Sunday, August 28, 2022

Week 561: August 21 - August 27

 

Look at this 8U Sparks SuperStar!

Being the first one to the festival means no lines!

Refreshing

Last ride of the day!

Heading home from Scotland!

Welcomed home with an awesome surprise from Benny (Madden 23)!

Early morning practice

Back to School!
Baxter - 5th grade - Ms. Rasulo
Bennett - 3rd grade - Mrs. Weber

A bunch of 5th grade buddies 

Block party fun!

More block party fun!

Even more block party fun!

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Scotland Trip : August 11 - 22, 2022


Baxter trying out his racing skills at the Edinburgh National Museum


Baxter and cousin Braden after a hike to the top of Arthurs Peak in Edinburgh


Three amigos taking various historical landmarks in Edinburgh


Baxter enjoying the Royal Mile in Edinburgh


Walking the plank at Blackness Castle in Linlithglow


Sir Baxter, King of Sterling Castle 


Enjoying one of the best castles in Scotland, Sterling Castle


Taking a quick stop to feed the legendary highland cows of Scotland


Another stop at Doune Castle


Taking a minute to enjoy the Kelpies, famous fairies symbolic of keeping children away from water.  The fairy tale goes, if you went by the water unattended, the Kelpies would come out of the water and eat you.


Sir Baxter and the royal guard for the annual Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 


Anxiously awaiting the Military Tattoo ceremony to start


Passing time with a refreshing, ice cold Tenet lager.


Afternoon game of chess at the Falkland Palace


Baxter exploring the underground bunker, that was top secret, to support the Scottish Military during the Cold War


Tee time at St. Andrews Golf Course


Hitting St. Andrews 18 hole putt putt golf course


3 put hole for the Big Dawg


Another day, another castle.  Quick stop at St. Andrews Castle


Baxter taking the wheel on the Endurance, famous ship that lead the search for Antartica by Sir. Ernest Shackelton.


Enjoying a beautiful day on the coast at Wentworth Castle


New fact, Baxter and Teddy Roosevelt both enjoyed time at Wentworth Castle, although Teddy got better service.


One last view of the magical castle and the grounds of Wentworth Castle


Skipping rocks with Uncle Brett and cousin Braden at the North Sea.


After an adventure in the woods, we found the Govan Stones in Troon.  These hidden gems were worth the hike.


One of last trips at the Old Govan Parish Church, that housed many historical Govan Stones from 

 

Monday, August 22, 2022

Week 560: August 14 - August 20

 

Checking out the soup specials after a cold day on the river

Quick stop at a Wisconsin farm

Game Night!

Chopping

Mixing

Baking...Getting the freezer stocked for the school year!

Cruising at Costco

Games with friends

More games with friends

Finally, the wart is gone!

Showing JJ how to make dinner

More fun with friends

A trip to Target!


Lemonade time!  Earning some $ to surprise Baxter with a gift when he gets back!

Snack time!

Happy Birthday, Tommy!

Yum!

Checkout the chain!

Getting back into school mode!

Helping Tommy unwrap his present!