Capilano Suspension Bridge

This morning we went to Capilano Suspension Bridge with Libby and her mom.  Amazingly, I had never been here before. Considering that it's Vancouver's number one tourist attraction, it was due time that I experience the bridge.  We had a great time walking through the trails and on the many bridges.  A great way to spend a summer day!

Cherrio

Love this face.  These days when Lauren starts crying and I'm cooking for doing some kind of household task where I can can't get to her, I just give her a little pile of cheerios.

Raspberry Picking and Cooling Off

On Thursday morning we went raspberry picking at cousins farm. Thanks Rob!!!  There isn't much better than fresh berries!  I had really missed berries while being in Ontario, so this year I'm determined to pick each kind of berry, we're half way there!  I have to admit that I'm missing cherry and peach picking this year, but you can't have everything.

After some picking (and lots of eating), we walked across the street to enjoy my aunt and uncles pool. This is the life!

I was so proud of Sarah and Calvin!  They were going off the slide and swimming by themselves (with life jackets).  What a big day for these kiddos!

Sparkle

We got a slip and slide this week. So fun!  Sarah was sliding the other day and I couldn't help notice the "sparkles" in the water.  Sparkle was the photo challenge them for a website that I recently found, too bad I took the photo the day after the submission deadline.  Oh well, I love how photo challenges help me see the world a little differently, more beautiful and alive.

My Favourites

The people make me smile, they're my favourites (people, that is). Yes, they can drive me a little crazy at times, but I love them madly. Pretty much every morning the kids pile into our bed, then Lauren wakes up and joins in the "fun."  Some days we want them to just get out and get back in their beds. Other days, we try to embrace these moments and actually enjoy the family bed experience. 

I was about to jump in the shower this day and couldn't help grab the camera at this lovely little Ipad sight.

Urban Kids in New West

On Wednesday Rachelle (& Lenora), Debbie, the kids and I went to New West to walk around taking some "urban" pics of the kids.  We had a wonderful time out, went for lunch, shopped at the Salvation Army (got some super cheap Duplo) and went to the Quay.  Such a good day with the kids and friends and even a few photos that make me smile.

Me and my little loves.  We tried so hard to get a pic of all three kids sitting here,but Lauren just wouldn't have it.  So, I joined in and no more tears.

A Day for Whatever

On Thursday I dropped Sarah and Calvin off at my mom's place before heading off to photo club.  The kids stayed two nights (we picked them up this morning).  What an amazing blessing my mom is to us!  So Friday ended up being a day to do whatever we wanted.

We went for lunch to the Boathouse in New West (yahoo for Christmas gift cards), stopped in at the winery (I played with my camera while David checked on wines), had a look around Salvation Army and then headed to Granville Island.  Ah sweet bliss of a day with nothing to do but enjoy each other's company and the beautiful city we live in (or close to it at least).  Michael and Rebecca ended up meeting up with us in Granville. 

For dinner we went to Hub Restaurant in Yale Town where we all met up with Anna and Debbie.  This was Christmas gift card #2 that we got to use. Yes!!  The food was delicious and the company wonderful.  After dinner we walked around the city and enjoyed the sights by the water.  Warm and beautiful, a perfect summer evening.

Thanks again Mom; we had a fabulous day off!  Well mostly off, Lauren is becoming a little handful, as you know.

Lauren

I took some pics of Lauren outside of Abby Printing before photography club this Thursday evening.  Continuing with the urban theme.

Lauren and Lenora

Urban Sarah

Our current photo challenge is "urban."  So the other day the kids were getting a little crazy after nap time and David was still at work, so I put the kids in the van and we drove around the area for a bit to see if I could spot any good "urban" locations and they could find parks.  I found a lumber mill that was closed for Canada day, so I parked and snapped a few photos of Sarah. She was very unimpressed telling me that the place was dirty and gross and not a good place for a photo. In fact, she didn't want a photo there at all since it was too dirty.  So I had my 2 minutes of fun and then it was back in the van. Our mini adventure ended at the school playground.  We were all happy!

I'm really going to have to give this whole urban thing another shot (or two).  I've got some ideas I want to try and several locations.  Just need a cooperative child, Calvin's turn!

Steveston

On Saturday we spent the day in Steveston with Matt and Libby.  We had a wonderful day exploring the little seaside town and looking at the tall ships.

Checking out all the sea food. The kids were pretty curious.

We had Pajos fish and chips for lunch...delicious!

Dollar kids ice cream cones for dessert.  The kids were happy.  Mini donuts from Outpost mini donuts for the adults, super yum!