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Johnson Family Campout

Another camping trip. Have you noticed that they have all been at the lake. In our opinion if your going to be at a campground you better be on water. Unless you backpacking then you can be in the wilderness. The Johnson Family Reunion was at a little lake called Lake Wapato which is next to Lake Chelan. I was fun especially because my Uncle had just got a boat and my Dads cousin brought his boat for us to borrow. The weather was once again amazing so it was great to be on the water. And after a few snags like broken boats we got to do some wakeboarding.

Here are pretty much the only pictures I took all weekend and they were all of when Sean, Michael, Dad, Dave, Mae and I went out and the engine started smoking. So dad killed the engine and Sean, and Michael pushed us. Dad with very little help from Dave paddled us in. Mae and I just looked cute and took pictures.

Sean and Michael worked really hard back there, especially when Dave was splashing then with his Ore.

I think we were almost back at this point.
We made it back safe and sound. Just in time for some Boccie Ball, Reading (the Twilight Series final book), Visiting with relatives, and actually roasting hot dogs on the fire. I must say I prefer them on the BBQ.
This was our third and final camping trip. It was a ton of fun, but I'll tell you what we were so happy to be home and its taken me this long to get everything put away and the house back in order.

McNards At Priest 2008

The McNard camping trip has been happening for at least the 20 years give or take, and I have been lucky enough to go the last 8. When I say lucky I really mean it not just cause the people are cool but the scenery is absolutely amazing. This year the weather was perfect and the shirts were awesome (yes we have camp shirts). We did a few things different this year that helped make it more enjoyable for everyone. One of the biggest things was that we all took care of one meal, cooking and cleanup. So the rest of the time we could just relax a bit more. Another thing that didn't happen this year but was decided on for years to come is the t-shirt design contest. Every New Years we will be submitting and voting on that years camp shirt design. But this year Bens girlfriend Megan drew them up for us.

Here's a few pics of us all in our shirts. Mae, Quinner, and Momma Rach.

Yup we even had one made for Mae so cute. If you double click on this picture you can see the design of 2008. We had to get a family picture of Maes first year.
Yikes here's Mae and I standing in front of the roots of a tree. On our way to the talent show that Ben, Katie, and Caden won!
Mae loved to float with whoever would float with her. She spent alot of time with Gma Mac on the floaty but I didn't get a picture of it.

Also the morning of this day a Moose ran right through our camp like 25 feet away from me it was so crazy. I'm pretty sure he went through the camp every day we were there, but I only saw him once. Mary and Quinn got pics that they will hopefully post.
Taking a break from the sun (yes I do get in the shade sometimes).
We also went on this awesome hike that I didn't take any pictures of, but Mae was a trouper the whole time up for anything.

Big Girl

Mae looks like such a big girl sitting here in Madi's Dora chair. It freaks me out how old she looks sometimes.

Poor Poor Mae

I hope that you are all going back a month with me since I have some major catch up to do.

This was one of those moments when your baby is so mad but you have to got the camera out to take a picture and your laughing the whole time. Poor Mae crawled all the way out of the bedroom stuck in Seans gym bag.

She was pretty pissed that it was taking me so long to get her untangled. Poor poor Mae.

Say What?

Oh my gosh I'm actually posting a blog. No pics cause that required an extra step. But I'm going to fill you in a little bit on why I have not blogged in forever.

I left off after our trip to Seattle. We then headed off to the McNard Family Camp Out at Priest Lake.

We had a week or so of lots of dinners and parties with friends.

Then we had our 3 year anniversary. Which I can't believe happened already.

Mae had her 9 month Well Baby appt.

After that another camping trip with the Johnson Clan at Wapato Lake (right next to Chelan)

And finally this past weekend Sean worked the USATF Masters Tournament at SFCC. Which was amazing to watch. Competitors ages ranged from 30 to at least 95. Don't be surprised if Sean and I do it one day. It was very inspirational.

Finally today we actually get to spend some time at home. So its filled with cleaning, laundry, and yard work.

A Moment

So Mae is peacefully playing by herself on the floor and what do I do I take the time to read everyones posts and comment. Thus leaving no time to post with pictures. Well I plan on doing that tonight I think. Well only if I finish New Moon by Stephanie Meyer, which I can't put down. Except to blog stalk. Speaking of Blog stalking check out my new blog with my sisters. Because I Said So, its just random thoughts and finds from 3 sisters with kids. I think its totally fun.

