Can you believe that August is almost over? I feel like summer just began and I'm not looking forward to fall. This has been the best summer I have had in YEARS! Drew, Dakota, and I have had the chance to travel more then we ever have and we had some great visits with family and friends. In the beginning of August we traveled to Conconully, WA to hang out with the Hoyt and Paysse families. A big thank you to Jannae and Steve for letting us crash in their cabin. This trip was so much fun, but it was exhausting! We all slept in one big room...two babies sharing a sleeping space took a large dose of patience and flexibility among all four adults. I am thankful that it all worked out though as I will always remember this trip! On our drive over to Conconully we stopped and stayed the night with Kyle's grandparents outside of Moses Lake. Don and Betty are great and always make us feel so welcome in their home. Don and Betty own a huge farm and we took a few minutes when Dakota woke up at 6 am to go walk through some apple trees.
We chased a bunny rabbit.
The early morning stroll was good for everyone.
When we left the farm in the morning we followed a motor home, three camp trailers, and a truck towing a boat. Talk about a caravan!
Dakota and I during a pit stop.
We stayed at Shady Pines Resort for 4 nights. Here is Waylon keeping himself busy.
Dakota getting cuddles from Uncle Steve.
Music appreciation hour.
Walked through town and hit up a bunch of garage sales.
Dakota fell asleep!
Waylon & Steve taking a dip in the lake.
Carter Paysse ready for some fun!
She didn't enjoy getting her toes wet as much as I thought she would.
She likes hanging out in dad's arms better!
He loved this!
Boating with Aunt Nay.
Good morning Waylon!
Brown bagging the beer.
Sisters and babies = great memories!
Cruising on the tube.
A pic before we hit the road.
When we returned home from our trip we geared up and got ready for Kevin, Kelly & the kids to visit. It has been a LONG time since Kevin & Kelly were here so we were really excited to get some quality time with them.
Drew and Baylee picked goodies from the garden together.
Carrots, beans, and few raspberries.
We found an AMAZING park right by our house that had the BEST playground setup and a water feature that the kids LOVED!
Only a little longer till she can enjoy the park!
Ready, set, go!
Good looking family!
Three Shearer cousins!
I had so much fun watching Baylee run around this place.
Dylen & Kelly playing around.
Water!
Run, run, run!
Hanging out in the train.
Dakota's first time eating rice cereal. She took it like a champ but after two feedings her arms broke out in dry patches. We decided to quit the cereal and are going to pick some green beans and try those this week.
What, there is cereal on my face?
If at first you don't succeed try again! After our memorable first camping experience, we decided to head out once again for a one night stay at what is probably our most favorite place to camp. Skalkaho Pass is beautiful, quiet, and not too far from home.
Dakota enjoying her afternoon.
We went fishing and look what I caught!
Drew did pretty good too, but I think mine was bigger!
A little playtime before bedtime.
A few more hours of sunshine, fishing, gold panning, and letting the dogs swim before heading home.
Our second camping trip went MUCH better then the first. No rain or throwing up occurred so I can't complain. Dakota still didn't sleep most of the night but it was worth it to relax, spend time together, and enjoy the last few weeks of summer.
