More Sand Box Time

More play outside after naps. The sun came out, finally. They are still thrilled with the sand box.

Dinner on the deck. What could be better?

New Sand Box

We decided to make the new plastic pool into a sand box. Ruby was all over it. She couldn't wait to get in and get sand between toes! Carson, on the other hand, wanted nothing to do with getting all sandy. He insisted on playing with the toys from the outside. It wasn't until Casey got into the sand that Carson finally got in. Then for the longest time he squatted and didn't sit in it. Finally he sat down and enjoyed himself. They both cried when it was time to eat lunch and get a nap.

Waiting for Mommy at Race

We found fun things to do while we waited for Mommy to race. They got lots of enjoyment out of dandelions!

These bars were just the right height for them to reach without help. Ruby loved it and played on them for quite a while. She even made a little girl friend. Carson was actually a bit intimidated by the big kids on the play equipment and didn't want to hang out very long.

Blue Lake Park Triathlon - July 31, 2010

Today Kristin did another triathlon. This was a "sprint" level. I was able to go with them, and the twins came too. Casey is such a supportive husband to Kristin's endeavors!

Kristin is the one with the orange cap! Her age group -- 30-34 with orange caps, were the first age group of swimmers to take off for the 1/2 mile swim.

Green buoy is 1/3 way through the race. This is a man made lake with lovely homes around it.

This was a grassy area where we waited for Kristin during the biking portion. Kids had fun running on the grass, and here Casey is capturing Carson before he escaped! That little guy is fast. I'm glad I was watching Ruby.

Here she comes. We tried to be where the kids could see her on the bike and running.

Yeah Mommy! You did it. We are so proud of you.

Personalized Bags

I got the kids new bags. They took to them right away, but thought they were to play in! Ruby played in hers for the longest time and took toys in to play with. Carson was being busy getting in and out and in and out. Ruby accidentally rolled over and out and was not happy. You can see that in the video below.

SUMMER TIME

Just got these fun pictures from Grandma Carrie's cell phone. They are all out on the water today in Grandpa Ray's boat. Ruby, of course, is being a fashion statement, even with her life-vest! Carson is all about driving the boat. He would drive ANYTHING with a steering wheel! Look at how relaxed and laid back Ruby is and how intense her brother is!

Have fun guys! Wish I was there.....

Triathlon for Kristin!

Hagg Lake Triathlon, Forest Grove, OR

July 11, 2010

This was Kristin's first triathlon since she was 10 years old (in which she came in first in her age group). This was a novice division since it was her first as an adult and she wanted to get a taste for this type of racing. Thank you Casey for supporting her and taking these photos, since we couldn't be there.

Kristin placed SECOND woman and EIGHTH overall in the Novice Race. "Way to go KJ!" We are so proud....

Kristin has gotten reconnected with Emily through Facebook, a gal she played club volleyball with in high school. Emily is very much into these kinds of races and encouraged Kristin to do it, even loaning her an extra wetsuit. Emily drove down from Coupeville, WA and spent the weekend with Kristin and together they did the race. Kristin said Emily hasn't changed a bit since high school, except now she has a degree in physical therapy and is doing what she has always wanted to do -- she is a PT.