Black Eye

I keep forgetting to post this, but on Nathens Birthday Mae was on the couch with Sean and Gabe when she decided to jump off head first. As you can see she landed right on her face and gave herself a black eye.

Weekend In Seattle

We headed across the state for the weekend of the 4th. It was an awesome trip, and full of fun. We hit up Pikes Place Market, helped Brook and Dave with their house (well Sean did I hung with Mae outside), 2 family bbq's and a trip to the U Village so I could go to a J Crew store since I only have shopped it online. Well that about sums up the weekend so now onto the the pics and captions.

Self explanatory. Pikes Place Market sign and the beginning of our weekend.

Mary, Sean and Mae after we went to Old Navy to get Mae a sweatshirt and some pants since it was so bloody cold in Seattle. We all took turns holding Mae in the Sling and Mary was first. Mae was kinda mad to get squished in because she is getting pretty long, I need to read the directions to learn the hip hold.
Mae and the Golden (Bronze) Pig. I was so excited to see this and take Maes picture on her. Yes the pig is a girl and believe it or not her name is Rachel. We found that out as we were about to leave and saw some shirts that said Rachel The Pig with a picture of the Golden Pig. I of course bought one. The reason I so wanted to take Maes picture on Rachel is because Mae was born in the Year of the Golden Pig, apparently a very lucky year.

I need to crop out the crazy lady standing next to us.
After more wondering around we ran into one of those creepy Fortune Teller booths. Mae was very intrigued by it and she even pushed the button herself (with Seans help).
She really wanted to touch the Fortune Teller.
She got her fortune and she was very excited to to hold onto it. And to tell you the truth we read the card but we can't remember what it said. It was pretty cheesy I know that. About 5 minutes after she got it she proceeded to drop it. At least it was only 50 cents and I got some cute pictures.

We then saw these street performers who were amazing. They were singing Old School songs accapella. Mae was in a great mood so she decided to tip them a dollar.
These next 2 pictures are so funny. I love these cut out head boards. When you see one you just have to do it. I didn't even look at the picture on the front until after the picture which makes it even funnier.
Oh so cute Bro and Sis.
Self portrait.
After the Market we headed over to Brook and Daves new house so Sean and Mary could work on it with them. I didn't take any pictures there but they are doing some major work. I know Brook will be blogging it one of these days so I will keep you posted when she does then you can stalk her blog and see the transformation. Then Seans Cuz Stephanie had us over for a very nice bbq to complete the evening.

It was a fun 4th but weird because we were not at the Lake watching the fireworks. In fact we didn't even watch any on the actual 4th.
Although we didn't watch any Fireworks on the 4th we did watch a great show on the 5th at Matt's house. The fireworks were after an awesome day filled with Golf, Pickle ball, Basketball, Volleyball, Ping Pong, good food and good company with Seans dads side of the family (who we don't see very often so it was really great to see them)
Here we are watching the fireworks. Sean finally came up to check on us and watch them with us since he had been playing so hard all day. I'm glad he had so much fun though.
Mae wasn't afraid of the Fireworks, she just watched them and sat there. Maybe she squealed with delight a few times but I honestly can't remember. I do love her face though because you can tell that she like it.
Say What?
She was getting so tired it was way past her bedtime, well way past everyones bedtime.
She finally passed out on Marys lap holding the Glow In The dark Golf ball that cousin Matt gave her. She loves that ball just staring at it when its flashing red. I will say even I want to stare at it when it is flashing red.
Yup It was a fun weekend full of good memories and fun. But I will say we have been so busy that we couldn't wait to get home. Mae was pretty excited to get home too. I've even kept the activities to a minimum since we've been home and we're all feeling much more relaxed.

Aunt Jamima

It has been so crazy hot the last few weeks, and I love it. But Miss Mae took a little while to get used to it. So when we went out to take the Boat back to Seans parents house we made a pit stop @ Auntie Betty, and Uncle Joes pool to cool her off. Before we got there though we were soaking her receiving blanket in water to keep her cool in the car.

When we got to the pool it was blazing hot and not really any shade. So I came up with another brilliant plan and wrapped her head in the receiving blanket Aunt Jamima style. Then proceeded to take a million pictures.

Mae and Auntie Betty floating along.
Ok so I'm ridiculous with all the pictures. But this is my baby book for Mae so you can just deal.
Drinking some delicious water out of the cap. I really just love her so dang much!