Wednesday, September 8, 2010

August Vacation

We were able to sneak away for a few days to Castle Rock Lake in Wisconsin to visit our friends, the Murrays, who have a home on the lake. We had a great time! Ken and Jan are wonderful hosts, they are welcoming even to a 2 year old. Brady had tons of new toys to explore and got to put his swimsuit on every day. He was in heaven! We were too.

Playing with toys on the deck in the morning
Down to the dock with Daddy...a great view of the lake from the house!
Coffee outside...everyone in their jammies :) For some reason, nobody looks overly happy that I am taking a picture...hmmm...
Brady is ready to hit the lake!
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Ahhhhh...this is the life!
The three of us
Brady and "Grandma Murray" - he preferred her above anyone else!
Hit the gas!!
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WHEEEEE!
Brady takes a ride...just a float for now!
Card games (and snacks) every night
Brady loved foosball - every day he asked to play "ball"
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Time for the pool while Jason and Ken take a trip on the wave runners (I didn't get a picture of that, but it was a highlight for Jason!)
He did a great job of playing on the steps
The watering can was a favorite toy
The pool always makes a boy hungry
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My sweet husband about to take a nap poolside
Another nap while "playing" with Brady
Family shot just before leaving
We love the Murrays!
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A quick stop in Dubuque for Sean and Kristy's wedding and to visit friends
Brady playing at the mall after being such a good boy at the wedding (really - he was good!)
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We were so thankful to the Lord for this getaway! What a refreshing and encouraging time.

4 comments:

Roxie said...

I love the main picture! I love Brady...hehe. I'm glad you guys had such a wonderful time. It looked so relaxing. Yay for nice friends!

Don & Jen Slagle said...

Looks like a GREAT vacation! Brady's looking like such a big boy these days. And, might I say, you are looking fantabulous too!!

Anonymous said...

I can understand why Brady would LOVE all the activities. Love the one of him relaxing in the boat. I'm surprised he does not take off those sunglasses and hat. Or did he? Nice family picture too. Ken and Jan are wonderful! Thank you Ken and Jan.
Joanne DeArment

Anonymous said...

What fun we had. Brady was so much fun and enjoyed all the attention. Great pictures. When Ken sees these pictures I'm sure he will ask for new "jammies" for Christmas!!! Love you guys...Jan