Ocean City

Our family vacation this year was to Ocean City, MD. We managed to pick the hottest week of the year so far. But what better place to be when it is crazy hot than the beach. Katelyn seemed to enjoy the beach but not nearly as much as she liked the swimming pool. Katelyn thought that it was snack time as soon as she saw the beach towels come out. A lot of her time in the sand was spent with goldfish or dried fruit. She loved collecting seashells even though there were very few to find. If you come over she will probably bumbard you with her seashell collection over and over again. (it's small so don't worry) She didn't really like the ocean water. Katelyn couldn't get enough of swimming in the pool with Dad. She smiled, giggled, and splashed. Anyone want to join us on vacation next year?

Celebrity in Thurmont

Can you believe that famous people other than the president visit Thurmont? Last week our guest visitor was ELMO! He came to the library and we headed out there to catch a glimpse. Luckily we got there early because there were a lot of kids that couldn't wait to see him. Katelyn didn't cry or scream or run away like she did with Santa. (There is hope that this Christmas will go better when she sees the jolly man!) Katelyn waved to Elmo and even gave him High Fives. She sat on his lap for about 5 seconds and that was enough fuzzy red hair for her.

Dear Uncle Linwood,

I am sorry that you couldn't join the rest of your family on their east coast travels. We missed you! Don't worry the girls were in good hands while they were here. Jordyn was a little sick for part of the time. (Actually I think she shared the sick germs with me because I'm not feeling so great!) But we all had lots of fun anyway. We read stories together. We played together. My cousins taught me a lot. The best part of the trip was when India woke me up from my nap though. She came in and climbed in my crib and told me how much she loved my toys. She said that my stuffed animal is a bigger winner than any she has at home. Mommy took pictures because she loved that "little devil" so much! India wanted us to show it to you!
Love, Katelyn

Visitors from Colorado...

We had some great company over the past few days. We saw some family that we haven't seen in awhile. We love you Great Grandma Zutell, Aunt Sara, India, and Jordyn! Aunt Sara, India, and Jordyn helped all of us. We have some great memories and many great laughs (just ask India what happens when you have to go potty at the park??????) While Aunt Sara and the girls stayed with us....we colored! we played! we wore our favorite hats! we went to the park! we played in the yard! we read books! we read books! we read books! What a great time!!!! (unfortunately all of the girls were a little under the weather throughout all the days but nothing that some fun and love couldn't take care of! Hope everyone is feeling better soon!)