I'm doing better at enjoying the moments, instead of being consumed by all the work that needs to be done. Here is some of the random summer joy I've found the past couple of weeks.

Little Boy had to get in on the "treats on the towel" action too!
(Older Boy and Little Boy have ice cream; Little Boy goldfish crackers.)

"Your pasta is perfect for pick-up-sticks, Mom!"

Elli had such fun playing in the water at the Children's Museum

Nothing beats hot chocolate on a cold
June morning
after swimming lessons at the outdoor pool.

A little preview of Older Boy with a mustache.