Holy hail storm!

Andy and I were awakened last night by what sounded like a million golf balls hitting our house! We were certain a tornado was coming through so we were running around in a half stupor pressing our ears to the windows listening for the sirens. Of course, our satellite TV wasn't working so we had no clue how severe everything was. Turns out it was a mini, severe cell that passed over us. Thank GOD! Here is a pic of some of the hail I picked up from outside. I waited for the rain to stop before I went out- who knows how much they had melted before I got to them.

No surprise here, Carter slept soundly through everything!

New Pics!

Here are some new professional pics that we had done in a park here in Ankeny. Grandparents: tell us which ones you want so we can order them for you!

4th of July at the lake!

We had a great time celebrating The 4th of July at The Lake of the Ozarks. We were a little disappointed that the weather was rainy, however, we did have a great time shopping and speding time with family.

Carter just loved the fireworks. Then entire day after he said, "Fireworks are all done Mommy? Fireworks all done. and No more fireworks"

I think he was a fan!

We have yet another busy week. Monday we traveled back from the lake. Tuesday, Carter spent time with Aunt Shari at the pool while Mom did a presentation for teachers in West Des Moines. Wednesday, Carter will head to Marshalltown so Mommy can do another presentation and then will head to Dawn's house while I travel to Morningside College for another presentation.

Friday, I think, we will get to rest. Whew!

Only a few more weeks of summer left. :(