Once again, this will be a mish-mosh of photos but ones I don't want to forget or leave off of our family's journal.
Our pool remains open in September and we are taking full advantage. Plus, it's been warmer in the past 2 weeks than it has been all summer. Figures.
Izzy discovered the full snorkel mask and loves that it holds her nose plugged for her. We insist she still use her regular goggles to keep up the nose breathing/bubbles.
Love hate relationship these sisters have.
Bobo & Grandma got the girls a motorized Barbie Jeep for their birthdays (they call it their "Bowbee Cow"). This is driven (at a high speed I might add) to the park, the pool, and around the block on a regular basis. Laney refuses to drive And Izzy is mastering her turning skills and reversing skills. Three point turns are becoming a mastered skill.
A few weeks ago we drove to St. Louis and met Mike's cousin, Josh, halfway for the weekend. Stayed at a fun hotel that offered a great pool and deck for kids and adults alike to enjoy. The next day we ventured to the zoo (it's free...and it's HUGE). Was a hot day but it was pretty special for our kids to hang out and all of us to reconnect.
Cousins
We officially went to Friday night polo 3 times this summer. Not sure who enjoys it more, the kids or the adults. I seriously have a smile on my face the entire time we're there. Picnic. Drinks. Dancing. Games. It's right up our alley.
We also went to the Moto GP race here in town (read: motorcycles at the 500 track that loop all throughout the infield). More sun and more family time.
Our very own Meghan competed in her first CF competition so of course we had to cheer her on. Let's just say after a few hours at the track I was kind of a mess of a spectator. But let me tell you...Meghan crushed it and I had a blast cheering for one of my favorite gals. Was so proud of her. And had a riot of an afternoon.
The #PSMX13 crew continues to wod together. Something about working out with your close friends gets my juices flowing. That comaraderie. That you-go-girl. That recapping post wod with good friends? Yeah, that. I need that. And I love that we make an effort to do these things together.
Speaking of CF, it's the final countdown to the anniversary of my first competition, the Naptown Bracket Buster. Four weeks away. At this point I'm not going to get any stronger. Now it's about technique and maintaining cardio fitness. Think I've put in some solid hours at the gym...so I'm hoping it'll come to fruition come game day.
Push Press: Push it. Push it real good.
And like most summers, we ended August with a road trip to dad's house for a weekend of friends, family and the Crim. Unfortunately I left my big girl camera at my in-laws so I can't post any of his incredible new house. Those will come when I regain possession of my camera. In the meantime, here are a few from my phone...
Dad and Jazzy. That dog goes everywhere with him. Super cute.
Ran the 10 mile solo again. But I didn't mind at all. I LOVE this course. Nostalgic to my youth. But also incredibly difficult. The hills. One after the other. With no downhills. My goal was to walk as little as possible. I made it until mile 7 until I really had to rest/walk. I was so proud...no training and I did better than I did last year. Legs felt heavier but that's probably b/c I'm carrying a lot more weight/muscle than I am used to running with. After finishing I walked the 5k with Anna (and pushed the girls) while Dad and Mike ran the 5k. Love Crim day.
After the race we went to dad's country club for a few hours of swimming. Izzy got to show off her skillz and both girls got to jump off the diving board...Izzy sans floaties and swam beautifully to the side solo.
DELANEY had her 4th birthday last week where we quietly celebrated after gymnastics at home with strawberry cupcakes. Mom arrive in town the day prior so Laney had a special week home with her.
Laney got twin Bitty Babies from Am.erical Girl. Pumped.
Mom got her a monogrammed carrying case (that we'll be using SOON to go to the A.G. store in Chicago!)
And last weekend Mike and I had a kid-free evening in Northern Indiana to celebrate a dear friend's wedding. We traveled with Kristi & Brian and the evening was so special. And fun. Lots of fun.
Cari made a stunning bride, of course
We didn't have any fun. At all. Or did we? It's hazy.
The girls loved having mom here...until next time, Roo!
Izzy had an adult tooth come in a few weeks ago behind her baby tooth. Last week it was very loose. Like hanging by a thread loose. But she wouldn't pull it. Monday rolled around and she was slurping her spaghetti and smiled really big after a slurp and I saw blood. But no tooth. Sister swallowed it. (!!!)
Have no fear...the tooth fairy still made an appearance:
Dog days of summer
Gymnastics girls
Final Friday night polo match (we actually saw a player fall off his horse and get tromped on - was scary!)
We had a great evening, even though DELANEY doesn't show it here :)
Saturday morning we took a family bike ride in our backyard. No more than 10 minutes in and Izzy fell. Then Laney fell. Mike and I ended up walking all the bikes home while both girls cried. We were a sight, I tell ya. Mike headed out for the gym and the girls and I packed up for the pool. The Barbie Jeep is much more efficient.
As previously mentioned, Izzy wear a snorkel mask. She's recently mastered how to us the actual snorkel. She will swim back and forth across the pool and not come up for air. But she'll talk or sing the entire way...through the snorkel. Under water. She is such a character.
Laney has finally built up her courage and is diving for rings all by herself. No floaties. No daddy pushing her under to get deep enough to grab. Just her. And she's proud. Can't blame her...we are, too!
