20 Year Class Reunion

Last night was my 20 year high school class reunion. It was also George's birthday so we decided I should be the designated driver so George could have a couple of drinks and enjoy himself (since he only knew 3 people who were attending!). We had a fun time and I caught up with some classmates I had not seen in over 10 years.

One of our classmates is a professional photographer who brought a "photo booth" to the event. George and I took these pictures. We enjoyed using the props he brought!

Should I call him Elton (as in Elton John)! And remember

I was the designated driver so these shots were not white-wine

influenced!

Camping!

My buddy Mike once again set up our yearly camping trip to Pawtuckaway. He really outdid himself this year, getting a great waterfront site with lots of privacy. We all had a great time kayaking, fishing, enjoying the fire and spending time with friends.

Here you can see our tent and kayaks, right on the water!

Within 5 minutes of pulling into the site, Ben fell and opened a large gash in his knee. Thanks for packing bandaids Jen!

The kids quickly found their favorite toy, a tree that had partially fallen into the water...

...and their favorite activity, playing with fire!

Ben enjoys a smore in his own special way.

Jacob found a great spot to pull in the fish.

And of course, it wouldn't be camping without a few beers around the fire with friends!

Fisher Cats

For Father's Day we gave my dad tickets to a Fisher Cats game. The game took place on Monday. We had a nice time at dinner before the game at the Strange Brew and then a fun time at the game. Our seats were in the front row right beside the away team's bullpen. We got sprayed with dirt from pitcher's cleats when they were warming up in front of us. Crazy!

Enjoying ourselves - I think Benny is too!

The boys - with their Yankees hats (not my Dad though -

a native New Yorker who likes the Red Sox!)

My mom and I.

The pitcher who got dirt on us. Will he be a future Yankee star?

Unexpected Visit!

Our good friends, the Eberhardt family, stopped by for a visit during their east coast road trip. We had a great time - relaxing by the pool, a nice cocktail (or two) for the parents, and s'mores and sparklers after dinner. What else do you need?

The kids in the pool.

Go Ben. See you later Alligator.

Jump Mack!

Chef George.

Yummy dinner.

Me and Julie.

Fun with sparklers.

On the Lake

On Sunday morning we went kayaking on the lake and took the whole family this time. George and Benny were in the double. Jacob and I had our own singles. We wore Jacob out but had a good time.

Jacob deciding on his next move...

Jacob and I in the home stretch.

Benny and George.

Up to Portland

We helped move some furniture from Portsmouth to Portland for my sister Michele today. Michele thanked us by getting us tickets for the Portland Seadogs baseball game. It was so hot at the ballpark that we only lasted 3 innings. We had a great time though. Here are some pictures from the day:

The boys battling the sun. (Notice those Yankee hats!)

Jacob, Michele, George and Mr. Lewis.

Michele is not pleased with the Yankee fans!

The boys enjoying a beer.

The other boys enjoying a "Sea Biscuit" ice cream treat!

Kayaking

George and I went kayaking on Saturday morning. The boys were having a sleep over at my folk's house so we had some time to ourselves. It was a beautiful morning and we went for a long trip around the lake. I was so tired and sore today!

Doing my best to paddle.