pump, pump it up

I could spend all day documenting our summer adventures. But honestly, I am afraid to open the picture files on my computer. Can't do it. I would much rather document today and today only. And upload terrible quality pictures from my phone.

Today we went to PUMP IT UP with friends in our neighborhood. We had a grand old sweaty time. Before we left, the boys asked me how much it was going to cost for them to go. I told them $5 each. Next thing I know they are raiding their piggy banks. Ben and Luke have a substantial savings account, but Zack spends his $$ as soon as he gets it. He could only come up with a few dollars. I didn't realize what was going on until I overheard this conversation.

Ben: Okay, so how much do you have exactly?

Zack: Not enough to go.

Ben: That's okay, bud. I can spot ya.

Zack: Thanks, Ben! I will pay you back when I earn the money!

Ben: Sure. and you can even do a job for me to make it up. I am sure I can think of something.

Then a few minutes later, Ben runs up to me and says, "Um, who's going to pay for Simon?" as IF he is the man of the house. Love him. All three older boys paid their own way and I forked out the dough for Simon. I will think of a way he can pay me back.

Speaking of Simon... he is an incredible little guy. He bounced and slid and hung in with the big boys. Ben and Luke kept raving about how strong he was. They tried to help him through the obstacle course and he would swat them away and say, "I can do it!" and he totally did! This is the only picture I got of him-- climbing up a crazy steep wall that was made for kids much older than he is.

I love watching my boys hang together when they are surrounded by other friends. They really are the best of buds. These two are so silly together. (if you can't tell by the blur, it's Zack and Luke.)

This playdate was during Ro's nap, so she wasn't so happy. Jane took her down the slide to see if she would like it. She did not. Luke took her down a bit later and gave her whiplash. Poor baby. But darling pouty.

Towards the end, I held Ro and tried to keep her happy. She was kissing my face and the next thing I know, she had collapsed on my chest. This happens never. It could have been a great shot of her mullet, but she was sweaty and it was swept to the side. maybe next time.