4th of July at the Jersey Shore




We spent a week at the Jersey Shore soaking up the sea and sun. It was such a treat to spend so much time with my sister, Kati, and her family. We stayed in a house on Sea Isle. We were there over 4th of July and on our last night we all sat on the beach and watched as fireworks went off all around us. The kids danced and shrieked with delight. It was a once in a lifetime moment, to be certain. I spent a lot of time during the trip remembering my mom, and how much she loved the shore. She would take us there as kids quite a bit. That night, as the fireworks exploded in the night sky, I thought about Mom, and how happy she must be looking down on all of us together.




Fishing at Shaver Lake


Catch of the Day. Fishing was a big hit. Luke learned to cast. This trout was tasty as an appetizer.



Ahoy Mateys!

Luke got to drive the boat with his Dad. This was a highlight of the trip for him.

Shaver Lake


Our summer trip to Shaver Lake. Grandmom Mary with (left to right) Kohl, Luke, Emma, Ryann & Maria. It was a fun trip filled with swimming, fishing and playing in the sand.

Here we are at Em's 3rd Birthday Party. She had a pink pony party & really enjoyed celebrating with her big brother & all her friends. June 2007