Mastering the back float

Jack is turing into an awesome swimmer like his big sister. He likes to float on his back and jump off the diving board as well. According to Jack, the best part of swim lessons is getting a treat at the snack shack after finishing with a strenuous swim session.

Diving fun

What a busy summer! Today was the last day of swim lessons. Sophie loves to swim and mostly dive off the diving board.

Another cat!

One of our neighbors found a kitten abandoned in a parking lot. Of coarse when our kids heard about this poor kitty they went to work on mom and dad. With a lot of persistance they wore us down and we adopted the cat. Jack has officially named him, Tiger.

A long hard summer day

Last night we had friends over and made smores in our new fire pit until 11:30. Then Sophie and Dad had to get up at 6:30 to make it to Sophie's first day of basketball camp. Right after practice we rushed home and then Sophie was off to a putt-putt golf-birthday party. Mom, Dad and Jack headed to the pool for a few hours. We all met back home and then headed to Pei Wei to meet Grammy, Grampy and uncle Bryson for lunch. On the way home everyone (excluding Dad) passed out in the car.

Can you guess the combined ages in this picure?

From left to right: Big Daddy, Wendy, Ricky, Grandma Ruthie, Grandma Bubby, Marge, Grandpa Don (according to my calcualtions, there is appx. 479 years?)

Father's day sliding

We set up the water slide for the first time this season. It was actually the first day warm enough, despite some pretty cold water coming out of the hose. Sophie and Jack had a great time anyway. Grandpa Don, Grandma Ruthie, Marge and Ricky watched for hours, it was quit amusing.

The ultimate barbeque grill

It took Grandpa Brent years to find the ultimate griller. He finally found it this year and he is so infatuated with it that he drives around with it in the back of his truck. You never know when you're going to need to pull over on the side of the road and do some grilling.

O'Neil family photo

In order from left to right: Brian (too much to eat), Wendy (loves every photo opportunity), Sophie (embarassed to be there) and Jack (wants everyone to be quiet so he can take a nap).

Hi Lizzie!

Hi Lizzie thanks for stopping in and checking out the family!

Stylin

Tonight we went shopping for father's day. Jack fell in love with this hat. He wanted to get one for himself and a matching one for Grampy.

Welcome Gretchen, Darci, Lisa and Rori

It would be ideal to see everybody in person more often but i'm glad you all signed up to participate in our blog. Yes, Wendy got new boobs (Gretchen noticed) and according to Jessica I have moobs but my moobs got more attention in San Francisco last weekend. It's nice to feel sexy at my age.

Our friends in San Francisco

We went out to eat at fisherman's wharf last night. That is a crazy place. I think of New York on a smaller scale. We ate really good seafood and hung out with our friends Thomas, Matt and Becky. The highlight of the evening was the sea lions on pier 39. I tried to get a picture but it was too dark. I can do a pretty good imitation of their bark, if you care to call me i'd be happy to perform it over the phone.

Our first day in San Francisco

We had a busy first day in San Fran. We got in to Oakland at 7:00 am, and spent an hour stuck in traffic on the bay bridge. We finally got to our hotel and proceeded on foot to Chinatown, Union Square and Fisherman's wharf. My feet are killing me. We ended the day with a tour of Alcatraz which was really cool.

Dear Mom and Dad,
I love you. I'm having a great time. I got a new toy today and some summer clothes. Tonight I'm going to see Kung Fu Panda and then going out to dinner.
I love you,
Sophie

Mom and Dad,
I love you! And I miss you. Today I got cars at Target. Tonight I am going to see Kung Fu Panda. Jack

Sophie's Dance recital video

We're so proud of Grammy

Grammy has come such a long way with the computer. She now travels all over the country with her laptop. She can look up any personal information ie, phone numbers, criminal records, etc. She get's online to monitor her stocks and now she is blogging! What's next?

love you all

Sophie, You were amazing yesterday at your dance recital! You are a stunningly beautiful little girl! We are very proud of you. I can't wait until next weekend to have you stay with us.
I love you,
Grammy