Happy Birthday, Althea!

Althea turned two this past Saturday. She had a fun party at Turtle Lake eating, swimming, playing with friends, and opening presents. But the highlight was when everyone sang one of her favorite songs--"Happy Birthday!"--to her! She was so pleased. She also received quite a bit of help blowing out her two candles. Those kids were hungry for cake and ice cream!

She also received a Dora kitchen that everyone helped her open. She has chatted with "her Dora" all day today. Thanks to everyone for the gifts and the fun time! Happy Birthday, Althea!

Summer Vacation 2010

Althea, mommy and daddy just completed a wonderful vacation week. First we spent some time at the Schachtele cabin with our friends the Harts, and then Grandma and Grandpa. We roasted marsh mellows, went fishing, swam in the lake, and had an all around great time.

Next, it was off to Chicago. We stayed with friends Julie and Keith and Tessa and saw Katie, Sam, and our newest friend, Ben! Navy Pier was a highlight for Althea. She met the mascot Patch the Dog, saw a Pirate ship set sail, and somehow was able to eat ice cream for lunch. We also ate Chicago pizza and swam in our hotel pool.

We had a great vacation, and despite the long car ride look forward to doing it again!

Althea and Donald really hit it off.

Will she be a North Park Viking someday? I'm not sure what that face is telling us... but the beard is a nice look.

Swedish Frogs!

We enjoyed a morning out with our friends Gabe and Isabella today, and also enjoyed a concert of animal folk music. I couldn't resist video taping when I recognized the Swedish song about a frog. My grandma and mom sang it to me, and now I sing it to Althea. So here she is hopping along!