Our 4th of July was spent in El Paso. The boys and I are home (well my "home") for the summer so that Jackson can be entertained 24/7 and I can care for James.
While its a bit trying since Jack isn't around, both him and I decided this would be beneficial for all parties so that way I can get help with the James, Jackson can swim all day long and Jack can focus on work instead of having to juggle everything all at once. Plus he comes up on the weekends so he says it feels like he's going on vacation every week. Nice.
The 4th was spent at my parents house with some friends, family, dogs and loads of good food. Here I am surfing the internet sans kids, with a great view, all while drinking a beer. This doesn't happen. EVER. See why I like to come home?!?!?!
The kids were napping by the way so it was short-lived but lovely none-the-less. Once Jackson woke up it was
of course pool time...
The lion cub has gotten SOOO good at swimming. Not because I'm his mom or anything, but I'm thoroughly impressed. Also, we've enrolled him in bi-weekly swim classes here in El Paso. It's a different style of lessons than what he's used to and we are hoping his independence in the water continues to grow through the rest of the summer. So far, so good :)
His brother however? Well...
Poor baby James is still a wee one so we aren't pushing anything on him
yet. He actually LOVES the water and I'm thinking I just caught him at a bad time with this try. His bathtub was placed outside, in the shade, next to the pool and full of warm water FYI.
A patriotic dinner...
Jackson heard there were hot dogs involved and came a RUNNIN'.
After dinner Jackson spent the remainder of the night playing with his guests, Luisana and Mara. They are 8 yr old twin girls that come over often and always bring him amazing presents. Jackson is a fan of older kids (especially girls) and they had a blast playing tea party, swimming and having them pull him around in his wagon in my mom's garden. He was in heaven. It was hilarious.
Needless to say both boys knocked out early and we once again missed the fireworks. Ahhhhh well, one day we'll see those darn displays! Happy 4th y'all :)
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