learning to jump

Last week we went to the pool a few times since it's scorching hot finally warm enough. Raeleigh was unusally timid about the water and chose to sit on the step the entire time.



Rudy on the other hand enjoyed the water.



The next day Raeleigh was back to her old self and couldn't stay out of the water! I spent the majority of my time helping her do this:



We are trying to teach her to kick her feet. *sigh* Maybe by the end of summer. So she can forget and we will have to start all over next year!
Anyway, she is learning to jump thanks to the refreshing feeling of splashing into the pool!







Eventually her Momma will be brave enough to "catch" her when she hits the water instead of holding onto her through every step!

Vacation Pics - Day 3

On Tuesday, we drove into New Jersey and went to Adventure Aquarium. There were about a MILLION school kids there when we got there but eventually they cleared out. All their shirts said "Field Day" which is crazy to me because field days at our schools are spent outside on the football field having sack races, kick ball tournaments, etc.

Anyway, Raeleigh really liked the aquarium. The hippos were definitely her favorite! The ones we saw at the zoo last year were so boring but these swam right up and looked at us! After we left the aquarium we headed to Geno's for a cheesesteak. We had planned to go to the Liberty Bell but I almost had a nervous breakdown driving in downtown Philly. After getting lost 3 times I finally found the interstate and refused to go back into the city! We really didn't think Geno's was that great but it was an experience I guess. Okay, enough rambling...here are some pictures. Let's see if you notice what all the pictures of Raeleigh have in common...it's really becoming a pet peeve of mine!

Summertime! - Part 3

Sesame Place - Day 2

We had more fun on our second day! Raeleigh was in a better mood and stayed awake for the parade! It was raining at the beginning of the parade but we just huddled under a towel to stay dry! We came back for the night parade and it was SO much better! If you ever go to Sesame Place be sure to watch the 7:00 parade!

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Wordless Wednesday

More pictures soon I promise!

I have TONS of pictures to share from vacation and I promise to get to that soon! Brandon and I have spent the last few days putting in job applications for him and taking my resume to all the elementary schools in our county. So far I have met with 2 of the 5 principals. I know all of them but I am trying to get my name/face out there! Our Superintendent called me yesterday and asked me to come to his office. He told me he only had 5 positions to fill for next year and over 50 applications! He is the one who suggested going to meet with all the principals since they will recommend who they want for the positions at their school. Please say a little prayer that I am one of those lucky 5! Also, please pray that Brandon finds a job soon...he has been laid off for 6 months!

Sesame Place - Day 1

Sesame Place is awesome! I didn't want to leave! Raeleigh loved meeting all the characters and the parade was definitely the best part! We have already decided to come back when Rudy is bigger. Here are some pictures from our first day. We had such a great time!