Soccer Sept 10-11

Zach had his first game of the Fall and Meg's team had their first non-tournament game. Zach's team won, while Meg's lost.

Labor Day with Grandma in Michigan

We had a wonderful time in Michigan with Grandma Chris. We visited Glen Arbor, the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, Glen Haven, Frankfort, and Pointe Betsie. Unfortunately, it was a little cold for swimming, but still beautiful.

1st Travel Soccer Tournament

This weekend Meg had her first tournament. She volunteered to be goalie twice and did a great job making a ton of saves in her first game, which they won. They lost their second game, but not by much. Sunday morning we faced a really good team and the girls held their own. Meg was on goal again, and they scored 2 goals on her. Her team lost 1-3, but that was much better than the previous opponents who had lost to that team 0-5 and 0-7. We're looking forward to a soccer filled Fall.

Downtown Chicago 8/19

Downtown Chicago 8/19, a set on Flickr.

Today we decided to head downtown to see the planes practicing for the Chicago Air and Water Show. We visited the Federal Reserve Money Museum, Daley Plaza, Mag Mile, Fountains, Millenium Park and enjoyed the Grant Park Symphony and Chorus performing Verdi's Requiem.

Michiana Shores with Hogans

Michiana Shores with Hogans, a set on Flickr.

Wednesday we had a great time visiting friends in Michiana Shores. Who knew Indiana could be so beautiful?

Chicago Botanic Gardens

This morning we headed north to enjoy the Gardens. We had a beautiful walk and found some areas we hadn't explored before. We had planned to hit the pool in the afternoon, but rain spoiled our plans... maybe tomorrow.

Meg enjoyed her first week of travel soccer. Of course the best part was all the cool uniforms she received at the end of the week... pictures to come soon.

Soccer Camp

The kids had a great time this week at soccer camp, despite the heat. They learned alot from some great coaches.

Wednesday we took a little break from camp and used the free passes they earned to Six Flags. It was busier than we expected, but we still had a good time.

Michigan Vacation 2011

We had a great time on vacation, with lots of time in the lake
Saturday - Arcadia Daze
Sunday - Elberta Beach, Tubing, & Big Family Dinner
Monday - Dune Hike, Glen Haven, & North Bar Lake
Tuesday - Frisbie Golf at Crystal Mountain
Wednesday - Kayak Crystal River
Thursday - KneeBoarding and Lynx Ship Tour
Friday - Traverse City Film Festival Kid Fest & Esch Beach
Saturday - Ludington Dunes on the way home