4th of July

Avery's 1st 4th of July was a really fun weekend! We tried to do as much as possible in a long weekend and really enjoy both family and friends. 

First we were in Barrington for two days and made sure to take advantage of all the club activities, the certainly do it up these days, a little different from when I was little.  I think next year you'll enjoy it so much  more, they had a bounce house, rock climbing wall, bungy jumping, DJ with all sorts of races and activities and of course a huge buffet and pool time. 

Enjoying some lunch

Swimming with Mommy 

And Daddy

Hanging out in the shade

Daddy, Mommy, Avery, Britini and Matt

Your usual pic with Chloe on the putting green

After the club we headed home so that you could squeeze in a nap and get your beauty sleep.  Then we stopped by Gail and Tim Wickstroms, something we do every year, so they could see you and we spent a little time together prior to going back home and grilling out. 

Avery and Nana

Papa, Avery, Tim and Richard

Nana and Papa have all sorts of treasures at their house from when Mommy was a little girl.  Every time we go up to Barrington Nana brings out something else that she saved deep in the basement. This weekend it was a tiny little red wagon - you fit perfectly and love being pulled around. 

Back in the city we were avoiding packing and getting ready for our move and were more focused on playing with you and having lots of fun.  This particular day you discovered the air vent - photo montage follows :)

We had Kara, Ross, Josh and Bekah over for a BBQ one night over the long weekend as well.  You had so much fun playing with everyone especially Josh - he chased you up and down the hall way and certainly wore you out for the day. 

We finished out our long weekend with a lot of family time together at the condo and in our neighborhood.  We have been filling Avery's tub and taking it out on the deck so she can "swim" It's a sad attempt but it's what we can fit out there, plus she loves it!

Playing in the water

Went to the park with Brisco, you love crawling in the grass and feeling it.  You also were totally entertained by Brisco running around like a silly puppy. 

After a long weekend you were wiped out.  I was able to sneak this pic while you were snoozing.. how cute are you when you sleep, such a little peanut and PJ is never far away from you in your crib.