July 4th

July 1st found us flying to Minnesota for our yearly trip to visit family at Lake Ada. This year was especially wonderful as all 4 of our kids were able to join us!

The afternoon we arrived, we took the kids to Mall of America where shopping and rides were thoroughly enjoyed.

The next day, we headed up to Lake Ada for fun in the sun and on the water!

Upon arrival, we found Heidi and Mom had designed an area for the kids to play and sleep in. The kids loved it and was a wonderful surprise! Cots to sleep in, a wall for art projects, TV, DVD, and Wii - who could ask for anything more? :)

We could not have had better weather the entire time we were there. Swimming, fishing, boating... so much to do!

Alexis had a blast jumping off the boat! (be sure your sound is on!!) :)

Decorating the boat for the 4th of July parade is always a lot of fun.

We are looking forward to next year!