last week we had an impromptu party with friends.
it started with a simple request to swim at the pond and turned into a full blown dinner party.
it was awesome.
the weather was perfection.
we played with new adorable friends who thought my kids were FUN!
they swam a full 3 hours at least.
the world's smiley-est baby was there.
Sean and Jackson were buddies.
they jumped off the dock, swam & jackson even pushed sean in! (after he asked permission in his cute toddler voice)
i was so proud of watching sean interact with him.
and then Sean very politely asked "can you play with him now mom?" ha ha ha
and i said "YES!"
and we buried our feet for about 30 minutes.
i missed my babies.
my mom, my niece and sister came too.
suddenly annie was tired.
so tired.
she needed some shade time. :)
such a beautiful day.
good friends….old friends….family…..my favorite place to be.
i even got in the water!
and only felt one fish on my sparkley toes.
{{shivers}}
how are you keeping COOL this summer?
or are you melting away most of the time like we are.
shea B - I caught my first fish, a rainbow trout, when I was almost three. I’ve loved it ever since. I eventually started baiting my own hook and then moved on to taking the fish off the hook. I’m 33 now and I still love to go to the river. My two little girls, who are 1 and 3, had their first fishing experience on Father’s Day. They squealed with delight while reeling it in and then freaked and burst into tears when they saw the fish flopping around on the ground. Memories! I’m glad you let your kiddos experience things even if you’re not a big fan.
Audrey - Sorry this got posted twice!
Audrey - What an amazing family day! I haven’t been fishing in a long time and sadly my 2 year old son never has. Probably because I don’t trust him not to get hooked!
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Audrey - What an amazing family day! I haven’t been fishing in a LONG time and actually my two year old son never has. Probably because I don’t trust him to not get hooked!
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Alicia @ La Famille - fun! that’s what summer’s all about 🙂
Dani - I hated lakes and ponds as a kid. I NEED to see what is around my feet!!! We played in small creeks when I was younger. That I could handle. Looks like y’all had an amazing time! Love the pics!
Prairie Jenn - It is hot enough to melt this year:( We are keeping cool in the sprinkler and the creek. Love your photos! Looks like a wonderful day and the very best way to keep cool…swimming with friends:)
Mindy Harris - ponds and lakes gross me out cuz you can’t see what’s in them, but, man this looks super fun!
Michelle From Australia - It’s winter here in Australia. But thankfully we live in the sub-tropics so it is 70 degrees here today 🙂 Loving your pics of Summer fun though and counting down the days until our family will be able to enjoy our month in the USA in November this year 🙂 🙂
Carolyne - we are actually shivering from cold weather here in Australia….cranking the heat up and snuggling under blankets for us. Meg I love your blog and specially your craft weekends which is only a dream for this girl.
christine ishmael - Fish touching my feet creeps me out too! Looks like so much fun, that house is awesome!
karen gerstenberger - It’s crazy, but it has been a cool summer here, so far. Not much above 80, and some days in the 50s and 60s (like yesterday), so we’ve actually kept cool naturally. David and I took an 8-mile beach hike yesterday (his gift to me) and we were wearing layers – t-shirts, Dri-Fit, windbreaker, etc. I wish I could send you some of this salty, cool marine air!
I just love your blog, Meg. Thank you for writing.
Sandy - Looks like fun!!
The picture of Annie jumping in behind the pedal boat (do I remember right?…is that what they are called???) should have the caption “wait for MMEEE!” ha ha 🙂
Also, Annie looks like a model in the picture where you said she got tired. Your kids are gorgeous!
Tracy Fisher - love love love the SIMPLE stuff! thanks for sharing. -tracy
Katie N. - We moved to SW MI this spring and are at the beach all the time. Totally amazing especially with friends!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Meg's Mom - What a great idea, you had! I had such a good time catching up with everyone. And the weather was great. Thanks Carolyn for sharing your home!
roganne - Wow! That lake is fantastic! Growing up our pond at home was mostly moss and mud (and the occasional snapping turtle). I love your pics of the kids jumping…they look like they belong in a summer Crew Cuts catalog for swimwear!
happygirl - Great pics and I so love your boy asking for time off for good behavior. I know what you mean about the fish nibbles. I’m not a fan. I blogged about it here. http://beinghappygirl.blogspot.com/2012/07/hot-hurting-and-happy.html
Lorel - That really was a lovely day. I always feel so “home” with you guys. -happy sigh!- Thanks for everything!
Allison - Super hot in Indiana too and NO rain in sight 🙁 Nothing better than spending the day by the water with good people.
Kerstie Pederson - We are unseasonable cool in my part of CA. My boys have only gotten into the kiddy pool twice. Bummer for them as they LOVE water. Joined Instagram over the weekend and started following you. You were right it is totally fun!!!
Natalie - Looks like you had a lot of fun in the water. Brilliant photos than you for sharing with us 🙂
Trish @TheOldPostRoad - Unbelievably hot in Georgia, right now. The little beach/sand area next to the pond is a great idea! How fun!
-Trish
ko. s - Such fun you have my dear!!! We are melting away over here 🙂
Kimberly Dial - We’ve been melting here in WV too. I’ve been in the water more this summer than in the last 10 years combined (that may be a slight exaggeration but hey, it’s been hot, hot, hot & I’m not thinking clearly 😉 Looks like you all had fun. Nothing like family & good friends. Thanks for sharing!
elma - I mean looks:)
elma - What wonderful pictures!!! Lookes like the best of times!!!!