July 2019

The clouds before the fireworks looked a bit concerning, but nah.   Just some rain, not even any wind or thunder. Love, Val

 She spent hours looking for fish every day.  Here rainwater had filled the sides of the jet ski and they couldn’t resist.  At one point they were dunking their heads in it, saying how cold it was. Onward to the fireworks. Love, Val

Love, Grandma

 Started out in the morning with a game of Clue, which is always fun with little kids.  They’re so into it, and the process is a little complicated, but they get better at it so fast.  It was a beautiful day, perfect for swimming.  Kari agreed to be in the boat as spotter and to

Fourth of  July weekend, 2019, brought to you by our sponsors, Patience, Kindness, and Sense of Humor. It was a spectacular weekend, and too many photos to sift through this late at night. But to all of you, my favorite people in the whole world? Thank you for the kindness you extend to each other

 Playing ball  A walk to the field  The storm wrecked this.  Oh, joy. There was a fiercely fought game of spoons: Onward. Love, Grandma

 This was eventually a successful run, lots of set up, so much patience, but voila.  Elin has discovered Sam’s favorite pastime of watching fish in the water, trying to catch them.  I’m so glad. It occupies her for long stretches of time, happily concentrating and enjoying the lake in her own way.  Dan: Anyway, June

 They caught so many tiny frogs and were so careful with them.  Eventually they let them all go again at the edge of the swamp. There was hackeysack with a soccer ball, and what a great day this rainy morning turned into. You all are some of my very favorite people. We love you, Grandma