The boys and I spent last week in Stillwater with family while John went to Young Life camp in Michigan for the week with campers. Chippewa Valley Young Life took over 30 kids to Timberwolf Lake (where John, Logan, and I spent the month of July last summer) for the best week of their life! They had a great time!
The boys and I had a great time, too! I didn't feel like I could do a week on my own with the two boys, so we appreciated all the help! We were busy! Our outings included Como Zoo, Underwater World, Central Park, downtown Stillwater...the list goes on! It was so helpful to have so many willing arms to hug the boys all week! Since I have lots of great photos to share, this post will be a little long and disorganized...enjoy!
Snuggling with my boys is my favorite thing.
Swinging is one of Logan's all time favorite things to do!
Playing ball is Logan's #1 favorite. Any time he can swing something to hit a ball, he is happy! Baseball, golf, and hockey are all pretty common past times.
Logan even got a little help from the pro! Andrew was over one day to help Logan with his swing. Andrew is playing for the St. Paul Saints this year!
Bennett became "Papa's boy". My mom is pretty busy when Logan is around because he wants her to do everything with him, so that opens up Papa for some time with Bennett. My dad took lots of days off work, so we were lucky to spend tons of time together. I think Nana enjoyed her special time holding Bennett when she could get it! Logan sure keeps her busy..."Nana, Nana, Nana, Nana!". My parents both were impressed by what a good baby Bennett is all the time!
Logan's first bonfire!
Cooking up s'mores! Logan sure liked the grahams and chocolate, but wasn't too sure about the gooey marshmallows.
Auntie Ali with Bennett!
Kyle and Ali are doing so great and keep really busy with work, friends, sports, and family. It was so much fun to see them! After a quick round of baseball, Logan had to have a nap because he was having a minor meltdown. But, they got some good time with Bennett!
At the Como Zoo, Logan loves the show with Sparky the Seal. He talks about it all the time! He also really loves the Merry-Go-Round. He could have stayed on his horse all day. It was such a joy to ride with him and just see the excitement on his face the whole time!
We had a picnic at Como Park before heading home for our afternoon naps!
Logan and I went for a swim one afternoon in the hot tub. The water temp was cool, so it felt refreshing!
The boys in their matching jammies from Nana!
One day it was rainy so my mom and I took Logan to Central Park in Woodbury. They have an indoor play area for kids, so it was fun to check it out! Logan liked it - especially the boat and the bugs in the water. He could spend hours looking at bugs! I just can't believe this photo - when did my baby become such a big boy?! Bennett just snoozed the whole time! Commotion sure doesn't bother this boy!
We get pretty spoiled when Papa makes his famous pancakes for breakfast...Logan LOVES them! In fact, Logan wakes up at Papa and Nana's house and says, "Pancakes?".
Logan also had his first corn on the cob - it was a huge hit!
Nana holding the boys! Its an armful!
Usually, if Nana is holding Bennett, then Logan is pretty jealous. But, sometimes he just wants to join in!
Underwater World at the MOA was a lot of fun! Logan loved looking at the fish, watching them swim right over his head. He also loved the moving walkway through the exhibits - it was a little distracting! Logan even touched a stingray and a crab in the touch pools!
Turtle ride? We went to the Rainforest Cafe for a quick lunch after our UW tour. It was quite a spectacle at the Rainforest Cafe. Logan was a little unsure of all the activity...maybe he'll like it more when he's a bit older.
Bennett's first bottle! Eating like a champ! I got to spend some time out by myself - my first time leaving Bennett! It was great! Logan was never much for the bottle, but I think Bennett is a little more easy-going. Phew!
Amy works 4 day weeks, so we also got to spend some great time with her! She sure has fun with the boys and Logan loves to wait for her to get home from work when she's gone! My parents babysat the boys so Amy and I could go out for a nice dinner one night and even run a few errands the next day. It was great to have some time with Amy!
Playing in the water on hot days! Logan is not the most adventuresome - he sometimes doesn't even like to get wet...it can cause a major meltdown!
But Logan always loves the park. Papa took Logan to the park several times during the week. Logan was so proud of climbing this ladder - he talked about it all week!
Sleepy Bennett was lucky to have so many people around to hold him. I often feel bad when I'm home alone with the boys and can't hold Bennett as much as I would like. Last week was a special treat to know he was getting so many good cuddles!
Papa and Nana with both boys! I was a little afraid that we had worn them out, but my mom said she would miss us and my dad made sure we know they loved having us and we're welcome again anytime. Wow - I don't know where they find the enegy to keep up, but it was a great week! Thanks for having us...now REST UP!
