Let the games begin

Perfect for the family reunion, Papa cooked up some serious fun and games for the children. "Wow" the kids were well entertained.

First off, The Indian Chief "Wounded Knee" (an old nick name for Doug stemming from the days following a knee surgery) took the kids on an hunt to look for the very ancient burial treasure that would be left behind in our trees in the backyard. The kids looked high and low to find their very own arrowhead neckless. I guess Papa's never heard of "plastic" beads because the neckless' all have real turquoise in them!!! Lucky kids. Now, this was my favorite....watching the kids bob for apples. The kids giggled while dunking their faces in the water in hopes of "catching" an apple. Ellie was the first to score the prize!

What is it about water that makes every child squeal with delight? Next up, Papa brought out waterguns, and water balloons. We started off with a nice water balloon toss, gently tossing the balloon to your partner. You know what came next...Water fight! Balloons were flying everywhere and the wetter the children got the harder they laughed. Summer delights.

The kiddos never really did settle down, but off they went to play on their own. Run through the house. Eat dinner. Have dessert. Spill their drinks. Visit with the grown-ups. The evening came and time for some fireworks and glow-in-the dark fun! The night was electric!

Again, thanks to Gigi and Papa for making this weekend so special. We love you.