Trout Lodge Day 2

My cutie Jo got to do a pony ride while the big kids made rockets.  She rode the biggest horse, and it made me nervous.  The guide kept saying "this horse likes to run & is not used to just walking around."  Telling me that did not make me feel too comfortable, but we made it around the pasture two times without an incident!

Anna Jones & Jo on their horses!  Too cute!

So the "big kids" made rockets & the launch was at 11am!  They all patiently waited to for their turn....

All successful rocket launches - super cool!

Trout Lodge Day 1 continued...

Wall climbing was our late afternoon activity, and it was incredible!  It is physically hard but it is also a mental challenge!  I was so proud of my daughters - they both made it to the top & I know they struggled but were so determined.  They made me want to to do it as well, and it is really something to remember.  It gave me chills as they all rooted for their friends & parents & offered encouragement all the way up the wall.  I'm proud to have such great kids!!

Rosie & Megan making their way to the top!

Anna challenged my friend Carrie, and they had a blast!  Anna is little but mighty!

Touch the top of the wall & then repel down! My competitive spirit got the best of me, and so Pat King & I climbed it at the end!  So glad I did it! 

Trout Lodge Day 1

We are having the greatest time at Trout Lodge.  The weather could not be more perfect for our three days.  The best thing from a mom's perspective is the meal program - cafeteria-style home cooking - no clean up & delicious & way too many choices!  The kids can run & play for hours outside & we have the place to ourselves (most Spring Break weeks were in March).  We started today off with archery, rode bikes, alpine swing, miniature golf & more bike riding.  While Jo naps, the girls are doing arts & crafts & then it is off to the Pike's Peak for wall climbing!

Rosie doing the Alpine Swing!!  Woohoo - it was crazy - yes, I decided to do it as well & what a rush!!!

Too small to do Alpine Swing but she is happy riding a bike!!

Party On!

Stephanie turned 21 in February, and her cool aunts finally took her out for some cocktails!  She chose the casino which was something different for all of us.  We didn't win (or lose) too much - we mainly played the penny slots.  We forgot that smoking is allowed at the casino so after an hour or so, we ended up at a restaurant/bar buying her more drinks!  Very fun & good to be with my sisters & my awesome niece!

Having a bite to eat before we tried to win the big bucks!

Stations of the Cross

We attended Stations of the Cross at St. Norbert parish, and they were amazing!! The 8th grade class acted them out, and it was the most incredible, moving ceremony that I've seen.  Adam was Jesus in one of the Stations, and he did an incredible job.  I was so glad to be there - what a great way to start Holy Week.  Thank you Mary for making sure I got there to see my cool nephew & let him know how proud we are!  I am so excited for his Confirmation & ready to be his sponsor!  We love you Adam!

Grandma & Adam!

GO BLUES!

We went to the STL Blues vs. Nashville Predators game last night.  Unfortunately, we lost 2-3 which is a total bummer - looks like a very low chance of making the playoffs now.  We had lots of fun going to the game as a family though!!  Rosie is totally into the game (like her dad), Anna likes the food & Jo likes Louie (the Blues mascot)!  She kept asking why Louie wouldn't come to her seat?  So cute!  We tried to wave & yell to him to come see us but he didn't hear our cries!  Next time...

Daddy's little Blues girl!

Soccer Buddies

Anna & three friends are doing a soccer camp for 6 weeks at the indoor soccer arena, and they are doing GREAT!  I can't believe how much better their ball skills are coming along.  Great coaches & they are having fun too.  They would do anything as long as they are together!!!

Anna, Caroline, Taylor & Hailey

Every Friday is Fish Fry at St. MM & then over to the soccerdome.  Kinda like not having to figure out what to make for dinner on Fridays!