While Phil gallivanted around France, the kids and I hightailed it to the Woodlands.
Breakfast at the Brooklyn Cafe and a quick trip to an Asian market to reminisce about whole fish (the smell) and frozen durian. Ah, memories.
What's a summer day in Texas without water? Leif is ready to roll right into the duck pond.
In an effort to see MORE water, we took a daytrip to Galveston and enjoy sand, seaweed (piled up behind Leif),
and dolphins from the Galveston ferry.
Dad made an amazing hazelnut cake and continued the Roosma-honored tradition of tasting the spray whipped cream.
Pool time! Soaking up more rays and salt-water compound.
It was a perfect week to be at Mom and Dad's since both had a birthday while we were there. Here is Dad opening the group kid gift. Kids love to help anyone who needs help unwrapping.
Trial run on a kayak for the upcoming lake trip (pictures upcoming, perhaps before next summer's trip?), and Leif showing Grandma how hots are best worn.
Puzzle time!
We were spoiled on this trip. Dad was in the kitchen a second time cooking pannekoeken, Dutch dinner-plate-sized pancakes that are the texture of a crepe but thicker. They can be eaten plain or stuffed with delicious things like bacon! Wow, delicious.
Mom's birthday! With more help from Naomi, master Gift Opener and Appreciator!
Waiting for Daddy's return!!
Summer House Project #1: Fixing a huge hole in N's room. #2: Painting it purple!
Fourth of July Concert featuring the Vocal Majority with dear family friends!
Holland plays soccer! They don't always win, but we dress in support of them regardless.
Cow Appreciation Day!
Leif starts escaping from his crib. A bit of a summer low-point. Enter Big Boy Bed.
3 comments:
Wow! I forgot about most of this stuff. We did have fun, although we sure missed Phil.
We had some super times this summer. The children continue to be a source of great pleasure. (yeah, the parents also)
I remember seeing Phil do that same thing when he was almost one year. Like Father like son!
Nana and Papa
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