Summer Lovin'

We've been enjoying our summer and watching Fisher tackle new firsts. We took a 5-day trip to Iowa so we could have quality time with everyone. Over the 4th weekend, we took Fisher on his first boat ride, first trip to the zoo, and first trip to the beach. His latest achievements: clapping, pointing at everything, pulling himself up to standing, and "cruising" (walking along furniture and with our help). All he wants to do lately is walk.

A gorgeous mug.
Daddy buried his legs in the sand.

He was very excited about the waves lapping the shoreline. The water was a bit chilly but he didn't want to stop.

Neko hoping that Fisher will throw the ball for him.

Loving the boat.

Group shot on our 4th of July cruise.

Fisher thought he'd show the captain how to drive the boat.

He was happy the whole two hour ride!

Pointing is the funniest thing of late.

I think Fisher is going to be an animal whisperer--he talked to every animal at the zoo, especially this giraffe. He has no fear.

Fisher knows a bs'er when he sees one! (we had a nice visit with Jerad and Kate).

We went to the pool in Indianola. Check out that mouth--he was squelling with excitement.

My boys just after a trip down the slide.

Hanging with Stella, Aunt Carrie's new pup.

Love the sky here--note Fisher in walking mode, and me trying to take a break.

Fisher with his cousins.

We had to make a trip to Smitty's for the world famous pork tenderloins, and Greg met up with us.

We had a good time at the Des Moines Arts Festival; all Fisher wanted to do was "walk" through the water in the downtown park.

And more cousins! Doesn't this just scream summer?

Aunt Shelby giving Fisher some of Great Grandma's homemade ice cream.

Swinging with daddy.

A 4 generation photo in front of Derek's great grandfather's newly restored tractor.

Derek took it for a spin.

Checking out some local art.

Derek and Fisher on father's day.

We went up to Door Co. to celebrate.

Lunch time.

Clapping!

Getting into trouble...

And getting into everything!

Carosel ride.

Wind blown.

Riding the train at Bay Beach.