Grammie's Bag of Tricks

My Mom goes to great lengths to entertain her grandchildren. When we arrived at their house for Thanksgiving, this is what the boys had to play with for the week or so we were there. It is amazing what she comes up with. The best part about this fun thing - she bought it at a garage sale for $6.00. Even more awesome, huh?!! Enjoy!

Fishing with Papa

While we were in Michigan in June, we visited Papa & Grandma King. They have a pond, well-stocked with fish. So the boys got to catch-n-release some good lookin' fish. Caiden was named "angler of the day" since he got the most - totaling about 14 caught for the day.

Dawson and Papa on the dock.

The boys checking things out.

Dawson was proud to finally catch one.

Caiden had a blast!

Even I got in on the action a bit! Look at the smile on Cole's face - priceless!

Gram turns #80!

In March, we traveled back to Michigan to celebrate my gram's 80th birthday. For her birthday, she wanted to have a party with several of her friends who she plays cards with. It was an afternoon of much fun. Doesn't she look great for 80 years old. I hope I inherit those genes!


Here's Gram with one of her friends.


My cousins, Ty and Kelly.


My mom and I at the party.

The whole gang. That's my Gram in the front, in the middle, in the black.

Grandparents Day at MDO

In March, Dawson's mom's day out program hosted a "grandparents day" breakfast. Dawson was proud to have his Grandma and Grandpa Binder attend. They made crafts and had treats.

It was a fun day!

Our trip to Holiday World

We went to Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana in July. Its a great amusement park. They have a regular amusement park and a water park that is included in the days' admission. I didn't take any photos at the water park, though. The boys loved it. Papa and Grammie joined us. Caiden is already asking when we can go again.

Papa's Birthday Surprise

Caiden and Dawson's Papa was extremely surprised at his 60th birthday party. We had so much fun planning it. I think it was at least an hour before it really sunk it that it was HIS birthday party. Here's the photos to prove we had fun!


Papa arriving at the party. We had to coax him out of the vehicle.


Everyone waiting to see the special guest arrive.


Enjoying the festivities.


The food and the 60s era theme.

The lawn ornament...a replica of Papa's first car (well, almost!).

Pray for Granny

We're in Michigan visiting Dale's granny (pictured here in the rocking chair). She celebrates her 90th Birthday on Februray 12th. She hasn't been well lately. If you get a chance, please say a prayer for her - that God will work in this situation. Hope to be home soon. Its way too cold for me!

Who needs snow...

when you have GRAMMIE!

Happy Birthday Papa King!