Out and About

Like everyone else we have been suffering through a wet, rainy June. On the few nice days, we did get out of the house and head to the parks. While my Mom was here last week, we visited the fire station. Kind of random, but B's school went while we were out of town on vacation. He was so disappointed that he missed it. Ms. Jenny told me to just stop by and they would show us around. The fire station down the road has two small trucks and one big one, with two men on duty. It's a small station, and the guys there were so willing to show my kids around! It was very nice of them. They took the time to show them all of the trucks, tools, lights, uniforms..... the kids just listened in awe. They even showed us around the living quarters. It was a very informative stop and the girls got to see what a fireman looks like/sounds like in full gear. They were terrified and didn't want to be near them. It was great to expose them to the air tank/mask so they know what it sounds like. This is the only pic. I got. B got to sit up in the truck by himself!

One of the days that my Mom was here was sunny! We headed downtown and visited Riverfront Park and REI. The famous Big Red Wagon:

Kent, Brayden, Mom and Dani. Ellie proudly scaling the blocks. (yes she dressed herself).

Dani and Brayden

"E" for Ellie
We also got the bikes with training wheels (from last years garage sales) out for the girls!
They did amazingly well! Ellie now has road rash on her shoulder, knees and elbows. She is a little too daring and likes to go fast. Dani keeps saying, "Slow down Ellie, like this. Go slow, so you don't get owies!" Dani takes her sweet time and is very safe! :)

Ellie trying to gain the best angle on the corner.

Dani loving the Dora bike, taking it smooth and easy!