Presents from Aunt Susan and Uncle John

When we got home from work today we had a big box from Aunt Susan and Uncle John. Looks like lots of fun things for the little man! Thanks guys!



Thanks to Jackson, the little man will have all sorts of Tigers gear to wear. I know Maddie helped pack the box too. You guys are the best!

Landscaping

Thanks to Dad and the landscapers we aren't the black sheep of the neighborhood anymore!

Dad took the afternoon and stained our deck! We love how it turned out and really classes up the backyard!

This was Tom's favorite part, watching them use the heavy equipment. I guess little boys just don't grow up.

Here is what it looks like with the top soil. Next come the underground sprinklers.

A close up of the Japanese maple.

Here are some close ups around the front door.

We love it so far! We'll keep you posted on how the grass comes in!

4th of July

We spent the 4th of July holiday at Mom and Dad's which of course meant fun, friends, fireworks and hot air balloons!

The lake was busy with activity both on the water and in the air.

Sugar Bear flew by.

Our good friends the Parini's came to play from St. Louis. This is Charlie and Casey "enjoying" the boat!

Sean, Casey and Charlie trying to catch some dinner! Good thing we had lots of hot dogs and hamburgers!

Happy Independence Day!!