Eric had found some jumps in the desert out by our house that he wanted to take the boys to. After riding a few miles, taking a few breaks, and chugging lots of water, we found some jumps. Not the ones we were looking for, but fun all the same.
Eric showing the boys how it's done.
They were pretty excited to get some air with their front tires.
I was pretty excited to not fall off my bike! I don't have the bravest of hearts when it comes to these things.
Ian was loaded in the trailer most of the time, but managed to "smile and point" a ride out of his dad.
Ashlyn started out on her bike, but after only half a block, we decided to park it and throw her in the trailer, too. She didn't mind so long as she got out every now and again to play.
It was pretty exhausting! And did I mention HOT? Luckily we had popsicles waiting at home for us!
That evening we invited a few families over for hamburgers and fireworks. There were ten adults and twenty kids. A little chaotic, but a lot of fun!
Ashlyn was terrified of the fireworks last year, so it was a big deal for her to light one this year. She agreed only if Eric would swoop her away as soon as it was lit.
I was too busy enjoying the party to take very many pictures.
Here are all the kids, minus two.
Ian was loaded in the trailer most of the time, but managed to "smile and point" a ride out of his dad.
Ashlyn started out on her bike, but after only half a block, we decided to park it and throw her in the trailer, too. She didn't mind so long as she got out every now and again to play.
It was pretty exhausting! And did I mention HOT? Luckily we had popsicles waiting at home for us!
That evening we invited a few families over for hamburgers and fireworks. There were ten adults and twenty kids. A little chaotic, but a lot of fun!
Ashlyn was terrified of the fireworks last year, so it was a big deal for her to light one this year. She agreed only if Eric would swoop her away as soon as it was lit.
I was too busy enjoying the party to take very many pictures.
Here are all the kids, minus two.
We are so thankful for the country that we live in, for the freedoms we enjoy, and especially for the men and women who sacrifice their lives to secure these things for us. Happy Independence Day!
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