We had such a thoroughly enjoyable weekend with our friends in town. So much to share...I'll let the pictures tell our story.
Charlie's first human form drawing:
a picture of Elizabeth
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Elizabeth and Charlie found this lizard by the play structure
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and this unknown bug chewing the leaves on a plant by the fence.
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Henry hung out in the shade waiting for them.
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And Judah became a hippy pirate.
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(mexican heather from our deck).
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Finn and Charlie helped feed the birdies.
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Judah suspiciously took his first swing ride.
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Finn chased Charlie
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then hid in the tunnel with her.
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Judah's scrumptious rolls were eaten by Paul.
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And Elizabeth brought home a keyboard from her dad's house. It's not a piano but will more than suffice for now. She's excited at the prospect of taking a few private lessons this summer.
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Looks to me like Finn had a BLAST with Charlie. So cute.
ReplyDeleteLisa :)
Sweet, beautiful family!
ReplyDeleteLooks like fun!
What a fun weekend! That little hippie pirate is adorable... ;)
ReplyDeletePerfect weekend!
ReplyDeleteI love the picture of Finn chasing Charlie. They look so happy!
ReplyDeleteWhat fun pictures of your kids with their friends! I love the "hippy pirate". ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous kids! ;) Thanks, Joy, Paul, Finn, and Elizabeth for a very enjoyable weekend. Can't wait to see you guys again!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful family pictures! It's great to see the sprite so happy in your home. Good luck with the keyboard/piano. :)
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