The latest

Bode got his stitches out today. It looks good. The dr. said it is healing nicely and gave Bode clearance to swim, so we took advantage of a beautiful day and joined Shannon and Nicolas at the Altoona Aquatic Center. I don't think he will ever get tired of the pool. We have been so busy lately. Mostly because Bode keeps staying up so late that we just don't have time for anything else after he goes to bed. It is hard in the summer to make him go to bed earlier than he goes since he is always having fun. Last weekend, Kurt raced for the first time this year. He decided to go out with one of his friends in the morning for a brief 80 mile ride, so he didn't have a lot of leg left. He still has a ways to go to be at the fitness level he wants to be, but he is working hard. He gets in bike time or running time every day. He is planning to be back to normal for the fall racing. Enjoy the short video of the racers going by. This is what it usually looks like; they all fly by and we try to find whoever we are cheering for. There is also a video of Bode at supper the other night. It was so nice, we ate outside and he was being his normal goofy self.

Bode's firsts

Well, Bode has had a few firsts recently. The first one is play-doh. He discovered the joy of playing with play-doh. He likes the smell, too! He sniffs it and says, "MMM mells good." He had his first "fishing" experience. We got him a Scooby Doo fishing rod. He has been practicing off his play set and in our little pond (until he fell in!). We took him to the pond by the library and tried to catch a fish, but nothing was biting. He enjoyed it even though he didn't catch anything. His most recent first was just last night. He pulled something off our dresser that snagged a decoration of metal and glass. The glass broke and he cut his leg. It was a run to Urgent care for stitches: one big stitch inside and 9 outside. He did very well and after the initial numbing, he just sat on my lap while Dad entertained him with rubber gloves and exam lights! They said he was one of the easiest 2 year olds they have had. Maybe they say that to all the parents, but he did so much better than we thought he'd do! He doesn't seem to be too bothered by it, but he does take steps gingerly! As busy as he is, I'm sure this won't be the last time!

It was a hot day today. Perfect day to go to the pool. That's what every one else thought, too. It was packed. Bode loves going to the pool. He likes going down the kiddie slide and jumping in. Brianna likes the big waterslides, so they both have fun. The neighborhood kids have been hanging out at our yard. They like the trampoline. We had a big water fight today and a game of catch with the football last night. It's been fun! I'm including pictures of the fun. The other picture is of the finished deck. Kurt has been repainting it. It's a little redder than we wanted, but it looks so much better now!

It's in his blood.

Bode loves planes. Must get that from his grandparents.

More summer fun

Brianna started a project this week. She is painting her room. She and her friend Katie started painting Wednesday, she continued Thursday, and I helped her today. Thursday was just too nice to stay inside all day! It was a busy day, too. Mom, Auntie DeeDee, and Grandpa B. came over for lunch. It was Grandpa's first visit since we moved here. I think he enjoyed himself. We sat out on the deck and watched the kids play. Our neighbors were out and Bode loves to play with them. They had fun on the trampoline and spraying each other with a hose. Bode had so much fun that he skipped the nap and was still up until 8:30. He fell asleep today at 10:30 and is still napping, so he's making up for it now! He spent his first night in his big boy bed last night, too. Enjoy the pictures.

Weekend fun

Another fun filled weekend with the Hantelmanns! We enjoyed a nice weekend. Even though there was rain, we managed to fit some outdoor fun during the breaks! Sunday we went to Lake Redrock again. Brianna and her friend Maria enjoyed tubing. Bode is getting more used to the loudness and the wind. Kurt rode his wakeboard. The girls tried the wakeboard, but after so tubing for so long, they just didn't have it in them this time. Brianna wants to do it, so I am sure she'll figure it out! Sunday night a big storm blew through. I wish I had video to show of the swirling clouds directly over our house, but I was a little nervous! The storm missed us, but left some damage in nearby towns. The trampoline continues to be a big hit! The whole neighborhood is enjoying it.

The beginning of summer

So, it's summer break! Brianna is involved in basketball and volleyball this summer. They run skills training and weight lifting. This is at the new high school! She thinks the new gym and weight room is amazing. Well, it is! I'll show a picture or two. Bode enjoys being home or at least with "Mommiah" (that's a new one) and "Branna" during the day. We ran some errands and visited Grandma today. Made a trip to toys r us to find a small kitchen. Bode loves pretending to cook, so we knew he'd love one! I am looking forward to a fun summer of swimming, jumping on the trampoline and just playing around. Photos are of Brianna, Lauren, and Bode playing Mario Cart, new gym/weight room, new auditorium, and Bode playing with his new kitchen.