Lake Summit 2012

Ahhh, Lake Summit, one of my favorite places in the world.  It was time for our annual trip to this beautiful lake.  As usual, we had a wonderful vacation.  The house was full of family and friends, just like we like it.  It was the perfect wrap up to our summer.  

Mimi and the boys enjoyed the cool water.

Two of the silliest people on the planet

Myles soaked in his Mimi time as well.

There was no shortage of fishing at the lake.  The boys each had a bucket full of fish.

Myles showing off his catch

Grady, the proud fisherman

Grady even caught a Myles.

Josh's catch of the day

Josh showing the boys "what not to do".

My cousin Brett and her family came up from Florida.  Gumbo took a liking to Julie.

Manning the grill

The Bobilya Family came out to visit as well.  The boys were thrilled that their friends could come to the lake.

They brought their paddle board.  Lilyanne and Grady took it out for a spin.  They got really good at paddling around the lake.

Cousin John and the boys.

My cousin Brett and I

Julie, Diana, Grady and Myles

Kirsten and Josh took the kiddos out for a canoe ride.

Anika enjoyed some boogie boarding.

Look who had the most fun of all......Gumbo!!  

Holy Zucchini

Look what awaited us back in our garden.  We were only gone for 5 days but these big boys exploded.  They were the biggest zucchini that I have ever seen.

Some were too big to eat.  Not sure what to do with overgrown zucchini.

Myles needed some help from big bro to pick it up.

I see zucchini muffins, bread, etc. in our future.

The Keystone State

We just got back from an awesome visit to Pennsylvania.  We went up to Pittsburgh to see Josh's family, both mothers and fathers sides.  The boys loved all the action, especially playing with their cousins.  It was great to see everyone and catch up.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Our first big adventure was to the National Aviary.  Gramma and Grandpa accompanied us, which made the trip extra special.

The boys played some games with a naturalist.

We watched a bird feeding.  Grady and Myles were able to feed the birds.

Grandpa and Myles in the penguin exhibit.

Man, was it HOT but Gramma had it all figured out.  She bought a pool, slip-n-side and water guns.  The boys were in heaven.  Gramma even got in on the action.  Watch out for Annie Oakley.

The next day, Gramma and Grandpa rented a pontoon boat.  Look at this, they were all seated at one time!  Amazing cuteness.

The boys took some time to catch a few fish.  Well, they didn't actually catch anything but it was fun regardless.

Relaxing on the lake.  Thanks, Gramma and Grandpa.  You really know how to show us a good time.

Look who else we found.  Grandpa Joseph, Grandma Nancy, Aunt Sandra and Hannah rented a pontoon as well.  Let the fun begin.

What a motley crew.

Aunt Carolyn and Connor

Grady and Myles commandeered Grandpa Joseph's boat.  Off they went, zig zagging through the lake.

The lovely ladies cooking away.  When Josh's family gets together there is no shortage of wonderful food.  I wish I could cook like they do.  I always look forward to great conversation and excellent grub.  

Cousin Hannah kept Myles entertained.  He just loves her.

What would the 4th of July be without fireworks?  

Aren't they adorable?  They all have such different personalities but LOVE playing together.   The boys got along so well.

Josh and Uncle Nick started the firework show.