Fun on the 4th

We celebrated Ellie's fourth 4th this past week.  How is that possible??

John, Tori and Knox invited us to join them on a last minute trip to the lake.  We jumped at the chance for a little family getaway and had a great time!  Packing and planning for an infant is never easy, but once we got there we were able to relax and enjoy our time with everyone.

Ellie had only been to the lake once when she was around 18 months old so this was a new experience for her.  I am pretty sure she loved every minute!

Frosty, Alyse and Halton joined us too.  Fun times with sweet friends.

Tori was our captain and did a great job, I must say!

This girl is just too much sometimes.  She keeps us on our toes, that's for sure!

Baby brother loved the boat ride and was so good the whole trip.  We are still working on his sleeping habits, but I keep telling myself it has to get better soon...or at least I hope.


































We went down to the dock that night to watch the fireworks.  It was a great show and Ellie even braved a few sparklers of her own.

 These two always have the best time and play so well with one another.  I can't wait to watch them grow up together!

Miller took some excellent boat naps:)  I think being outside was relaxing for him!

 Tori's grandparents were such sweet hosts.  We ate some delicious food and just had a great time hanging out.  Definitely a Fourth of July to remember!