The Legislature

 This morning the littles were up fairly early. After breakfast we all changed into our swim gear and headed to the legislature to escape the heat and humidity. We planted ourselves in the shade of a big tree and tagged off watching kids who wanted to go to this pool or that pool. It was so great to visit a place that we loved while we lived here!

 Ollie loved splashing in the pools!

 Joe wandered around, skipping across the pools on the stones.

 I was glad to be there with this wonderful lady and her littles. She is an amazing person and a wonderful example of Christlike love and charity.

 Uncle Arland hung out with this chub for a little while.

 It was so great that he could drop by for a bit and spend time with us! 

 So many memories here....

 I have loved spending my days with this good looking guy. He is my rock and my support. We've had fun adventuring together this past week.

 These girls have been the cutest. They were pretty excited to see each other when we first came to the city. They've been sleeping over in Clara's room and wearing each others clothes. Even though there's a bit of an age gap, I hope they always stay friends. 

 They are so goofy and fun!

 These two are getting so big. I've loved watching them step outside their comfort zones and enjoy things that they never have before.

 This boy brings so much joy and light to our family. I am loving his toothy grins these days!

 We enjoyed a picnic lunch and then gathered all our littles for the long walk to the car. Just as we reached the van, Fin started complaining of a sore tummy and ended up barfing just as he climbed in. This heat wave is a doozy! We cranked the a/c and googled a nearby carwash. The next hour was spent spraying down our floor mats and the rest of our van while we were there. Fin slept it off and rehydrated once he woke up.

After a long day of play, we opened all of the windows to let the house cool off as we tucked in the littles. Ollie fell asleep in my arms and then I placed him in the bouncy chair near the balcony door where he enjoyed the coolness of the Summer's eve. The perfect end to a busy day!