Our Fish

No, we did not get a new pet. We had a fish once named Fishy but he passed on to fish heaven last year and he hasn't been replaced. Two kids, two full time jobs and one dog is enough for us at this point. The fish I'm referring to are the kiddos. Wow do Haley and Jackson love the water. Haley has no fear and is doing a great job swimming. We are still looking into swim lessons for the summer but at this rate I'm not too sure she needs them. She likes to go under the water and swim but doesn't understand the concept yet of coming up for a breath. The floaties worked for about a week and now she's decided they just hold her back. Jackson likes to splash in the water and chill in his float. It's a good way for the kids to burn some extra energy and get cooled off in this Texas heat. I'm thinking the blog will be full of pictures of the kids swimming this summer. Haley has a nice tan started even though SPF 50 is on her all the time. Jackson is still looking a little white but getting there slowly.

Here's what we've been doing for the past couple of weeks.

Haley and Jackson hanging out one morning

Haley checking out the spa

And her turtle, which has been banished to the garage. For some reason she doesn't like it and cries whenever we pull it out now. Good thing it was only $5 at Walmart.

Jackson hitching a ride on Daddy

Showing off the six pack

After swimming one afternoon I tried to get some updated shots of the kids together. They never seem to look at the camera at the same time.

Haley being a good big sister

Sweet

And in case we don't get enough water in the backyard, we take them to Market Street to play in the fountains.

Haley also has a new toy to show off outside the water. Grandma Vara, or Grandma from El Paso as Haley calls her, bought Haley a brand new big girl bike. Haley loves it! Matt and I are amazed at how well she can ride it. Thanks Grandma!!!!!

Wow I am getting so big

Look Mom, no hands

We had a great time this Memorial Day Weekend. Rob and Lauren came in from Austin to stay with us and we had a great mix of family and friends hanging out at the pool relaxing.

Jackson was enjoying his float playing with Daddy

Hanging out in the spa by himself. Yeah, he's cool like that.

Haley was in the pool non-stop as well but it turns out she didn't want to wear a swimsuit so all her pictures show her naked bum! That silly girl.

On Monday, we went to the lake, had family time and a nice steak cooked by Matt. Yum Yum.

Chilling in the shade

Laughing Jackson showing off his belly

Haley learned to float on the ball

Whew, that was a lot of pictures. Finally, a few quick stats about the kids. Jackson is on the move. He is crawling now though still slow so we don't have to worry too much about him getting too far or into too much trouble. Although today I did find him go straight for the outlet in the floor. Guess it's time to baby proof the house again.

And Haley is doing pretty good at potty training. On Saturday she went in the potty all day. However, she is nervous to go poopies in the potty and went in her pants on Sunday. That caused her to revert a little. We're still working on it but not pushing her too much.

Have a great week!!