Around our house today...

Sorry it's been a while since we've posted anything. To be honest, I just lost a little steam. Something cool though: we just sold our old camcorder and were able to get a Flip-type that hopefully will enable us to post videos easier. The old camera was a little tedious with a couple things, and this should go smoother, plus the video quality is much better.

With that in mind, I thought I'd post what's happening at our house today...in the field joining our house, our landlords are having a little work done - breaking up some rock so they can clear it. Not sure what is going to be built, but it takes a lot to break the rock up. They're using a pneumatic arm that is annoying...personally, I'd rather they just rigged up some dynamite and got it over with. You can hear the noise, but if you really want to experience this, you need the help of a friend (or other kind of volunteer). FIrst, play the video. Second, in time with the rock being pounded, have someone gently knock you in the head with the back of their fist...not hard like a punch, just a little pulse so you can feel it. Now, imagine that all day.

And oh yeah, some friends of ours just got here for a visit with their 2 month old son...and he's trying to nap. Good times.

Beautiful Sunday...

We actually had a really nice day on Sunday. The skies weren't exactly clear, but it wasn't rainy, making for a great day. Nice and warm(ish) and just a day you need to get out and be outside. Since I'd been away, our family really needed to get out away from the house and just hang out together. One of the neighboring villages has a brand new playground that the girls love, so we loaded up the car, grabbed the camera and headed out. Simple day really, and we weren't there for more than an hour, but it was worth it...just a sweet, sweet day. Here's some pics for you...

Close up of Hannah...

...and one of Cailyn

Cailyn is getting so big! She's getting better on the "big girl" swing!

Hannah recently has mastered the fire-pole slide...but, as you can see, it still requires ultimate concentration!

Here's a fun toy...it's an uneven ring that circles around the track. It's fun to get a few people on it and spin them around...the uneven-ness makes it hard to stay on! Jen was a willing sport...

And alas, a father's day is not complete without a little relaxation, am I right?