Tony Grove

Ever since I went up to Tony Grove for just a few minutes back when I was in college, I have wanted to go camping there. We finally did it this year! We had so much fun with a few other families in our neighborhood. We brought some kayaks, canoes, and a little motorized boat to take out on the lake. The kids really enjoyed playing in the water. They even found a snake! It was so beautiful there with all the pine trees, the lake, and great friends! Michael and Kaitlyn got SO dirty and I didn't even care because we were camping! We went for a walk around all the camp sites and Kaitlyn wanted to pick every flower.

Michael was totally worn out from all that fun at the lake. Steve went to carry him on his shoulders and he refused to sit up! So this is how Steve (with a broken foot) had to hike back to our camp site!

Coming March 2010

Steve's dad has a space in his backyard for cement blocks that have each of his decendants names. Everyone can decorate their square as they choose with hand/foot prints, sayings, or whatever. He has been asking Steve to do one for Michael and Kaitlyn for a couple years now so we decided to get it done! We also suprised them and brought an extra square along to announce that we'll be having a baby in March! This will be grandchild #30 for them. March 23rd is the due date!

We went out to dinner with my parents to tell them the news. We ate at the Happy Sumo at the gateway. I LOVE that place!! I think my dad already knew (I mean come on--it's not like I ever ask my parents if they want to go out for sushi), but my mom was pretty suprised! My dad said he'll take us out for sushi on any grandchildren announcements--I'll hold you to it, dad! Thanks!!