Summer Fun

The heat continues to come and go, but it seems are summer are becoming hotter every year. Here is a cute picture of the three kiddos at Axel's swim meet last Saturday. We weren't able to stay the entire day because Phoenix and Rubix just couldn't handle the heat. Axel is a real trooper. He appears to enjoy himself at every meet. He now gets himself to all of his events on his own. I am so proud of how responsible he is becoming. He had a great meet last weekend and PR'd in every event. He got his fastest split time ever of 23 seconds for his part of the 100 yard free style relay at the end of the day. 

After the swim meet we went to Tyler's house for a nice BBQ. We hadn't seen the MIT crew in a long time. We finally met the new addition as Mark and Brenna came with their new baby Hazel who is 9 months old. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get any pictures because I was too busy chasing Rubix around their jungle gym of a family room. 

 Rubix continues to love balls. I love these two pictures of him playing at Angela's.

Rubix came home on Monday night with a big bruise on his leg and wasn't walking for a couple of hours. It was very scary as I was reliving the time when Phoenix broke her tibia. Luckily, it was just a bone bruise and he started walking within a couple of hours and then stopped limping after 24 hours. Unfortunately, he came down with a 102.5 degree fever the next day. I rushed to the doctor as I was nervous that something else was going on as know one knew where the bruise came from. Phoenix then came down with the same fever the next day and we were a cranky sick little house for a few days. 

 

We did a lot of reading and movie watching (Phoenix) and sleeping (Rubix) in the middle of the week. 

Our big event this week was going to the library. The kids love books and getting new books even when they are not feeling well. We had to go at an off time because I didn't want to get any other kids sick.

 Luckily, the temperatures broke and they have been fever free for the past couple of days.

Today Axel had another swim meet. He seemed to be a bit slower and more tired today. I am hoping that doesn't mean he is coming down with the same virus that Rubix and Phoenix had.  He also finally took a nap for the first time in a year. We had dinner at Eileen and Luis's house and he is staying the night with Alex. We hope he doesn't stay up too late. We will see in the morning. I am looking forward to being off work the next couple of weeks.

 Garrett and Axel looking at Garrett's big buddy gifts.

 Rubix and Phoenix enjoying snack time between events.

 I will leave you with Axel's amazing art from his art camp.

Mommy's bday, Peterson/ Grammy visit, Daddy's bday and more!

We have had such a blessed full three weeks. So full of love that I haven't had a spare minute to talk to anyone or do the blog. 

The first two weeks after school Axel finally went to the San Jose Children's Music Theater camp. He had an amazing time. I was really impressed with how well organized the camp was and how much fun he had. They have a great method for the younger students on memorizing their lines, songs and dance routines. 

 Here is a picture of the 3rd graders in his performance.

 Axel is such a great big brother. He loves on Rubix all of the time. You often see them hanging out. Rubix loves Axel so much he call Phoenix Axel as well. Sometimes, he call Daddy and Mommy Axel too. Although, Rubix is starting to call us Mommy and Daddy more often. I love hearing Rubix call "Mommy" at 6:20 each morning as he patiently waits for me to get him.

 Rubix is so much fun. Just look at that face. He really starting to talk up a storm and become more and more like a toddler. Scary thins is he is starting to run! Daddy and I hope he doesn't pick up his speed too much because he is going to out run us very soon!

On June 28th, I enjoyed a lovely afternoon ride with Keith after work, and then sushi and ice cream cake. Phoenix had swim lessons and Axel had swim practice, but it was a perfect day. 

 On Saturday July 1st little Grammy arrived! We had tie dye and pool fun on Sunday. On Monday Grammy, Daddy and the kiddos went on a hike while I worked.

 On the 4th we went to a 4th of July celebration and show at a local park.

 We all went in our new tie dye shirts of course!

 The kids were able to hear and sing patriotic music and then walk in a little parade.

 We were excited to get home and out of the sun for nap time as we had to rest up for the pool party and BBQ we were going to later in the day. We had an afternoon of fun at Monte and Jen's house on Bohlman. Daddy and Axel were able to stay for the fireworks where they had a few of over a hundred firework shows throughout the bay from their view on Bohlman rode, while Grammy, Phoenix, Rubix and I headed home for bed.

 On Wednesday Grammy, Axel and Daddy met Josie, Alex and Hannah in Half Moon Bay for a hike and lunch while the little ones went to Angela's and I worked. On Thursday we had a pleasant surprise as the Petersens decided to stay with us instead of going to Yosemite. We headed to Santa Cruz for a bike ride along the ocean to Natural Bridges Beach. It was a beautiful day out.

 I was excited to participate in something because Rubix and Phoenix were at Angela's for the day. Keith and I headed back over the hill because I had a doctor's appointment but Axel, Grammy and the Petersens stayed for the afternoon for lunch and boardwalk fun!

 On Friday the Petersens and Daddy went for an awesome 3 hour hike in Big Basin while Grammy and I prepared a little birthday fun for Daddy. We planned backyard fun along with cake and ice cream. Here is a picture of everyone being silly on Saturday.

 The birthday boy!

 On Sunday Grammy had to leave for the airport by 11 am so we were able to get one last photo before she left.

 The Petersens were taking a red eye so we were able to enjoy an afternoon of fun at the park and pool and dinner before they had to leave for the airport. I included this picture of Rubix being a big boy. He watched the other kids filling up buckets with water and then proceeded to try and fill up a bucket himself.

 I also included a picture of Hannah and Axel at the pool on Sunday. They got along so well all week. It was so much fun to watch them play together. I loved getting to know Hannah and Alex better. They are both such wonderful kids. I am blessed to have them as my niece and nephew.

 After a wonderful week with family we had a crazy busy week with summer camps. This week was filled with early morning swim practice, followed by art camp followed by night family vacation bible camp. Although it was a very tiring week, the Lord blessed us with an amazing growth from camp. Phoenix was able to cooperate and dance on stage by herself (without Axel or myself). And Axel and I made new friends and learned about foster and adoption programs in the Silicon Valley. Hopefully, we will be able to get involved in one community service in the upcoming year.