Fun at the lake!! We went to Gpa Steve and Gma Connie's for memorial weekend with the family. We were thankful it was really nice out sunday so we could spend time outside...I know my kids were much better when we could be outside. Austin had a crabby, sleepless weekend but I did capture a moment with a few smiles. He seems to love being outside! Katelynn had a great time with her cousins. She tried fishing for the 1st time, splashed around in the water, played in the sand, and got to drive the pontoon with Gma Connie. She asked if we could have a campfire tonight at home...not so much a campfire, but marshmallows I think!!

Cotton Candy for everyone!!

Katelynn has been waiting all winter for cotton candy at the Redhawks game (and sitting in Uncle Bryant's lap and eating his cheese from his tacos!) Friday was opening night for the RH, so the whole gang was there. Tyden and Austin got their 1st try and liked it of course!! Katelynn was in her glory back at the ballpark. It was a full house and a beautiful night!

We did it!!

Way to go Team 411!! Our relay ran the marathon in about 5 hrs. 6 min. We were all very proud to accomplish this together. We each reached our own individual goals in each leg of the race!! YAY! I never thought I would do something like this. It was a great feeling! I made it 3.5 before stopping for water and my goal was 3 miles. I walked into the wind at the end for a few blocks, I saw Craig with the kids at the end so that gave me motivation to finish it off...I couldn't feel my legs!! The picture of me running is at the end of my leg. The others are the two relay exchanges ( I ran 2nd). Then the 4 relay girls at Ali's house to celebrate last night...we had a blast! I have to say we were all looking forward to the party more than running.

Anyway, what a great community event. I couldn't believe how much fun it was to run. There were people lining the course the whole time cheering and handing stuff out. I had a redhawks shirt on so everyone would yell "go redhawks!". It was a beautiful morning as well..I got to run before the wind got really tough.

Way to go Team 411!!!!

Jen the Juror

I had a new experience this last week being picked to be on a Jury for a sexual assault trial. I was actually really mad when I got my summons letter, but it turned out to be a really neat experience. After 3 1/2 days of listening to tapes and witnesses the case was dismissed by the judge due to lack of evidence against the defendant. I guess this is a very rare occurance. We, the jury understood but still were dissapointed we couldn't "deliberate" the case (we weren't allowed to talk at all during the week). It sounded like after we were allowed to talk, we would have all had the same verdict anyway. All in all it was very interesting and I learned a lot.

Now on to my next experience...running in the Fargo Marathon next weekend with my college roommates.

Redhawks begin again!! It's just exhibition, but we can't miss out! As you can see Austin has already made more progress with Hawkeye than his sister. However, Austin is not quite as good at a 9 inning game than his sister is...but we made it. Tyden, my nephew was really good. We totally took up the whole row. I don't know what we will do when there is a full crowd around us.

Katelynn was sad she couldn't run the bases (only on Sundays), but seemed to forget about that after she got to try on Papa's new helmet! (the coaches have to wear helmets now coaching the bases!!)

Bible School Buddies

Katelynn and Eli seemed to have a fun week of Bible school. They came home with crafts and stories everyday. Katelynn loved to tell me what kind of snack they had. Yesterday the Peterson's brought shakes after Bible School!! Tonight was their program..it was quite entertaining. You can see Katelynn and Eli in the front. Eli was trying to hide from the audience...he did get a few actions in at the end. Katelynn stood as you see her the whole time!! Not one movement unless she was coming over to me. The first trip she asked if she was still going to get ice cream from Gma after. The second trip was to tell me she didn't want to sing anymore! :) Maybe "minims" choir next year is not a good option??!!

Baseball Again!

Katelynn & Austin were giving Papa a pep talk before the game. Austin enjoyed eating rocks and dirt, Katelynn and Rae Rae hung out in the bleachers. Cobbers lost 2 to St.Thomas

Nail Party

Katelynn and I had a nail party this morning while Austin took a nap. Katelynn likes to do her own nails...(notice we are using clear nail polish!)

We our on our "summer schedule" now. Austin is done at Cobber Kids and Katelynn will be going part time now. Craig and Heidi will tag team with Austin. Since I have Mondays off I get to spend Mondays with them at home. I sure enjoyed my first one today..nail party in the morning, baseball games in the afternoon!

Katelynn sure loves having her cousins so close!! Here they were playing dress up, having a BBQ, and today Eli and Noah stopped out at the Cobber baseball game for a few innings. (they were cheering for the Hawkeyes, so we will have to teach them some new cheers!) The weather has finally been a little nicer so we can be outside!!