Chump 2011

This summer we had the honor to take the teens from our church on a week long Mission Trip to Chicago. We stayed and worked at my brother ans sister-in-law's church. It was an amazing week and we left feeling very challenged and blessed by the children and people we met! A huge thank you to all the staff that helped us through the week and to my Sister-in-law Unity and brother Matt! Below is a video the gives you a glimpse into our week!

Chump Trip 2011

Random Shots of the boys

Josiah got this knight helmet from someone and Jack wanted one too. So his dad worked long and hard to make Jack a helmet too. (which he loved)

Do we look alike??

Craft time!

Saying Good-Bye

We've loved having these guys living in Chicago the past 3 years. It's been fun having them close by! They stopped in on thier way to thier new home in MN. Were sad they will be farther away but excited for them and thier new adventure!

4th of July Fun

So this 4th of July we went to not one, not two, but THREE parades! Let's just say I love parades and for the most part so do my boys. Of course there are a few pros and cons about parades...

Con...

Parades tend to be loud and if you HATE loud noises (fire trucks, ambulances, drums, etc) you may not love a good portion of the parade.

Pro...these great ear protectors that muffle out noises!

Con...
Watch out there are clowns lurking all around!

Pro...
Lawn chairs to hide behind and tough guys who are willing to fight off the clowns for you if they happen to come near!

Pro...
Smiling faces! (This one is for you Aunt Becky)

pro...

really tall men!

Pro and Con...

Fireworks...until they start and then it was all down hill, in fact the big brothers of this guy were so distraught that mom didn't ever get a picture to capture the sadness but I forever have it in my head! :)

pro...
New day, new parade, daylight and flags!

pro...
hanging out with dad

con...
Dad has to work Holidays so he could only join us for one of the three parades, but we carried on!

pro???

Random floats...not sure why I took this picture, oh well!

pro...

clapping for the parades!

PRO!!!!!

Jack scored a few smooches from his friend Gabi!

Con...

Gabi's dad said he was going home and buying a gun! That may be your last kiss Mr. Jack!

Con...

Your mom doesn't pack any good food to eat during this long parade!

Pro...

Eating your friend's snack and then pretending like you are kind enough to share.

Two pros...

Lots and lots of Candy that will last until Halloween and a great time with friends!