27 Weeks and Eagle River, WI

We had a great trip to the north woods of Eagle River, Wisconsin. On Thursday we had the annual mini-golf Battle of the Sexes, with the ladies team claiming the championship! We had a picnic lunch on the deck of our hotel and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Friday was our boat day. The weather cooperated and the boys had a good time tubing and skiing. Unfortunately, I was not able to join in on the festivities as I usually do, but it was an enjoyable day! Saturday was a rainy day in the north woods, so we toured a winery, went out to lunch, and did some shopping downtown Eagle River. We even found a cute duck outfit that the baby can wear for Halloween! Sunday was early church and breakfast with our group of 15, then time to hit the road for the journey home. We had a great time, but as always it was nice to get home to our own bed...especially with all my difficulty sleeping lately!

26 Weeks

We are soon headed on a family vacation to Eagle River, Wisconsin. I have baked, done laundry, cleaned the house, and packed for all climates of weather...North Woods here we come!

Pictures will be posted when we return. Eric and I are excited to visit with family at the annual Simms Family Gathering. Eagle River is always a time of sharing old family memories and making new ones. This year we will have 3 generations present with the 4th on the way; the eldest of the group being my Great Uncle Glenn who will turn 90 this fall. He is the family historian and loves to tell us stories of our family's past. He and Eric have become great friends and I enjoy watching the two of them with their heads together sharing stories.

I am already looking forward to next summer when we can take our daughter/son on their first trip to Eagle River. This trip has become a tradition in my family, and one that we look forward to each July and reminisce about the whole year. Say a prayer for a safe and fun trip!

Baby's First Cubs Game

Eric and I went with my parents to a Cubs game a few nights ago to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. We had a great time with Connie's pizza, nachos (with jalapenos), lemon shake-ups, and kettle corn- Baby loved it all!! I was a little uncomfortable towards the end of the game from sitting too long, but it comes with the territory of being 6 months pregnant. We had lots of fun and told Mom and Dad when they make it to their 50th anniversary, we will reserve a private box...better start saving now! :)

4th of July

Even though the weather did not cooperate for the whole weekend, the Snider family gathered on Friday night at the Aurora Country Club for a picnic dinner and fireworks. We had a great time and the weather was perfect. Our nieces LOVED the fireworks and so did the baby- LOTS of movement throughout the show. I have never seen fireworks so close; they were really beautiful. Just a couple shots to share from Friday night.

Unfortunately it was a rainy Saturday, but we still had a great day at my Mom and Dad's house with my grandma, Uncle Omer and Aunt Wanda and the Layne's. We haven't seen them since Easter so they were all excited to see the growing belly. Lots of good food and family, we couldn't ask for anything more!