SummerFest

It was a fun and busy weekend with SummerFest going on. I didn't get to see much of Andrew since he spent most of the weekend hanging out with his friends and enjoying the festivities. Johnathan had to march in the parade with the band, and then he also chose to hang out with his friends after that. What else do you expect from a couple of teen aged boys?

Anyway, that left the little ones with me to enjoy the cardboard boat ragatta. It was a beautiful day, and we had a great time seeing all of the different creations try to make their way across the lake. Here are a few of the more creative entries this year:

I think this was the largest entry. I wasn't sure if those kids would be able to make it anywhere. They had trouble even getting their paddles to touch the water.

I think this one was Em's favorite. She REALLY wanted the ducky to win.

Another pirate ship. This one might have been my favorite this year.

The party barge. These guys had a ton of fun, but it started sinking on them and they couldn't finish.


A very simple yet creative design.

All in all, it was really a lot of fun, and the little ones had a blast watching all the different boats (especially the ones that sank). I think I'm going to try to get my older two boys to build one for Carter next year so he can participate. I'm not sure yet though. We might have to make it big enough that Andrew can go with him. Either way, I'm sure it would turn out to be an experience for them to remember.