Snapshots of Summer

We have enjoyed a lovely summer around here - I don't know the last time we've had so many hot, sunny days.  I'll admit I've done my fair share of complaining - I have been sooo hot - but really, it has been lovely, too.

The end of June found us traveling south to Oregon where Seth was helping out at a writer's conference, and we got to tag along for a little mini-vacation!

Otherwise, we've mostly been home, with a few fun day trips thrown in for good measure.  

We've been spending lots of time soaking up the sun and the kids have been loving their new kiddie pool - it's a little more their style than the sprinkler, although we have used that some, too.