yard fun

Riding bikes on the 'patio' in the back yard. I think they rode almost all day.

We finally set-up the pool, now that it's scorching outside. Nadia and Dom loved it, but Colin was unsure.

Popsicles on the front step...watching the neighbours landscapers.

Okay, so we're busy, but I feel like I'm mostly refereeing. We mostly stay at home and play. In the back, in the front, on the street and in the park across the road. It's fun, but my days get eaten up and I don't accomplish much. For the summer we have an extra little one. He keeps the kids busy, but of course it adds another dimension.

yard renos

Our yard was pretty much immaculate when we moved in, other than the dead grass in need of water. But we needed to make it a little more fun. So one Saturday morning Tim was outside and said, "Let's build a sandbox". We talked about where and the design and construction, and then I got busy...with kids and stuff. Before I knew it he was off to the lumber yard to check things out. About 5 hours later this is what we had. Tim is an amazing guy. Think it through and build it. And the kids love it. I was so pleased that we were even able to get the sand delivered that day. The kids love it and so do we, it's so great to see them enjoy the yard. (in case you're wondering it's about 8'x8' and holds a yard of sand.)

Where to begin...

So there's a lot of updating that needs to happen. But I guess I better just give you the highlights otherwise it will be too daunting and I'll never get to it. So we moved! It was very smooth and we had the VERY best group of guys helping us. They even put together our dining room table, and moved out all our 'acquired furniture'.

The kids fell in love with the house and yard right away. And of course we love it too. Nadia decided one day that she should climb the apple tree. But, she's too small, so she asked for some help. So Daddy lifted her high into the branches. And Colin had to follow and try it too.


A few days after we moved in, it was Colin's 2nd Birthday. He had fun unwrapping his new toys and he especially loves the bubble maker lawn mower. Below Daddy and Colin are playing with his new Lego fire truck.


Well, sorry it's taken for ever to post again. I'm back at it now and I'm sure we'll have a steady stream of posts after this. So check back in a few days...