Trying to keep cool...

So, it's been in the upper 90's here lately. This is the time of year that I really miss upstate NY. Yes we had lots of mosquitoes and it was hot with humidity(with no central A/C), but you got some relief in the evenings. Sitting on the porch, feeling the cool breeze and watching the backyard light up with fireflies. Good memories! :)

Anyway, we have a small pool in the backyard and we've "gone swimming" several times and once at Mimi and Pop's on Father Day. The girls LOVE playing in the water and getting wet. Hopefully we'll be able to go to a "real" pool soon but that isn't something I'm doing solo. (That would be a fun post...if nothing horrible happened.) Here are a couple pictures of the girls in their swimsuits. Mimi and Pops have the fancy kiddie pool with a slide. AC wasn't sure about it. :)

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  1. Todd & LeahJune 25, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    Those are some summer cuties in their swimsuits! They look like they are having a ball! EK sports some pretty cute, piggie tails!!!!

    We love summertime, for that reason. Goodtimes outside, with friends and family!

    Isn't it such a blessing to have family live so close!

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  2. Isaiah 19June 26, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    So cute!

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