Block Party!!!

Well I decided to organize a block party over the 3 day weekend. I only had about 2 weeks planning but turned out better than I expected. We had food, music, fireman & fun. I called the Gurnee Fire Dept to see if they would be able to make it out so the kids can take a look at the fire trucks. Not only did they show up but they brought 2 fire trucks & an ambulance. All the kids were so excited. They let them even climb on top of one of the fire trucks. One fireman was such a good sport, he dressed up in the full outfit, it had to be about 89 degrees that day! When they left they turned on there sirens & lights. I was totally impressed. The kids had a water balloon fight, egg toss & tons of fun on the jumper. All the neighbors who participated were great. Everyone brought food, we had brats, corn, salads, fajitas, chicken, fruit trays, vegetable trays, mostaccolli, sloppy joes & tons of desserts. I think everyone had a great time. We will definitely have a 2nd Annual Block Party!!

Taylor went to the DR yesterday. She weighs 26 lbs & is 32 in tall. She had 2 shots & didn't even make a sound. Very brave! She is at the stage where she is trying to repeat stuff that people say, so cute! She is also very stubborn, takes after her daddy! Owen's 3rd birthday is coming up, can't believe he will be 3! I asked him what he wanted for his birthday, he said "a remote control car, that's it". I said that is all you want? He said yep that's it. Check out the slide show I will post later from the block party.