It was a super hot weekend and we chilled out in the pool two days in a row. Stella and Michael opened up the pool and invited us and Haley and Chester to the pool as well. It was Lexi's first time in the pool. She was little scared at first. But once she is in the water, she fell asleep within 5 mins. So cute! Nic did not spend much time in the water but he was busy shooting water at Daddy the whole time. On Sunday, we went Cally and Joe's pool and practiced swimming. Coco showed off his swimming skills. She swims fast. She is working on her graduation ribbon.
We went to the parade back in 2010 with the Boggs and we had so much fun! We decided to come back again this year! We learned from our past experience that we need to set up chairs the night before. We did just that and found a shady spot to put a row of chairs and blocked it off.
We got there early the day of. Maggie found another great spot and set up the canopy. Awesome job!
The parade is still very exciting to me and to the kids! Helicopters, military tanks, firetrucks, police cars, vintage cars, bands, candies, and flags and goodies kept the kids entertained for 2 hours! The parade ends with the gun shot and Nic was fascinated! What a Fun fun day!!!
We got there early the day of. Maggie found another great spot and set up the canopy. Awesome job!
The parade is still very exciting to me and to the kids! Helicopters, military tanks, firetrucks, police cars, vintage cars, bands, candies, and flags and goodies kept the kids entertained for 2 hours! The parade ends with the gun shot and Nic was fascinated! What a Fun fun day!!!
Nicholas has been going to Tae Kwon Do since end of May. We brought him there to learn about discipline, confidence, and concentration. He also enjoys half an hour of running, jumping, rolling, and fighting! Master Kenny and Master Cho are great teachers and they are really patience with Nicholas being the newest kid in the class.
Nic began as a white belt. Master Kenny invited him to the belt test in July. He was so excited. He practiced his kicks and his Korean numbers. But the test was so much more. It was an eye opener for me. All the students put on a great show for us.
Nic waiting patiently for his turn. All of the brown belts go first.
Nic is showing off his orange belt. So proud of him!
Kick Kick Kick!
Bow to the Masters.
Nic's solo with Master Kenny
We love summer! Summer means spending time outside with loved ones!
We spent a great afternoon at Lake De Valle in Livermore with grannies and cousins. We set up the tent and picnicked and had snacks on the lawn. The kids kicked some balls and grandpa flew a kite. Nic and Coco held hands and walked on the beach.
Our highlight was the boat ride! We were so lucky that we were able to rent the sun cruiser that comfortably sits all 10 of us. Ricky was our captain and off we went! The kids got to wear their life jackets but Lexi was so uncomfortable in it that she cried for 15 mins until we took it off. We went all the way to the end of the lake and saw the dam then we turned around and head back! I'd love more fun days like this before the summer ends!
We spent a great afternoon at Lake De Valle in Livermore with grannies and cousins. We set up the tent and picnicked and had snacks on the lawn. The kids kicked some balls and grandpa flew a kite. Nic and Coco held hands and walked on the beach.
Our highlight was the boat ride! We were so lucky that we were able to rent the sun cruiser that comfortably sits all 10 of us. Ricky was our captain and off we went! The kids got to wear their life jackets but Lexi was so uncomfortable in it that she cried for 15 mins until we took it off. We went all the way to the end of the lake and saw the dam then we turned around and head back! I'd love more fun days like this before the summer ends!
Lexi made 2 big achievements today.
She is able to stand up from sitting position without holding on but only for a brief second. She tried to flick her arms to balance. Then, she would fall and land on her butt! So cute!
Her third teeth (front left teeth on top) came out today. She is such an amazing baby. She didn't cry or get fuzzy. She didn't need Oralgel to ease the pain. She still drinks her milk and eat her baby food like normal days. She only drools like crazy. She is the same happy baby. I am so lucky to have her as my daughter! I feel so blessed.
She is able to stand up from sitting position without holding on but only for a brief second. She tried to flick her arms to balance. Then, she would fall and land on her butt! So cute!
Her third teeth (front left teeth on top) came out today. She is such an amazing baby. She didn't cry or get fuzzy. She didn't need Oralgel to ease the pain. She still drinks her milk and eat her baby food like normal days. She only drools like crazy. She is the same happy baby. I am so lucky to have her as my daughter! I feel so blessed.
