Summer has been full of all kinds of fun. We've spent time with friends in Buffalo, gone to the Cape and even managed an impromptu playdate with the extended Union family of honorary cousins, Aunts and Uncles. Fortunately, despite all the rain in June, we've managed to get a little sun and be outside.
Austin has quite a few words (no, shoe, juice, bear, pool, more, mama, dada, banana), where Chase is determined to speak in phrases. He can babble through an entire meal and still manage to finish his food. We aren't sure what he's saying but he talks with his hands and seems quite intent on getting his point across. They are still using their sign language but less and less with more verbal expression coming into daily requests. 
The boys have a little car and I'm thinking an ant farm is in their future given their fascination with these creatures. Maybe next summer, but not in our house! Sorry Aunti Lys - I know this must horrify you! Finally, we are able to enjoy some of the local playgrounds. It has taken a while to make a trip to these fun spots worth it. The boys love slides, Chase could swing for hours and any suspended bridge gets lots of attention. We're thinking Story Land is in our fall plans? Anyone want to come with? I hear there is a fun water area there so maybe September?
August is hopefully going to be low key. The boys will get to see both of their great grandmothers and all their Union friends. Almost 20 of us with kids in tow for a whole weekend - should be a blast!
Here are some shots of our latest escapades. Enjoy and keep doing the sun dance - it's working lately!
