Summer isn't Summer without Swing Baseball

We went to the Swing baseball game on Monday night with the Poock's and the Baldwin's. This was a first for me and can you say "fun summer night"? We had such a good time. Parker even loved it until it was 10:00 p.m.
We all loved the view of the Centennial bridge, the free hotdogs and sodas, dancing on the big screen to Napoleon Dynamite, and just being together on a perfect summer night.
Before the game, we grilled out at the Baldwin's and they had an early surprise birthday cookie cake that was so yummy. Double the chocolate chips and double the M&M's. Need I say more?

TEC

While I was in Utah, I had the amazing chance to surprise my book club at their monthly get-together. It was July 5th, and they shared the book, Gone With The Wind. (That is why you see some of these very stylish gals in hats adorned with flowers.) I only had a short time to spend with them, but it was truly worth it. This group is fantastic! Each one of them is different and has so much to contribute. In 1998, Kristen sent around a sign-up list at church, and the rest is history. I loved being with you and still sharing a part of TEC for just an evening....

"It Takes A Really Long Time to Get Through Nebraska In A Van..." Guitar Hero

I am back and we had a good, good trip. I have lots to post, but here is the summary:
2900 miles
13 days
32 family members seen
12 book club friends hugged
3 waterskiing bruises
2 movies
1 tub of Eucerin (kids with dry, dry skin)

Wow! We packed so much in! Here are a few pictures to get you salivating, then I will post the novel....