Gone Fishin'

Harrison and Ryder have been doing some fishing this summer in The Lakes of Prosper.  It's a fun activity that keeps 'em busy.

They have actually caught some fish.  This is one that their friend Ty caught last night.

Of course it's a "catch and release" system around here, but things aren't looking good for this fella.

Look away now if you're squeamish!

Better luck next time I guess.

Did I Mention We Have A Puppy?

Harrison (with Blossom on the right) and his friend Ty got puppies around the same time!

Well, we do have a puppy, and we think she's pretty darn amazing.  Nicole and Melanie have been working with her teaching her to sit (yesterday) and roll over (today).  Blossom's a pretty good student and has learned both of her tricks so far.  In Cuba, where the Havanese breed originated, they were often trained as circus dogs.

Anyway, for a 3 month old puppy, we're pretty impressed.

She can also fetch a ball and bring it back. Although the poor pup is so small her "ball" is one of those 25 cent bouncy balls you can purchase from a gumball machine.

What should we teach her to do next?

Diving For Fun

We had a fantastic week with our Tonini cousins who came to visit.  One of our outings while they were here was to Jack Carter Pool in Plano - a real deal at $3/person.  The kids had lots of fun, avoided major sunburns, and only got scolded by the life guards a couple of times, so I consider it a good day!!

Here are some pictures of their greatest dives.

This is Corina - she wowed us with her beautiful form all day :)

I can't really say the same about Melanie!!

Although this one's a little better. . .

True to form, Nicole's always waving to the camera

The landing on this one ruptured a bunch of blood vessels in her back and left her with a lovely bruise.

Carson looks like he's gonna belly flop.

Harrison's first dive ever!

Ryder's first dive ever - I think he thought he could fly :)

Jacob performed the most flips

And there was a water slide that they had some leisurely fun on.

It was a really great day and we all had lots of fun.  Corina was undefeated in the contest for best and longest held underwater handstand.  You go girl!!!!