The swimmers at the Zoo.

This seal swam in the same pattern for over 15 minutes.

He would swim up high, turn around, swim toward us

and then rub his belly right against the glass where Tyler stood.

Tyler loved it. It was fascinating.

As we are far from the Ocean we loved the Dolphin show.

We're going to the Zoo, the Zoo, the Zoo!

Wednesday was the warmest day of the week, so we took off to the Zoo. We had such a fun time. The kids had smiles on their faces all day, and not even one complaint about walking! At one point during the day Jaden said.... This is a lot better than school! He was right.

Afternoon Fun with Grandma & Grandpa!

Grandpa taught Jaden how to play chess, and he loved the new game.

Grandma then taught Jill how to play chess.

I have never played the game myself.

I am glad my parents could teach them.

Princess time!

Jill loves to dance and absolutely loved dancing with her Grandpa!

My parents were able to come and visit us for 10 days. Jaden and Jill did not leave their sides the whole time. It was so sweet. Tyler loved his grandpa and even went to him over his mom when he got hurt. We had lots of laughs.

GIRLS DAY OUT!

Jill and I enjoyed a shopping day out with with Grandma Samuelson! We visited the antique shops and had lunch at a quaint shop. Jill loved the shops and all of the pretty things. We would hear her say... Oh that is gorgeous! It is so beautiful! It was the first sunny day in months and was a lot of fun.