Daddy's In Charge

Bryan was in charge of the boys this morning while I took a shower and shaved my legs. I rarely get to do this event on my own, so I was looking forward to my few moments of peace. Bryan decided to give the boys a bath. Carter was the first one out, so Bryan dressed him and then went to go and get clothes for Cameron. While he was getting Cameron's clothes the little guy jumped back into the tub. I guess he felt he was still dirty! Poor Bryan!

Pierce Lakehouse

We spent a few days at the Pierce's Lakehouse on Summit Lake this week. We had a lot of fun playing in the water and hiking. Here are a few pictures of our mini vacation.

Intense Ride!

Bryan is in a Sumo Suit! I think it is a suicide suit, but of course bryan loves to be dragged behind the boat.

This old lady still has what it takes.

My handsome boys.

Staying Cool

How do we stay cool on a hot day?

Popcicles.

Shade.

Friends at the Forest Park water playground.

Watermelon.

Pool.

Cold Pool.

Slip n Slide.

Any other suggestions?

We went camping to Lincoln Rock State Park over Father's Day weekend. It is a yearly trip we take with a few of our friends. We had a lot of fun playing at the campground and playing in the water. On Father's Day Bryan and I took the boys for a 12 mile bike ride on the River trail in Wenatchee. It was a lot of fun! I have decided that I need to focus on taking pictures that include the entire family. Most of my pictures from this trip were of Carter, but who couldn't resist this cute little baby boy! He is 16 months today! My baby!!

Carter wanted to ride scooters and bikes with the other kids. He would try so hard to put a helmet on and then find something to ride.

Happy Father's Day Bryan!

The boys loved the bubble machine!

Carter is trying to figure out how to skip rocks like dad. He tried many times.

I like the bubbles in this picture.

We hope everyone had a great Father's Day!

Boy's Weekend

Cameron had his first real boys weekend with the Johnson boys. He went to Colville for three days with his dad, Uncle Jason, Uncle Steve, Grandpa Johnson, Cousin Conner and Cousin Hayes. The goal was to hook up with Bryan's grandpa who lives in Colville. They camped on his property in the motorhome and tents. The 4 year olds, Cameron and Hayes, learned how to take part in a peeing contest. I guess it is a Johnson Family tradition. Thank god they never had a girl!

Nobody in the family ever plays with guns unless they go and visit the farm in Colville. I guess it is a great place to shoot.

Here is a 4 generation photo of all the Johnson Boys. Hopefully Carter and Cousin Noah can join the boys next year.

I guess Cameron still has the cheeks he had when he was 6 months old. He is really funny about noises, so wearing these helped him around guns. He even shot the bb gun, but didn't like grandpa's shotgun.

Here is Great Grandpa Harley withhis great grandsons.

What did I do while the boys were gone for 3 days? I enjoyed my time playing with Carter. I love the age of 15 months. He was a lot of fun and we did a lot of long walks. Carter really missed his brother, and was so happy when he returned home.

Carter now has the flu and we are praying no one else in the family gets it. We thought it was over and then 24 hours later it came back. I am on my third outfit of the day, and Carter is in his 6th! Poor baby.

Happy Birthday Cameron

Happy 4th Birthday Cameron!

Cameron enjoyed a party with a few buddies at Jungle Playland and a small BBQ with his grandparents. It turned out to be perfect for Cameron.

Graduation

Since January Bryan has had class every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Each class session had a start time, but I never knew when he would be home. He would often come home to everyone sound asleep. He spent his other nights home trying to study as he played with the boys and tried to reassure his wife. I might sound like I am whining, but I am just realizing that I made it through this grueling schedule and I didn't go crazy (you might think differently). Bryan graduated tonight! He was chosen to be a guest speaker because he is one of the class leaders (old guy).

Now what? He starts EMT school June 22nd and it will end in September. He will have class every Monday and Friday. The schedule is a little better, but he will be required to do a lot more studying. When he finishes EMT school he will be able to work and get paid by North County, however, he will be considered a Part Time employee and will not be making very much money. We hope that he will eventually become a full time Fire Fighter for Paine Field (or North County). That would be an ideal situation for us! If he gets hired by Paine Field they will be sending him to North Bend Fire Academy for 10 weeks! I might go crazy if that happens.