The first family outing took us to a campground near Madras, Oregon. Together with Shelly's parents, sister and their family we stayed at a KOA campground.
As soon as we got there Logan found the Cheetos
Jack waiting to get into the pool
Jack working on moving some sand around
Jack being double safe in a life jacket and a float
Papa Barry and Wyatt
Wyatt was the only one who got to sleep in
Shelly and the boys going for a raft ride
Logan getting ready to go snorkeling
Wyatt just being cute
The boys doing the dishes with Nanny
The boys being cute in their beds
The beautiful image of Mt. Hood on our trip back home
The second family outing was to the Oregon Zoo. The boys love going to the Zoo, it was nice that Shelly ws able to come with us again it had been a while (another set of eyes on the boys is nice).
Logan making an animal noise
Andrea's favorite animal
Jack and Logan watching the waterfall
Sliding down a hollowed out log
Getting the job done
My soon to be neighbor
Logan is not so sure about this Dinosaur
Logan standing toe to toe with a T-Rex
Logan and Jack waiting for the train
Logan
Jack
Shelly, Wyatt and Logan
Cheese face in front of the train
Our final trip was to the the Wildlife Safari in Southern Oregon. It was a long drive to Roseburg, Oregon but it was definitely worth it. The boys had a great time at the safari and at the hotel.
Jack getting ready to jump to Shelly (note that is Logan swimming by himself)
Jack makes the jump
Logan smiling for the camera
Yes that is a real alligator
Logan dancing on the concrete turtle
Aren't they cute?
The boys climbing on the playground inside the park
Riding up to go feed the giraffe
Wyatt and I waiting to feed the giraffe
Logan feeding the giraffe. Check out that tongue
I'm am so glad that we were able to make all these memories before I leave for Alaska. I know that the boys will cherish these memories when they get older.
You have had quite the Summer! I'm so SO glad you guys came camping! Blake had an awesome time hanging out and I've never seen you laugh as hard as when you guys were talking about "gymnast poops"! I'm laughing right now just remembering it...
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they'll love those memories! Poor boys are going to miss their dad so much! (Shelly too... :)) I was looking at a magazine on an Alaska Airline flight yesterday and actually started getting teary-eyed about how I live in a state where some of the most nonfiction hit TV shows are increasingly popular. There are so many shows where I can say, "Oh, I've flown with him." Or "That is only 50 miles from where I live!" Soon you'll be getting your own experiences! I'm excited for you.
ReplyDeleteI am happy that you all made a lot of memories together as a family before you leave for Alaska. Thank you so much for posting the picture of bears. ;) In fact I just had a nightmare about the damn grizzly bears. It's 1:03AM. :o/ Anyway your boys and Shelly will cherish those memories.
ReplyDeleteNow I have the song "It's the Final Countdown" by Europe in my head. It's a pretty good song ;) "We do not remember days; we remember moments." ~Cesare Pavese. You created lots of magical moments that they will remember even when you're back together...nice!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun summer, indeed. We will miss you so much, but I am excited for this adventure to finally begin, and for you to have your own classroom like you always dreamed of. I am loving being a stay-at-home-mom, and I am so happy for you that you will soon love what you're doing as well.
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