Summer

Ryan finally walked for his Ph.D. I'm so proud of him and so grateful for family who support us in every way. There is no way I could have made it to the graduation ceremonies without wonderful parents who helped us get out the door with my babies. :) 

 Fathers day picture. This is my world. Right here. I am so blessed.

 Documenting the hair twirl for posterity. Ever since he was teeny tiny Sam has been doing this with his hair. He does it when he drinks a sippy/bottle. He does it when he's sleeping. He does it when he feels shy or uncomfortable. This is his comfortable place. Right now I hate cleaning food out of those curls, but I know I will miss it someday. 

 My pretty girl. Isn't that belly button cute!

 This is how we get work done in the yard these days. I pack up the pack n play, put on Sam's shoes, and weed or garden, all the while praying that the babies will enjoy being outside long enough to make the process worth the effort. :) 

 Sammy adores these two. 

 Little toes. :)

 More little toes. I love it!

 After three races in three different states, 27+ miles, and who knows how many obstacles, Ryan finished his Spartan Race Trifecta. Super proud of this man!

 Watching the 4th of July parade (Sam was looking at the planes).

 All packed up for the 4th of July.

 He really did have a good time. Despite the stoic face. 

 He was eating/dropping candy as fast as he was collecting it.

 Just before the fireworks. Naomi was out like a light, but these boys both stayed up for the show. 

 This is a common sight these days. Babies rolling, sitting in bumbos, and chewing on feet.