Swim Buddies

We've been enjoying lots of playtime with friends this summer. A few weeks back, we kept Cora and Claire for an afternoon and had so much fun hanging out with these adorable sisters. It's always so interesting to hang out with little girls since I live in a boy's world.

The girls tolerate my presence but they absolutely adore having Michael's attention. From sitting next to them at the kids' table to playing pirate ship in our living room chairs, everyone wanted "Mikey" (as they call him) to be with them at all times.

Enjoying a strawberry popsicle treat

Making up pirate ship games in our swivel chairs. Could a few more folks fit in one piece of furniture?! (Disregard the half-way remodeled built-ins in the background, more on that soon)

We also recently hosted a swimming play date with one of Gray's kindergarten classmates, Stella. Apparently she is not his girlfriend, but they have plans to get married someday. Stella's mom and little brother Ben also joined in the fun. It turns out they live within walking distance, so I'm sure we'll be seeing more of them this summer. 

Ben wasn't very fond of the pool, but had a blast with the bubble gun

Stella and Gray drying off

Making up games to entertain themselves

We are very fortunate to have so many kiddos close by who are around Gray's age. It is always entertaining to see them interact and watch their imaginations at work.