We've been enjoying ourselves since school ended in July, we've been keeping busy and enjoying the sun when it decides to show it's face! We can't believe how soon school will be start again- for us it's September First- so I figured I better get myself caught up on the blogging. Please keep reading there are lots of pictures for your viewing pleasure!
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This week we headed to Windsor to the cottage my in-laws had rented. We were only able to be there for two days, but they were a wonderful two days. We love hanging out with family- and we always have a great time. We did some swimming, boating, canoe paddling and lots of relaxing. We both got some sun, and some sunburn but we are surviving. We got ice cream and did some 9 hole golfing, although chels and I only made it through 4 or 5 holes, it was just tooooo hot! Meals were delicious and my mother-in-law even made home made blueberry pie- so yummy. We watch 17 again which I LOVE!!!!! and also Penelope which is actually a really cute movie which I wasn't expecting- check it out it's cute. We both slept so well there- no light and no sounds other then loons on the lake and bugs! The cottage was wonderful and we hope to go back next year too!
Here is a shot of the fam watching Sarah golf- Peter, Laureen, Brandon, Ryan, Chelsey, Jaccob and Brittany
The newly engaged couple in the canoe, Ryan and Chelsey, her ring was getting sized so I still have not been able to see it!
The cottage- isn't it amazing!
Brittany relaxing in the water
Brandon and I after our first swim of the day
Brandon getting ready to wake board
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Earlier last week we had the three oldest nelson's sleep over. They had been waiting and waiting to come so we finally found sometime and it was a blast. They came over monday and we went and rented a movie and bought some treats. They had a blast watching old cartoons with uncle brandon on his computer and everyone slept fairly well although Sarah does randomly wake up in the middle of the night sit up look around and then go back to sleep-sometimes sitting up and sleeping.
Jake, Sarah and Jess with their Jones Soda- DELICIOUS!
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My aunt julie had a treat this summer all of her kids were home at the same time for a visit and that meant family get together. We went up to my uncle jack's cottage in windsor and had a wonderful get together. We swam, played and ate loads of good food. It was so amazing to see all my cousins and to meet all their adorable children! Come home and visit again soon!
Miss Georgia enjoying her watermelon
all the cousins that were there... so many more missing
Kathy and Suzie and their cute boys Cooper and Ben
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My brother-in-law Jaccob turned 24 this year! His sweet girl friend planned a surprise birthday party for him at Hamachi Steak House in downtown Halifax. We all met there at 7pm and they were supposed to arrive at 7:30... but a busker sidetracked them and they arrived at 7:45- I think he was pretty surprised. It was a great night, the food was amazing and watching it being made in front of us was very cool- one of the chefs was pretty funny! We headed back to the Bing house for cake after- it was a very delicious night!!
Jaccob's birthday card- he really liked it!
Brandon and I watching the food cook- it was quite the show!
The Birthday Boy and his girlfriend Sarah
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We celebrated Two Years of Marriage this month. We kept the day simple, relaxing and fun. We went to the public gardens for a walk and to take some pictures. We had some ice cream and just enjoyed the wonderful weather. The nicest women offered to take our picture which was so sweet. We went to my parents for a pizza dinner with them and the Nelson's it was great to play with the kids- we rode bikes and went to the playground. After we headed out and saw the proposal with Kathy and Jeff- which was a really cute movie. It was a great anniversary, I watched our wedding video it was a perfect day and two years later it's still perfect- I love Brandon so much and although we can drive each other crazy I wouldn't have it any other way.
On the bridge in the public gardens
a self portrait on the bench in the gardens
Brandon's anniversary card- I was so thrilled with how it turned out
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The countdown is ON- Disney in 4 days. I wanted to let everyone know that after some stress and drama everything worked out well and I was able to keep my job at Roots. I'm really happy to get to stay there, and I'm so thankful that it all worked out. It's a great store with wonderful product I'd recommend it to everyone! So we're slowly getting ready for the trip and hoping hurricane bill won't put a wrinkle in our trip because Brandon is way too excited! Hope everyone is surviving and enjoying the heat!!!
8 comments:
Yay!!! Have a great time in Disney! :)
so excited for you to get away to Disney! I am sure it'll be a blast! Looks like a great month so far for you guys and that cottage is quite impressive...more of a house than a cottage!
So much going on! You are such a cute auntie! I'll keep my fingers crossed that nothing puts a damper on your trip. Have lots of fun!!!Will be waiting for pictures.
Nice cottage!!!! Hope that you have a fabulous time in Disney!!!
Your cards are amazing Karen! I hope that you are going into early childhood education. Happy anniversary! Have a great time in Disney World. I look forward to the pictures.
Glad to see that you added me to your list....but it is not a Jackie and Bill page....he may show up on it...but for now it's Jackie's corner
The cottage sounds like so much fun; I love doing stuff like that! We actually have Penolope and we really like it! It's a cute movie! Glad you had a fun anniversary and hope you're having fun in Disney!
Do you have special tools to make cards with? They are always amazing!
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