one summer day.
>> July 31, 2011
Summer, it seems, has finally arrived! Just in time for a perfect family day. With Matt's climbing adventure over and nothing else on our calendar, we finally had a free day to just relax (of course, we still fit in organizing the shed, cleaning the bathrooms, dusting, laundry and getting the dog groomed!). But, for most of the day it was just us. No interruptions; just us, sun and laughter. Such a fun day.
It started with cutting the grass. I think every day starts like this though!
Then it was time to practice our golf game.
And finally, a pool party! We hadn't pulled out the pool since last year (the weather hasn't given us many good opportunities) and we quickly realized Carter had outgrown his tiny little baby pool. Oh well, he still loved it!
Of course, he didn't care about any of the toys...just the bucket. So he poured water on top of himself over and over and over again.
All of that swimming tired him out. Popsicle time!
After several outfit changes, a walk to the grocery store and a good nap, it was time to play in a box. 
A very good summer day. 
And adorable toes!
Playing blocks.
We went to a barbeque last night at a friends house. There were about 5 other kids Carter's age, but all girls. And, there was a pool. Being the boy he is, Carter wasted no time jumping in (fully clothed), splashing around and scaring all the little girls out of the pool. Luckily, everyone else laughed too and we got to learn a lesson about splashing and apologizing after he dried off!
This morning Carter grabbed the camera out of my hand and took his first self-portrait! Yes, it's a little close (we'll have to work on the zoom option) but still, he's one proud boy.
I love that he is tossing away the JoAnn Fabrics coupons to read more about Best Buy. Typical boy.
Matt is turning the big 3-0 this week. We already went to Hawaii (thanks Vance's!) in May for an early celebration, but wanted to continue celebrating this weekend. Luckily, the crummy weather held out long enough for us to go to the zoo. We both haven't been to Pt. Defiance Zoo in years. It was a super fun day!
Carter loved seeing the animals but could have probably stayed in the Kids Fun Zone all day long. Slides, a spray park, jungle gym and lots of space to run around and get out all that energy!
There was a small petting zoo area to feed the goats. We were both a little hesitant at first (notice me keeping his fingers as far away as possible from the hungry goat!) 
Then we both warmed up to the idea. 
And, he loved it! So did the goats. They were crazy for that food!
Matt's parents and brother joined us for the day. I didn't really take any other pictures of animals partly because I think we've all seen a monkey and tiger in our life and there isn't really a need for me to post a picture of one on this blog.
We couldn't end the day without buying something at the gift shop. Carter's first zookeeper hat. I think I have a great idea for a halloween costume!
Our attempt at a family picture. We were all a bit tired and hungry at this point so someone wasn't too interested in capturing a family memory. Oh well. (see first picture - for some reason I couldn't for the life of me get that darn picture to move down here!)
Patiently waiting for our table. 
Such a fun day. Happy (early) 30th Birthday Matt!!!
