Kiddie Park

Meme had a whole list of things to do while we were in Cleveland. One of the things on the list was the Kiddie Park. I finally got to drive! I drove a race car, an airplane and a boat. Cousin Tal went with us and so did Aunt Nilly. We had a great time, but man was it humid. We all needed a little refreshment so that we could keep on partying.

Chain Gang

We were working the rock wagon over the week. But, instead of filling it, we were emptying it, into the pond. Babo fills the buckets, we empty them and then we wear them!

Froggy!

Babo caught this poor little froggy in his pond. That is sooooo grooooosssssss! Yuck.

Beer Boy

Babo needed a break from playing with boys some I brought him some liquid refreshment. I snuck a little drink and that is pretty good stuff. What's it called? Next time I may order one of these.

Team Driving

I am pretty sure that this is not what is meant by team driving. This can't be legal.

Peek-a-boo

You shouldn't sneak up on a person like that. You scared the drool out of me!

Parking Lot

Now, back to what is important. Hmmmm, should this one go with the trucks, the silver cars or the convertibles? Maybe I should call Babo, he would know.

Flamingo Girl

Even Cora was able to enjoy the water park wearing what is sure to become a family heirloom. That is one well fed Flamingo!

SPLASH!

We went to the water park today. Man was that cool. A bit scary at first, but really cool. My favorite part was the fountain. It feels kinda weird when it goes up your shorts.

Happy Time

Of course she is happy, she has the coveted spot and she is half naked! Now that is a healthy baby.

Relaxin'

Nothings better than hanging out on the deck after a long hard day of play.

Jumbo Art Time

Sophia stayed with us today and we had art time outside on the deck. Why won't she stop walking on the art? Blasphemy I tell you.

Angelic

Check out my sister, looking all angelic. Don't buy the hype, it's all a ploy. Soon she will sprout horns, take all my toys and break them! Be strong!

Valet

I park 'em tight! And of course in a very straight line. Thank you Babo!

She's one of those!

Just as I thought. She is a thumb sucker. At least we won't be competing for my blanket.

Artwell Family + 1

I couldn't help myself! Don't I look good?

Cora and Mommy

They look like twins, no?

Lookout Mountain Road Hike

We stopped for a hike on the way back from Boulder. Aunt Nilly thought is was really cool.

Kissing Cousins

Well, we aren't really cousins, but we are about as close as it gets. We are kind of like zebras in this photo, it is kind of hard to get a read on who is who.

Daddy's Little Girl

Is anyone else thinking "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas"?

Red Rocks II

We went back to Red Rocks the next day. We walked down to the stage and got to climb around back stage. Very impressive place.

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Red Rocks is only ten minutes from our house. We tried to go Friday night, but it was closed due to the Australian Bee Gees playing that night. So we stayed outside and took some pictures.

Home Stretch

This was the first and last bridge we crossed on the choo choo. It is also where dad lost his Brewers hat! I guess it gives him another reason to go back to Milwaukee.

Modern Day Train Men

We had a great time riding the train. A bit cold at times, but I can't stop talking about "Me, on, train!".

Hot Cocoa

Man, I can't get enough of that hot cocoa!

Silver Plume Stop

The end of the line was at Silver Plume. They sell trinkets and hot cocoa. Aunt Nilly and Tal-Tal seemed to really like it!

Fast Train

Man this thing really moves! Just joking, this engine hasn't moved for years. Got ya though, didn't I?

Peekaboo!

Baby sister Bora didn't enjoy the open air choo choo ride as much as I.

Georgetown Loop Mining Train

Cousin Tal rode the mining train with us while they were here. It was really cool, no literally. It snowed on us during the tour. Did I mention it is the middle of June?

Big Blue Bear

We toured downtown Denver a bit while Linille and Todd were in town. This is the big blue bear sclupture at the Denver Convention Center. He is HUGE!

Balloons

Look, up in the sky! OK, on the ceiling. That is the second balloon we have lost to the ceiling.

My First Crush

Uncle Todd was able to meet baby sister Cora when he, Aunt Linille and cousin Talan came to visit. Cora loves Todd! Good choice Aunt Linille!

Continental Divide Sunset

Sunset at the Nickel's rivals any that I have seen anywhere. As a neighbor said, "It appears that they brought more to the table" when discussing the house purchasing process.

Nacho Libre

You should see me in my tights!

2nd Birthday Party - #3

And check out my newest, noisiest toy. This one is from Memaw. She knows how to pick 'em. Sophia and I have more time out minutes over this toy than any other.

2nd Birthday Party - again

We did all kinds of fun stuff like popping balloons, opening presents, beating up this hanging fish and fighting over the presents after everyone left. Man does Sopia hit hard.