Full Swing into Summer!!!

Memorial Day weekend was spent on our annual trip to visit the Somerset's in Tallahassee. The trip almost did not happen this year because they had relatives staying with them for the first part of the summer. Once we convinced them to give Josh's brother and sister the boot, our visit was back on!

Our kids love the Somerset kids and always look forward to the trip. Naomi described their friendship the best when trying to explain who we were to a friend. She said... "I think they are our cousins or something."

The kids loved the fact that they have a pool in their backyard. Here we caught Catie in the beginning stages of the belly flop.


Jackson enjoyed running on the treadmill in the workout room. I hope he is ready for the Possum Trot 1 mile fun run next week!

Usually Abster is not this cheerful in the morning. But, she is ready for a fun day at the park.

Jackson was engaged with the giant "Simon" light game. It looks easier than you think!

Naomi did a great job keeping the Schwartz kids balanced.

The week after Memorial Day was the annual Macon Rock and Roll triathlon. Stiv and Ann have not had much time to train, so decided on the sprint triathlon. John and Ann H. did the half-ironman race. As in previous years, it was about the hottest day of the summer so far... 96 degrees!!


Ann coming in on her sweet ride, looking excited to see the family cheering for her.


Stiv is looking strong heading out onto the run. Notice the high shoulders, a sure sign of someone about to struggle...

The two lion cubs waiting for John and Ann to finish the Half. The kids did fantastic waiting out in the sun for hours and hours.

We found a nice spot to watch the race in the shade. Once again, Grandma and Grandpa braved the heat and watched the kids during the race. Jackson took control of Stiv's new finisher's hat.

Here comes Uncle John ready to dismount his bike...

We are all patiently waiting for Ann H to come down the home stretch in the last leg of the race, a 13.1 mile run. Finishing was an accomplishment on a day like this one; the heat was stifling and most people ended up walking a portion of the run. Both John and Ann had great finishes.

And here she comes, looking strong with her signature wave. Only four more months to train before her first full Ironman!!!

Ann finished 2nd overall in the Master's Division and showing off her hardware.

After the race, we enjoyed a dip in the lake to cool off.

Sometimes miracles do happen!! Jackson has been hanging onto his training wheels like they were his last friend in the world. A new bike and some patience finally worked!

People always say not to put a pool in as you never get your money out of it when selling. But, we decided to go for it anyway... life is too short! And here it is... our new pool, $7.99 at Toys 'R Us. The kids loved hanging out in our new addition and the neighbors are very jealous! This is sure to improve our resale value.

No idea what this face is all about our or why it made its way onto the blog...


Swimming and silly karate could only happen at our house.


Abster and Jax have always had a special bond that is fun to watch.