Dylan's 1st Jet-ski Ride

This summer is Dylan's 3rd summer of trips to Raystown Lake.  In past years, he has enjoyed the lake experience quite a bit and that was simply when he played with rocks and in the water.  Well, Dylan loves playing & swimming in the water much more this year than he even did last year.  It was really no time at all before Dylan & Grandma were heading to the beach/swimming area.

Even more than swimming, Dylan enjoyed splashing... anyone & everyone, lol.  He had a blast playing in the water all day.

The "older" boys were having a blast too & playing with the big kid toys out on the water.

It was actually Dylan's idea to go for a ride on the jet-ski and made sure he reminded Daddy every now and then that he wanted to give it a try.  So Jeff took Dylan out for his 1st ride on a jet-ski.  And of course, Dylan loved it!  He was quick to ask for another ride & was more than ready to go out on the lake again.  I guess he fits right in with these boys, lol....

Hershey Park 2010

Last year, my Dad's work gave Hershey Park tickets to their employees and family members.  They decided to continue this & did it again this year.  So we had a chance to venture to Hershey Park with Pappy, Grandma, Uncle Dusty, Aunt Blake & Amanda on Saturday for some fun in the sun.

Differences this year:  One, Dylan is a year older & able to enjoy the park a little more.  Two, I have little boy #2 on the way so I couldn't ride nearly as many rides.  I was a tiny bummed at first because I am an adrenaline junkie but found that I had a TON of fun exploring the park with Dylan in a way I never have.

Dylan & I sent Daddy off to explore the big coasters with Dust, Blake & Amanda while we set off with Grandma & Pappy to find some little kid & pregnant friendly rides.  We actually rode quite a bit... trains, cars, trucks, water rides and more.  We rode more than the "big kids" did.

Dylan & Pappy riding on the truck ride.  This was probably Dylan's favorite ride of the day.  Before the ride even came to a complete stop, he said "I want to ride again!"  And that he did... not only was this his favorite ride but also with his favorite ride companion.  Out of Mommy, Grandma, or Pappy... Dylan always wanted to get on the rides with Pappy.

We even caught a well-timed sea lion show.  Dylan was amazed.  He just sat and watched in amazement as the sea lions & trainers showed off their skills.  Toward the end of the show, he was waving back to the sea lions when they waved to the crowd.  

Grandma, Pappy, Dylan & I even rode the monorail.  Dylan really liked this a lot too.  He actually scoped out all the rides that he wanted to get on next from up there.  And as for me... I actually had never been on the monorail before.  See... exploring Hershey Park in a new way!

We all met back up at lunch time under one of the pavillions for a catered lunch from Dad's work.  The two girls are missing from this picture because they were in a hurry to get back to the park & Pappy was taking the picture.

After lunch, everyone decided to ride something together so we headed for the Coal Cracker which is a pretty big ride.  Unfortunately, I was not allowed on this one so I watched nervously from the side while Dylan joined the rest of the crew on the biggest ride he had been on EVER.  I couldn't help but literally laugh out loud when I saw the pictures come up at the end of the ride... Grandma looked more terrified than Dylan did.  Dylan actually really liked it.  Yes... can't wait to join him on the big rides next year!  Daddy, Mommy & Dylan stayed in the park a little bit longer after everyone left to hit a handful of more rides.  As you can see from the picture above, Dylan got Daddy on his favorite truck ride.  Overall, it was a fantastic day!  Dylan had a blast & even won a stuffed animal to take home with him.  I was happy to get to see the park in a new way & not melt in the 90 degree heat.  Can't wait to go again!!!

Happy 50th Anniversary!!!

Last week, my grandparents, Helen & Lee, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary together.  Their anniversary was June 11th.  A surprise party was held in their honor on this past Sunday with a bunch of family and friends to congratulate them on so many happy years together.  And a surprise it was....

I look up to both of my grandparents in so many ways & appreciate every single thing they have ever done for me.  They are such loving, strong & supportive people and I could not be more thankful to have them as my grandparents.  I spent so many days of my spoiled childhood at their house surrounded by so many children that my grandmother babysat.  I am so thankful to have grown up around so many children & to have my grandmother being the person to babysit me when I was a child.  They even managed to deal with me during my roughest of years filled with attitude.  They didn't give in to me but managed to keep me in check while still letting me know how much they loved me.  I can only hope that I will turn out to be just like them.  So... enough with the sentimental stuff now, lol... on to the party....

We all gathered at the Fort Loudon Community Center & waited for the couple to arrive.  Jerry, Angie & Justen were in charge of getting them there.  They thought that they were going to Justen's cub scout graduation to boy scouts.

