Back to School is here! It feels like this Summer was a blink. Working 3 days a week put a strain on me... trying to keep up with housework, control the chaos, and also manage to have some fun. It was a summer of lots of sister bickering and J testing his limits and independence. At times it felt like I was on an episode of "Survivor". But survive I did, and I'm here to tell the tales.
** Special note of appreciation for Grandparents stepping in to help this Summer while I adjusted to re-joining the workforce. The kids made some wonderful memories and checked off several summer bucket list activities. I am so grateful.
Magnolia Plantation Fairy Trail was a hit for all 3. I loved how interactive it was, like a scavenger hunt.
Someone told us to play peacock mating sounds on our phone to get them to display the feathers...it worked!
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Riverdogs Game... J's first!
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First sleepaway camp was a success! Camp St. Christopher was the perfect, close to home option.
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We had several picture perfect beach days this Summer.
One of our favorite beach games this year was playing "Catch the Kite" where they chase its shadow.
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Schuler Farms peach picking and produce stand.
We made our traditional peach ice cream for the Fourth.
Fresh okra, corn, and tomatoes...
...for a backyard cookout celebrating America's 250th.
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Lots of library visits. The girls started carrying purses this Summer...looking quite grown.
Speaking of growing up...MB celebrated turning 7!
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The girls have mostly outgrown playgrounds at this point. But there are a couple that they still enjoy. One of which is this tiny park hidden in a neighborhood. Something about the large boulder...they love it.
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We spent a lot of time at Summit... We bought Summer Jump passes and definitely made good use of them.
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And last but certainly not least, I dub this "The Summer of the Squishies".
A glimpse of our "collection"
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I hope to catch up soon with some Back to School happenings.
Have a great weekend!
xLaura
