Feeling Lucky

This is our 2nd full summer at our home on Ely Lake.  And I just love it.  We have had quite the heat spell this July and have spent hours in the water.  The girls are getting braver and more confident in their swimming abilities.  They are OUTSIDE experiencing nature.  They are having too much fun to fight, or nag, or be cranky.  As July is coming to a close, I am feeling a little sad that it's all going too fast.  I kinda wish I could freeze these blue-sky, 80 degree, kids laughing and splashing kind of days.  Here's some moments from "the lake":

Josh got his wish...kids who like to fish! 

The Girls of Summer

Emma is taking advantage of an awesome
slide at the neighbor's dock.

Lexi with her 29" Northern caught on her
rod with a little help from dad.

Maija also enjoys fishing off the dock
hoping for the big one to bite.



Ella and Ero taking the plunge.