Memorial Day At The Lake

Happy Memorial Day! We enjoyed a fun long weekend at the lake. Warning... lots of fun was had this weekend, which resulted in lots of picture taking. Maybe you will make it to the end. 

 We got out of school early on Friday and hit the road heading for the lake. We couldn't get there fast enough. We jumped straight into our swim trunks and headed to the pier right away.

 We bought this fun little pool for buddy to play in on the pier... wasn't a fan of the water at first. This was his first time in, other than the bath. But it probably didn't help that it was a little cold and I just plopped him right in.

 Daddy sat down to play and we eased back in and started to enjoy it.

 Now we're having fun.

 Later in the afternoon we went for a quick boat ride before heading to the marina for dinner. We ate our fare share of puffs and hit the sack for another day on the water.

 Our little fam ready for the day.

This little monster had a good nap and was ready to play. He loves playing on the boat. It's like an extra large play pen for him. 

Pete and sister enjoying a swim. The water was still a little chilly the first few days, but did warm up on the last day. 

Fulton did some serious snuggling up to his fam this weekend. He's working on some good birthday presents. 

And we celebrated an important birthday this weekend. Happy Birthday Mom!! We won't let you see the other side of those candles... we headed in for a lunch break and cupcakes to celebrate the day.

Back out into the sun for a little lake time. Fulton loved it! He was a little unsure at first, but quickly relaxed and enjoyed his little cabana on the water. 

Not sure why we spend money on toys.

Later mom opened her gifts and stretched out her birthday as long as she could. 

 Don't think this little guy didn't enjoy the weekend too. He did his sunbathing on the porch. He says he's getting too old for the life jacket.

Ready for the water again. Fulton loves all things that don't fit in the toy category. You know, plastic spoons, water bottles, all that good stuff.

We were heading out for a boat ride and someone wasn't too happy. He has several life jackets to choose from and unfortunately doesn't put any of them into the love it category.

 After a mini meltdown, he crashed for a nap and was ready to play when we got back. Those are our sweet neighbors in the background. They came by to visit.

Monday Matt and I did something we sort of regret today. We both decided to wakeboard- no pictures of Matt, because I was putting Fulton down for a nap. But here's a shot at my pitiful attempt. We are feeling the pain today.

 More time in the pool sporting our American flag swimsuit. We are a patriotic family.

 The girls after mom enjoyed her a little snoozer on the boat. 

This little guy is all over the place these days. He wants to crawl everywhere. The pier isn't such a great place, unless you want to end up with a belly full of splinters. He settles for the boat.