Jane :)

We drove up north to Grandpa Bruce's cottage for a night - we rode on the boat, did some fishing, ate some great food, and enjoyed visiting with everyone.

Driving the boat...big boy!

Mommy enjoying the quiet time :)

The boys...

Fishing for the 1st time with Daddy.

Showing mommy the yucky worms!  Of course Sam LOVED them.

Checking out Grandpa Bruce's catch...a bass!

Sam reeling in his very 1st fish!!

It was a small fishy and unfortunately it's a blur in this picture - but as you can see, a very proud moment for Sam :)

A great picture of Kyle & Sam after his big catch :)

We spent out last day watching the World Cup at Uncle Derek and Aunt Sara's house...the cousins needed some fresh air mid game!

Molly, Jackson, Connor, & Sam.

4th of July

Our family had a busy, fun filled 4th of July!  We started the day with a Swan Boat ride around the Boston Garden...

Seeing the ducklings was Sam's highlight!  He had a ball feeding the ducks with Craig and I...these ducks are not shy!!

It was a hot day so we chose to re-hydrate with a cold watermelon ice, mmm! 

We headed over to Boston Common so Sam could ride the carousel - he chose the frog again!

What a view!!  Sam and Craig took a quick dip to cool off...

Sam and Daddy watching the boats drive by on the Charles...we were hoping to see the fireworks but they didn't start until 10:30pm - too late for a toddler!  Soooo we watched them on tv instead :)  They were amazing on tv so I can imagine how neat it is to see the fireworks live!  Maybe next year...

Summer Happenings

It's been a great summer so far!  We've headed to Nantasket Beach in Hull, MA and have spent many weekends in Plymouth, MA with my family.  Here are a few snapshots :)

The Boys!

For last few weekends we have been lucky enough to spend time with family!  My brother Chris was in town for a few days so it was great for Sam to see his Uncle Chris :)

Since David is on summer break Sam gets to spends lots of time with his Uncle David!

Quick cat nap on the way to the beach...

YAY!  Grandpa (or "Grandba" as Sam calls him) was also in town this week...Sam loves playing with his Grandba!!

Playing with Uncle David...

Here I come!

Cheeeeeeeeeese :)

Tubby Fun!

Spring time in Boston...

Last weekend was gorgeous! We were outside all day on Saturday exploring Boston...our 1st stop was the playground.

Sam loved the clubhouse!

Next stop was Boston Common and the carousel - Sam went on twice, once with mommy and then with daddy!

Weeeeeeeeee!

A great view of the city...right behind us!

Sam got a balloon from some new friends he made :)

We ended our day in the Boston Garden with an ice cream cone...one that Sam would not share with his parents...stinker!