Session 4 - Jacob's Turn - Days 1 & 2

I am off to deliver Jon and retrieve Jacob today and since I dropped Mister off at work and have an early start, I'll likely make it most of the way to Abilene before we meet up.  As I get to Eastland, I take a small detour and check out the courthouse.  Another picture for my collection.  Jon is not even aware of my stop.

Jen and I meet up just a bit further down the road and I am making the return trip with a TON of company.  Goodness these boys sleep a lot.

When we get to Fort Worth, I ask if he would like to check out the science museum and receive an answer in the affirmative.  Well okay then -- let's go.  The light room is first and I have to admit that I love this room.  I love the hands on activity and the ability to learn while playing.  Light has always fascinated me and today is not an exception.

Jon's Time -- Session 3 of Summer Camp Begins - Days 5 & 6

Saturday morning and Mister wants to see Minions.  I guess that means we are off to the first movie of the day.  This takes us to the mall where not a single store is even open yet.  Only the theater.  Yes, this is a little crazy, but we can make it happen.

Amanda is in town for a dental workshop and we have been shuttling her around in between events.  She had an early drop-off this morning and will be done around noon.  Jon is pestering her to go roller skating with him and she finally gave in and said yes.  A decision I am sure she will regret the minute those skates go on.

Jon's Time -- Session 3 of Summer Camp Begins - Days 3 & 4

After another sleepy morning, we are off to the skating rink just after lunch.  He can skate like crazy for 3 hours, when they close for the afternoon session.  It's only a few blocks from the house, so we just walk down.  I LOVE that he LOVES to skate.  When I sit and watch him, I am amazed at how smooth he is.  What a natural at this.

Jon's Time -- Session 3 of Summer Camp Begins - Days 1 & 2

After a summer camp break over Independence Day, we are starting up again.  It's a halfway meeting point today and since Mister is working from home, I have a car.  How fortunate that is.  Since it's an afternoon pickup, by the time I get back into Dallas with Jon, it is time for dinner.  We ask if he likes Thai and he really doesn't know.  Well now is as good a time to find out as any.  Our favorite spot is Thai Opal and as we settle in, my mouth is already looking forward to the wonderful flavors we are about to be treated to.  Jon orders an orange chicken and declares it "fantastic."  I think the next comment is, "Can we come again?"  That's about it for day one -- back to the house and just some relaxin'.  I'm tired from just driving.  How sad is that?

Happy Fourth of July

Hyrum and Zyra Summer Camp - Days 4 & 5 & Travel Home

It's day 4 and I've likely said it already but dang, time is flying with these two treasures.  We have another absolutely gorgeous day -- best thing about June - and since it's Friday, I have the car to get us downtown.  Hello Klyde Warren Park.  Let's be friends today.

Cass and Scott Come to Visit

Cassie and Scott are in Dallas for a friend's baby shower and I couldn't be happier.  I have Hyrum and Zyra staying with me so they have opted for a hotel downtown.  Even though we just saw each other in Billings for Rhiana's wedding, it's fun to have some one on one time together as well.  The wedding was just crazyville.

Tonight we are meeting up at Cane Rosso for dinner and we have the added bonus of Miss Ophelia.  This time she isn't quite as afraid of leaving mommy's arms, but it only lasts for about 30 seconds.  Someday -- I'll be patient and she'll want to climb into my arms too.  After dinner, we are homeward bound to put our two charges to bed and we'll see Scott and Cass again tomorrow night.  They are busy throughout the day with friends and we get the nights.  Works.