This And That

Isn't our pup looking much older and wiser? He was a complete nightmare this past weekend at the campground, but he's learning... at least he stopped barking at all the people and saved his ruckus for the dogs passing by!
Now, I have decided that boys really have an unfair advantage. I mean, I can't even tell you how many times this weekend I really had to use the restroom but didn't want to hike clear across the campground to use the facilities so I'd hold it. My boys, however, can just find the nearest tree or bush and let it all out. I swear Prince L was peeing in the bushes every time I turned around.

Playground Time

Since tomorrow is another school day again, I thought today would be the perfect day to head to the local playground. The boys love to run and explore new places, so we mix it up often and tour many of the local playgrounds throughout the summer months.
Prince M refused to be held, he wanted to get down and explore his world.

Prince K was pretending he was a dragon, and demonstrated his climbing skills.

Prince L tried to copy everything his big brother was doing, but he has a few years until he can really mimic him completely.

Playin' Around

We had the best weekend ever (well, maybe not ever, but it sure was fun!), but camping on my own with our 3 angels and our rowdy pup was not really my idea of a relaxing holiday weekend. While I may not ever attempt that again by myself, we did create some wonderful memories and shared lots of laughs. I sure do love our boys, and have no idea how Hubby and I got so lucky...

Camping, Part 1

Camping, Part 2

Camping Pool Time

I think the best part of our entire camping weekend was our pool time. The sun was shining, the pool was heated, and the boys all had a blast. Oh, and Momma got to work on her tan a bit.
Prince M splashed around on the steps for a bit, but eventually wanted to "swim" in the pool with his brothers. I think this baby is our biggest water baby yet.

Prince K was so proud to show off his swimming skills to anyone who would watch. Just look at that toothy grin!

He swims under water now like a fish, it's just an amazing transformation from a few months ago. He even started swimming without his goggles underwater which is a first. I am so proud of that boy!

Prince L has made a lot of progress in a few short months, too. He loves to swim around the pool with his life jacket on... although he only kicks his feet, his hands just kind of hang out in the water.

Enjoy the video... it's the next best thing to actually being there in person. Plus, you don't get splashed through the computer!

Naked

You'd think we couldn't afford clothes for these boys or something...
...but really I think they just like to streak. :-)

I mean, honestly, if you could get away with it wouldn't you do the same thing?

Toothless

Look who lost another tooth? That makes 4! I think he looks like a whole different boy without his front teeth. I love to see how excited he is each time one falls out, and then see the joy on his face when he finds what the tooth fairy left him.

Fire Jeep

Prince L is in love. Just give that boy a motor and watch him fly!
Notice the expression on his face... he was making the motor noises himself even though the little jeep's engine was whirling right along with him.

Life is good.

Pool Time

Prince M is a water baby. He loves drinking from the hose...
Crawling around and splashing in the water...

And looking around to see who is watching him...

Gotta love that baby!

Big Boys!

Prince K lost his top tooth and is very proud of himself. His tooth fell out while he was munching on his morning yogurt pop, and Prince L found it for him. When Prince L saw the gaping hole in Prince K's mouth he was completely horrified and grossed out. So funny.
Prince M can now pull himself up on furniture and toys, and was practically drooling over the big boys breakfast. So I gave him a few puffs to munch on...

...which made him so happy. He stood there for nearly 1/2 an hour, even after his big brothers ran off to play.

By the way, look at these cute piggie toes in the grass? So kissable!

Restaurant Style

Chocolate milk...
White milk...

Mama milk...

...or future Strawberry milk kiddo?

Bike Ride

Best... day... ever...

I Swear It Was Fun

By the looks on these boys faces you would think I dragged them out on the lawn and forced them to ride on the tractor. But don't believe those expressions for a moment, they were having a blast! Even Prince M was giggling as he bounced along in the trailer, pulled by the tractor, safe in his biggest brothers arms. Prince L spent a good hour plodding along in his Grandpa's lap, pretending he was on some kind of mission. Prince K hung back a bit at first, probably a little nervous about the whole thing (he has always been my cautious little soul), but once he finally gave it a shot he asked to do it again! I still think their Grandpa was the happiest out of all of them though, he would do anything to see those boys smile.

New Shoes

I love getting new shoes. But apparently Prince M just needs some new Velcro to play with.
I happily put his new shoes on him this morning and tried to snap a few pictures of just how cute he looked... well, he had other plans as he squirmed and tugged on the Velcro straps of his new baby shoes.

At least he doesn't know how to pull them off just yet!