2 Kittens

We love cats.  All 5 of us.  The boys haven't asked for a kitten, but when I saw these 2 orphan females, I knew we had to have them! They did not disappoint!

When I picked Nate & Henry up from school (Luke asleep in car thank goodness) I told them they had a surprise when we got home.  They thought it may be candy! Then they thought a toy.  They asked what company manufactured the surprise.  I laughed.  Wish I'd had my camera when they walked in the half bathroom.

10 weeks old, one named "Sam" and one "Carly." If you have ever watched iCarly then you will appreciate the names.  Sam & Carly are best friends.  Sam is blonde, Carly brunette.

Henry holding Sam.

Carly

Nate pretending he is asleep holding their little paws.

He stayed by their side all evening.  He even did his homework sitting in the bathroom floor.

They did escape the bathroom at one point.  We managed to catch them.  Not ready for them to run around in the house yet.  I'm afraid they'll get lost in all our stuff!

Playing with Marlowe

Dee Dee & JohnDaddy brought Marlowe over today to play with Luke & Henry while Nate was at a scout meeting.  They had so much fun!

Skate party & homecoming

Luke loved skating at Evan's birthday party at Skateland USA

Nate beside Evan (right) and Kyle T(left)

Luke thought he was one of the big kids! Henry never stopped skating, not even for cake! Good thing we're having his party there in a couple of weeks.

Nate with his friend Alyssa.  He was her escort at homecoming.

Doesn't he look adorable? (he was complaining before we left about his clothes, he said "Mom, I look adorable, and that's not good."

Nate & Alyssa

July part 3

Learning to drive the boat.

Merritt didn't get to go on the train ride this year, but we can't wait to take her next time.

These boys are ready to ride on the real Thomas the Tank Engine!

Bryan enjoyed the day too!

Luke with his buddy John Daddy.  Lately he's been calling him "Johnny!"

Silas and Luke explaining it all. Doesn't Mark look excited?

Uncle Cliff is awesome!

July part 2

Henry ready to dive in Lake Keowee

Captain & First Mate

Scout trip to Planetarium in Clemson, it was awesome!

The famous bear that hung out at our house for a few weeks. 

Yes, I had to clean this mess up.

 

Bryan's had enough of the bear. Luckily we didn't see him again so Bryan never had to use this.

Mark Denise Silas & Merritt were here for a visit. This was a fort constructed under bunk beds.

Sweet Merritt! I can't wait to see her again.

Ready for battle

Silas is doctoring Dee Dee.

They're ready to sneak attack Cliff.

Action shot

What sweet faces

Can't wait to play together again.

July review part 1

Robin's visit started with a game of Life for all the big kids, with a little help from Gianna.

Trace, Nate & Tara

You can always find frogs in the Waterside Crossing pool.

Look how dirty Luke's face is, I can't remember what's all over him.

Luke & Trent are 6 weeks apart.

Nate's tricked out bike.

Henry's tricked out bike (thanks to lots of duct tape)

One morning after a summer sleepover. Notice most of these boys are without shirts!