08.06.10 - Scheer Family Reunion

The day after the Royals game, we did a little shopping then headed out to the Scheer Family Reunion. Angie's grandma, Nan, is one of 11 Scheer children. Maddie went swimming in a big pool for the first time before we headed inside to watch a magic show. Truthfully, I think the way Gramma Karen and Nan look at Maddie and Nate is magical, but that's just me. After dinner, we made the drive back to Wichita. Angie even volunteered to drive for a bit so I could ride in back with the kids. We listened to lullabies as the setting sun burned on the horizon. What a great weekend!

08.06.10 - Royals with the Swearingens

Our friends Brian and Emily, and their boys Cayden and Carter, met up with us in Kansas City last weekend for a Royals game. Here are a few snaps from our seats in the upper deck and hotel. Be sure to check out this photo of Nate watching the fireworks after the game. Check back soon and I'll share some photos of Maddie swimming at the family reunion.

08.04.10 - But Dad ...

Why don't you update my blog anymore!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

Actually, she was crying during the Royals game last weekend. Who could blame her? It IS the Royals. And it was hot. And late. Hopefully by this weekend, I'll have time to upload some more photos from our weekend in Kansas City. Despite the look on her face in this photo, we had a pretty good time!

07.27.10 - Straws

Maddie's been learning to drink through a straw although tonight she found it to be a better toy and utensil.

07.13.10 - Sprinkler mats, garden hoses and fountains, oh my!

You mean water shoots out of the ground, too?

To say Maddie has been into water play lately would be an understatement. Tonight she frolicked in the fountains at NewMarket Square.

07.10.10 - Keepin' up with Maddie

Or trying, at least! Tonight we took the kids to the Wingnuts game, Nate's first! In the beginning, Maddie was the model fan. She sat attentively and even clapped with everyone else. But, after awhile, just like in church, Maddie grew restless and she was off running 90 miles an hour along Row N.

06.29.10 - Who needs a swimming pool?

06.27.10 - Dress up

Maddie is starting to figure out how to dress herself ... sort of.

06.15.10 - Sprinkler fun

We took the kids out to the backyard tonight after dinner. Maddie wasn't so sure about her sprinkler mat at first.


Hey, this isn't so bad!


I'm thirsty!


I think water went up her nose!

06.08.10 - Don't climb on the sofa!

Maddie can get one knee up on the sofa but can't quite push herself all the way up. Sure it won't be long, though! Doesn't she look like she's getting caught?!!