Enjoying The Weather

Last week we decided to take advantage of the unseasonable nice weather by heading to Island Park. We hadn't been to play on the equipment since Uncle Kye was here--if you remember that trip was too hot and I told Lydia I hoped she had a good time since we probably wouldn't be back until October. Looks like I was wrong. The weather here has been very nice. Anyone that truly knows me knows that I HATE hot weather. I know hate is a strong word...but, I mean it! In fact summer is my least favorite time of the year. I would rather be knee deep in snow :) OK, enough about that.

Lydia is an outside girl. She loves to play and run around. The park was pretty busy..I guess everyone else had the same idea. We spent about an hour running, swinging and of course trying to do everything all the other kids were doing.

Making her way across the bridge

We spotted her name on a picket--I couldn't get her to pose by it--she was too busy for that

Spending some time on the swing :)...well, I just deleted that picture.

Moving the Gears..She thought this was pretty neat!

This nice weather seems to be here to stay for awhile. I am SO not complaining :) Thursday night we might head down to the Fair.....the high for the day 78!

Great Summer Recipe

Mad Hatter Salad

1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
8 green onions, chopped
1/2 c. butter or margarine
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
2 (3 ounce) packages chicken flavored ramen noodles
1 c. slivered almonds
1 c. sunflower seeds
1/2 c. white sugar
1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1t. soy sauce

1. In a large bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, green onions and broccoli, set aside.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Crumble the ramen noodles into a bowl, and mix with the almonds and sunflower seeds. Sprinkle the seasoning packets over all. Add to the skillet; cook and stir until noodles and nuts are toasted, about 8 min.
3. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the sugar, vinegar, oil and soy sauce. Seal, and shake vigorously to blend.
4. Just before serving, combine the slaw mixture with the nuts and noodles. Pour the dressing over all, and stir briefly to coat.

Enjoy!

Wordless Wednesday

Farmer Lydia

Friday night we ventured down to check out the beans Lydia and your daddy planted. They really looked great! I'm sure the rain we got last night will really help them out. Lydia was really checking them out! I think she approved.

Trying to decide how far out she should go

Here she is copying every move her daddy makes. Giving them a good feel!

Pointing were they missed a spot!

Hopefully we will have pictures of sunflowers to share soon.

Wordless Wednesday

New Trick

I can't believe Lydia is now able to climb up the bar stools and check out what is happening in the kitchen. Last week, I was cooking supper when I turned around to check what she was doing..I was very surprised to see her at the bar!

Lydia and her BIG smile...I think she knows she is being ornery :)

Happy Birthday

Happy 31st Birthday Cory! We hope you have a GREAT day...Lydia sends you a hug :)

Cory and Kane on the Party Bus celebrating his 30th Birthday!

GOOD TIMES

Today is also my cousin Angie's first wedding anniversary. Happy Anniversary Angie and Randy--Hope you have a wonderful day together. Have fun at Kobe's tonight!