Thursday, July 28, 2011

Swinging days of summer


We took a ride out to Ryder Park this evening. Francesca enjoyed swinging in the bucket swing as she swung her legs out and laughed.

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Evening sky

Another beautiful evening here on the hill.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Happy Birthday Sweet Francesca

Age : 1 day old
Age: 1 year old

Saturday, July 9, 2011

1st Birthday Party

Today, we celebrated Francesca's birthday.

She really dug into and enjoyed her cake!
The older kids climbing the slide, which occupied much of there time.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Friends


Dakota and Izzy (Cathie's dog) have become friends over the weeks. Where one goes, the other follows.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Monday, July 4, 2011

Fireworks

Audrey and Raegan sharing a hug before the excitement starts.

Audrey, Raegan and Ryan discussing the importance of their Kit-Kat snack.
This is the first time Audrey has been to the fireworks. This is how we started the show, with Avery holding his hands over her ears while they both watched the sky light up. She did warm up and no longer needed those little ears covered.

Forth of July Parade



For the last 3 years the Burke and Thousand families meet at the Manlius 4th of July parade. We have the same designated spot each year where we gather. The kids gather up the candy when it is thrown and wave to all the passerby's. Such a great tradition that we look forward to every year.

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Summer is here!



We know summer is officially here when swimsuits are on and there is a lot of splashing in the pool!

Friday, July 1, 2011

Photo opportunity




It isn't too often when we take a picture with girls that they are all looking at or near the camera, but today it happened!