We have all sorts of new tricks these days! Sitting up and playing with the stackable toys has become a favorite time of day. We are even working on using a sippy cup and feeding ourselves. They are both a work in progress still, but it's awfully fun to watch all the learning. Sitting up allows for more splashing during bath time. We also like to clank together different toys to see what they sound like. There is more cooing going on as we begin to learn consonant sounds.





Tonight we are going to get our pictures taken because Uncle Brad and Aunt Kristin gave us a gift certificate. Hopefully we are full of smiles tonight. If not, the sad face is still the cutest one ever! Better go have a bath and eat lunch...wait, maybe the other way around.

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, and More Pumpkins!

We found tractors at Johnson's Giant Pumpkin Farm too. We went to visit the farm while Uncle Drew and Aunt Allison were in town. (It was so fun to see them.) We found lots of good pumpkins to hide in. Now the trick is if you can find Macabe amongst all of them. Good luck!

Chicago or Bust!

A day in the city with Mom and Dad. We saw the Sears Tower, Navy Pier, the Magnificent Mile and took naps along the way.












The park at the end of Navy Pier was full of brand new tractor equipment, a sight in the city, but not at home. Everyone thought we were pretty cute.







Millenium Park had the giant bean sculpture. Can you see me in the reflection?






Chicago was a fun trip for the family. Macabe was great at going with the flow. We did have one rough night that he was just a little too confused by the surroundings, but the smiles and laughs made up for all of it. Sunday night we went to Gruncle Ron's and GrAunt Claudia's. We got to see cousins and kids and eat Aurelio's Pizza. It was great to see everyone, and they all make it so easy to stay and feel comfortable. Now we're looking forward to a visit from Uncle Drew and Aunt Allison.

My new favorite activities...

Wahoo! I love to be outdoors and swing on my front porch in the evenings.

Reading time before bed is a definite must. Usually I like to chew on the books.

Who knew it! Cereal isn't all that bad when I'm hungry enough.

And of course, you can't forget my very favorite....walks in the backpack with Lucy.

A Month with Cousins

Meeting new cousin Greta







Hugs from Madeline on the 4th of July

June at Our House

Planting Day at the Scholtens' House






Loons Baseball Game




Fathers' Day

Summer Fun

Okay, so the helmet is a little big yet, but we strap the carseat in and away we go. everyone loves their bikeride. We take our bikes to the Nature Center, ride the trails to downtown and grab some dinner at Pizza Sams maybe. It's good family time.

We are getting ready to see great fireworks in Bay City on July 3rd with Uncle Brad and Aunt Kristin. Then we will head to Grand Haven on the 4th to go swimming and see grandparents, aunts and uncles. Maybe Aunt Hannah and Uncle Craig will have their baby! That would be so fun. We can't wait to meet her. Friends Rob and Toni will be joining us for a few days in GH, and it should be a good time for all!

See you soon!!!