Happy Memorial Day!

We hope everyone had a good Memorial Day and enjoyed their day off (except for Dan who had to work). First, we would like to take a moment to remember what this day is all about. We want to thank and remember all of the veterans out there who proudly served and sacrificed for this country. We know firsthand what a big sacrifice that can be, and for many it was the ultimate sacrifice. We are grateful for all of these servicemembers for giving us the freedoms that we have today. Delaney will grow up knowing that these are true heroes.

We enjoyed our three day weekend. Well, Dan just had a normal weekend and had to work today, but Delaney and I enjoyed our extra day off. Saturday, she got her first sandbox. I had one growing up and would spend hours in it. Delaney wasn't too thrilled at first and didn't want her feet to touch the sand. Eventually, she warmed up to it, but doesn't actually like the sand on her. She will sprinkle sand on her legs and then immediately brush it off. She is definitely an outside girl and will do anything to spend some time out there. Here she is being adorable in her sandbox.

We set up a new pool for Delaney yesterday and I think she had more fun playing in it empty. Oh, and we blew this whole pool up with a small hand pump. Note to self: Next time buy something a little more powerful to blow up an inflatable pool with inflatable roof! She immediately went over, leaned against the side, and put her arms up on the sides like she was just relaxing as always. Pools are fun!

Grammie Charlene was there to help too!

Today we put some water in the pool and actually let her try it out. Unfortunately, it wasn't as warm today as it has been so it was a little chilly in the pool. Delaney had a grand time sitting on the edge with her feet in and splashing the water around. Plus, she got to try out her new bathing suit! We will try again on a hot day...

We had breakfast this morning with Grandma and Grandpa Bell and Auntie Maddisen. Delaney and her Grandpa had fun wrestling. Although, their dog Scooter always provides much of Delaney's entertainment. This is a raccoon that is huge that I used to play with when I was little and so did Maddie.

Dinner tonight with the McGuires. It was a nice evening to sit outside and have a great family dinner.