Grandpa Joe and Grammy Dayle

Today we took Grammy Dayle and Grandpa Joe to our favorite park, Watkins. This is the third time this summer we went to the park. We packed a picnic lunch, visited the farm, rode the train and of course rode the carousel. Peter has given many kisses and hugs this visit and he is talking up a storm! Grammy Dayle and Grandpa Joe are only here for a short visit, they head home on Saturday.

Quiet Waters, Annapolis

I am amazed at how many wonderful parks I have found this year. Today we were up very early and out of the house by 9:00. Not on purpose. We took Kahlua and Peter to this wonderful park called Quiet Waters. The park was enticing because it had a dog park and a doggie beach. When we drove in the park official handed Kahlua a dog treat. I was amazed at how many dogs were there. I counted at least 15 swimming. Peter got to splash his feet in the river, I am thinking it is the Severn River. He was also greeted by a puppy just his size. We walked around the trails to the playground and then headed home. Needless to say Kahlua and Peter were both asleep before we hit the highway!

National Harbor

Today we ventured to the new National Harbor in Prince George's County. The area is still under construction, but clearly has the potential to be a fantastic tourist resort for the DC Metro area. Peter saw the "Awakening" statue which was moved from Haines Point in DC to the harbor area. He loved the Gaylord hotel and convention center gardens and especially the fountains. We had a very nice day despite the heat and the fact it rained on us.

National Night Out

We began our day by taking a bike ride to the local fire station for a tour. This was arranged by the mom's group. Peter was still recovering from his week with Dustin, and was wearing his "cranky pants". He didn't have any interest in playing with the hose or even driving the truck. I did convince him to cooperate for some photos.

That evening we had our National Night Out at the lake. There were several water rides, a train, popcorn, and other food. Peter got to pet a pony and enjoyed a slice of pizza with Nanny.

Bookends?

Just wanted to share these pictures. They were taken at two different times at Watkins Park. Peter was there in late May and Dustin just last week. They are taken on the same tree stump.

Carrie and Dustin's departure

We drove up to Pennsylvania to return Carrie and Dustin to Wendell and Annette for the last leg of her American Vacation. It was sad as we were leaving, I know that Peter will miss Dustin and Aunt Carrie. We had specific instructions to capture all the grandchildren in pictures for Nana. Easier said than done. We dressed them all in similar "Roots" clothing, and I just kept clicking away, hoping to get a good shot.

Gymnastics on Friday

Peter can now say Gymnastics on Friday. So of course we took Cousin Dustin to Gymnastics! The gym is in transition between instructors and the woman working with the kids wasn't like our previous instructor. However the kids had fun! Dustin climbed and bounced and rolled. Peter jumped and climbed and was swinging as usual.