So many people pulled together to help make the day a complete success.  A special thanks to all who helped make this day so special for them. They were very, very surprised to see so many friends & family members yelling "SURPRISE!"

Just a quick picture of Dylan acting like a goofball at the party.  I have so many pictures of friends and family at the party that I am passing on to Grandma & Pap to have to remember their 50th anniversary.  However, I am posting just a few of those many below...

Grandma & Pap with all of their kids (from left to right):

Ginger, Jerry, Lee, Helen, Barry & Terry

Shirley & Helen

A couple people checking out some old pictures & cards from past anniversaries.  

Happy 50th Anniversary with many years of happiness to come!

Brad & Christy's Wedding

Christy & Brad

June 12, 2010

Brad & Christy got married at Blacks Woods in Mercersburg.  It was beautiful scenery for a wedding.  After a short delay because of some thunderstorms, the ceremony was under way.  Everything was so beautiful.  The guys looked fantastic in their tuxes & the bride was stunning.  Congratulations to the both of you!  We wish you a lifetime of love & happiness together.

The men.  Brad W, Eric, Brad K, & Jeff... 4 of my guy friends who I have never seen in a tux, all dressed up & in the same picture.  It was quite a sight to see.

A picture of the ladies of the wedding party.

Jeff was Brad's best man.  He looked fantastic!

Daddy & Dylan hanging out at the reception.  Dylan was such a good boy all day.  I was so proud of him!

Christy, Dylan, Jeff & Brad jumped together so I could take a picture of them.  Everything was absolutely beautiful that day
& we had a blast.

Congratulations
Brad & Christy!!!

Kiersten's 1st Birthday Party

The Birthday Girl.  Princess Kiersten is turning ONE!

It was a wonderful day full of good food, cake, ice cream, presents, great friends & family, and last but not least... WATER!  All the ingredients for a successful and exciting birthday party!

Nicole, Kadee & Kaylee bringing Kiersten her 1st birthday cake.  Mommy carried the cake, of course, but the twins had to be right there to "help," lol. 

Kiersten about to dig in to her cake.  She was quite gentle about it.

Cake Face!!!

You have to love 1st birthdays!!

Kiersten (with a little help from Mommy) opening her birthday presents.

Dustin & Kiersten.  She had a little crown, sash & wand for her big day but they did not stay on for very long.

The following pictures are of all the kids playing.  There was a kiddie pool, beach balls, & plenty of things to use for scooping and throwing water on each other.

Kadee posing for a picture.  She is such a ham!  This is just too cute.

Kaylee playing with some chalk & enjoying the festivities of the day.

Dylan & Kaylee ganging up on the older boy, Michael.

A little splashing & spraying each other with water turned into an EPIC water battle.  When it was all said and done with, there were not too many dry people left.  Grandma Lottie was even soaked by the end.  As as you can see from the picture above, Dylan & Dusty were soaked too!

A little one on the way...

Yep, that's right.  We are expecting another little munchkin soon.  We are 19 weeks along now & everything is going great!  Baby is wonderful so far.  We are expecting the little one on October 26th, at least that is the due date.  Dylan will be a big brother shortly after his 3rd birthday.

So  I thought I would share a few recent ultrasound pictures of the new little one.    The picture above is both feet side by side.  We also found  out whether Dylan was going to have a little brother or a little sister.  

It's a boy!  We are so excited for the new addition & most importantly that baby is doing wonderful.

This is another profile shot of the little boy.  

Making A Pizza

Memorial Day at Mamma G's

Jeff, Dylan & I went to my Mom's house, Mamma G's, for a Memorial Day cookout.  It was a beautiful day even though it was a bit warm.  Dylan had a blast playing all sorts of games.  The picture above is Dylan & Uncle Dusty playing baseball.  For some reason, Dylan didn't want to bat.  He wanted to pitch to Uncle Dusty the whole time.  First I must say that Dylan actually has great aim and can pitch pretty well for a 2 year old.  Second, Uncle Dusty is pretty good at hitting some stray pitches, haha.  Together they had a blast playing baseball.  Daddy jumped in and took at some pitches from Dylan too.  I was in the wonderful shade of the big tree, taking pictures of the boys playing baseball.  Dylan also brought his soccer ball along with us & Uncle Dusty played a little soccer with him too.

Dylan watched Kelly & Kelsey throwing the blue tennis ball back and forth and catching it with the velcro paddles.  He was immediately intrigued and wanted to try it to.  So Kelsey threw him some pitches and he caught them.  Getting the ball off of the sticky velcro was much more of a task, lol.

Overall, it was a great Memorial Day at Mamma G's house & Dylan had a blast playing with everyone!