The Western Fair

This week, the local fair is taking place and we were able to go last Saturday. 

The kids looked great in their western wear and received lots of compliments.

Philip liked the electric tractor.

And the rope swing!

This is just as Lucy stepped into a whole which she didn't care for at all. 

The horse simulator.

Lucy wasn't sure about the noisy sheep during their 4-H competition.

And after the milking demonstration, the kids got to feed the baby calf.

More Summertime Fun!

To end off our great summer, we took a trip to Ottawa. We had a great time visiting with family and friends, and visiting both new and old places.

Here we went to a local fair with lots of rides, animals and even a demolition derby!

We spent a lovely afternoon at a park complete with its life-sized train engine. 

Crafts and park time with our dear friends Nicky and Angela.

A fun afternoon at the petting zoo with Danika and Luke.

Summer is not complete without sparklers.

And a trip to Ottawa is never complete without seeing Tato.

Summertime Fun!

This has been one of our busiest and most enjoyable summers yet! 

Here are a few highlights of our activities so far. 

Watching baby birds grow!

Going to festivals!

Traveling to Kansas City!

Lots of good family time!

The wedding!!

Going for bike rides!

 Visiting the farmstead!

Lake Time!!

 Rib Fest!!!

A great visit with uncles!

A new bbq grill and lots of tasty dinners!
(This salmon on a cedar plank was fantastic!)

And the summer is still not over!