At the close of each summer, we debate on whether we should spend the $$ and head out to the county fair. We usually decline the idea, though this year we had a GOOD reason to visit the fair… Abbie was working the Young Life booth selling various food & drink items! What fun to see our baby-girl busy pouring frozen lemonades & slopping up bbq sandwiches!

She worked several days & it was on her final shift that we decided to surprise her with our camera in hand! After she turned in her apron, we walked around munching on food, looking at all the animals, and riding a few rides… while at the fair, we might as well have FUN!

The Young Life food booth

The exciting kiddie-coaster!

The always fun merry-go-round

A night-snack for the drive home! An all-time favorite of mine… and so proud my kids share the love of caramel apples!

~~~ Back to School Pool Party ~~~

Exactly one week before the kids headed off to school, Abbie planned a pool party to kick start the new school year!

The girls lucked out with a HOT sunny day! They had lots of fun splashing, jumping, & playing in the water.

James greeted each guest with a bright-colored lei.

Festive decorations

Tasty foods & drinks

After playing in the pool, the girls ALL slipped into the hot tub. While they all fit into the tub… the water escaped!

Of course, I did not pull this party off alone. I had helpers, Cary & Sam. Thanks to these super-duper girls, the party was perfect!

We enjoyed our summer & celebrated the end of one season & the beginning of a new one…

Welcome Fall