BBQ Picks of Tralee

Here are some shots of Tralee from last night's BBQ. She found some things to play dress up in.

I was also trying to teach her how to look through a kaleidescope. She would press it against her nose and squint her eyes. Silly girl!

This was Tralee's first time eating corn on the cob. I know, I'm a horrid mother. How has she not had corn on the cob yet? She loves corn, so I wasn't all that surprised when she liked to eat it right off the cob. I'll have to get in gear, and cook it more often!

Cabinets

Last night one of Jim's customers invited us over for a BBQ at their brand new house. We were the third people they've had over to showcase their new kitchen and other new home amenities. It was fun to visit with this couple, and see Jim's work first hand. He did the cabinets all throughout the home. I'll just post some from the beautiful kitchen. I have such a talented hubby. Don't you think? Now, if only I can get a kitchen this nice someday!

Under the Blanket

One of Tralee's favorite things is playing under blankets. Sometimes she'll find a blanket, walk up to us, and wait for us to put the blanket over our heads. The other morning I was playing with her under a blanket and snapped a few shots. She loved it!

Tralee also loves when I make our bed. If she notices me putting the sheets on, she'll climb up onto the middle of our bed and wait for me to fan the sheets over her head. I remember my mom doing this to me when I was little. I remember having a ball under the billowing sheets. It was like a whole other world, and now I'm sharing that other world with Tralee. Blankets ARE fun!

Joni and the Water Slide

I took these action shots of Joni going down a slide at the Y. They're pretty funny!

Ready, set, go, and she's gone!

Sue and Joni's Visit

Jim's oldest sister Sue and her five kids drove to Boise from Reno on Wednesday afternoon. We played at Eagle Island park with them and some of Jim's extended family on Thursday. We hung out on Friday and Joni (second to the youngest of the Jacobs kids) joined us as well. Joni drove up from Evanston, WY. We had a little mini reunion with two of Jim's sisters. It was quite nice. Friday night Joni, Tralee, Jim, and I drove out to Ice World for Jim's hockey game. Jared Jacobs was playing hockey as well, so Audie and her two girls joined us there. We had fun visiting at Ice Word. Audie and I mostly talked about the release of Breaking Dawn and the wonder that is Edward Cullen (swoon).

Saturday we started the day hanging out at Tricia's and canning jam. However, Jim, Joni, and I got restless and wanted to have a little fun so we ditched the canning frenzy and went out to lunch. I also had a gift card for the Cheesecake Factory so we drove there and picked up some cheesecake for everyone to share. Yum.

Saturday night Tricia's work was hosting a party at the YMCA so we partied at the Y. This was the only event I thought to bring my camera to. So. . . here are some pictures of the gang at the Y.

Henry and Keaton (Sue's eldest children) being goofy outside the Y

Tralee raiding the chip bowls

After dinner a group of guys got a dodge ball game going. I like this picture because you can see Henry and Jim throwing their dodge balls, and then I just noticed that Keaton is in the bottom right corner hiding behind another dude. I didn't even realize all three of our dodge ball players were in the same shot! Awesome!

Henry swimming

Keaton underwater shot

Katie underwater
This is the best shot I got of Kelly. The girl wouldn't stay still for a picture.

Sue, Tralee, Colleen, and Joni

Chubby Wubby Colleen. Gotta love chubby babies!!

We had a good time at the Y.

Sunday afternoon Tricia and Jeff invited everyone over for a BBQ. Jared and Audie showed up with their two girls as well. It was nice.

We had a fun weekend with family. Thanks for visiting Sue and Joni!!

My Little Sweetheart

Tralee's hair is actually getting long enough to do cute things like this to it!

I think she appreciates the effort I put in. Look how sweet she is looking at me!

I sure love this little girl.

Dress-up

I went grocery shopping a few days ago, and left Tralee home with her daddy. When I came home I found Tralee in front of her mirror putting her flower headband on herself. I started laughing at her playing dress up and Jim told me I didn't even know the half of it. He handed me the camera and told me to take a look. These are the pictures I saw:

Tralee was so proud of herself for dressing up her doggy. Here's a video Jim took. Tralee is so excited she even claps in the video. Corky just looks ticked off! It's hilarious!



The finished product below.

We love you Corky. Thanks for making Tralee smile and laugh everyday.