Summer Days

The summer days are coming to an end. Trying to not make them too exciting or they won't be excited for school. But I realize I haven't posted in a while :)

Today, Peyton had 2 neighbor friends over for lunch and a movie. They had a lemonade stand together earlier this summer and wanted to spend their profits. They watched a Christmas movie in August, but seemed to love it.

Luau Party

Peyton celebrated her 8th birthday party today with a Hawaiian/Water party.

The kids painted flower pots, played games led by the 3 older girls (thanks girls, you did great!), ate snowcones and got wet in the slip-n-slide. Peyton can pretty much count on a sunny birthday. Today was no exception, I think it was 94 degrees.

All the kids got wet and I think it was a success.

Party Time

We celebrated Peyton's birthday a week early with her friends this morning.

We met at the playground and started with a wild game of kickball. Aunt Kristi and Uncle Wayne were required to play and Peyton requested Uncle Wayne be on her team. :)Then, we walked back to our house for lunch, cupcakes and a couple games. The menu was all Peyton's requests: sandwiches, pirate booty, fruit and soda!

walking home

Peyton's buddy Carson

the wild table

embarrassed when everyone is singing "happy birthday"

water relay raceone of wayne's many duties: a list of who gave what present
water balloon toss

All in all, a great summer birthday!