Not a "One Book" Kind of Kid

 During the summer, in order to earn Kindle/screen time, Ramsey would read books, do writing or math in his 2nd and 3rd grade workbooks, complete STEM activities, etc.

Today, he decided to read... a lot.  And work in his Star Wars workbook.   Apparently one book at a time just isn't sufficient!   Two books and a workbook.  Whatever works!

Little Eagles Soccer Camp

 The yearly Little Eagles Developing Champions soccer camp was a success once again.  

Ramsey had so much fun!  They played "Sharks & Minnows", worked on ball handling, plus practicing and completing drills for all facets.

The three-day event was an hour long practice each day.  While Ramsey participated, I chatted with friends/acquaintances that I hadn't seen since last soccer camp... or longer!   

Ramsey is in the second row, just left of middle, one of two little boys with glasses.  (My friend Teri's little boy is the guy next to him.... also with glasses.)

Fabulous at 50!

 Eric turned the BIG 5-0 this year!  Fifty never looked so good!

The day was rather low-key.  Eric did his usual "day stuff", I worked, Connor worked, and Ramsey had soccer camp that evening.  

In the evening, Connor had left after work to "help a friend in need" who had to move (a few hours away).   We will have a yummy supper and spoil Eric more this weekend.

A Fruitful Day of Fishing

 Now that Eric is semi-retired, he can do just about anything he wants, just about whenever he wants!  So, when one of his buddies calls him up on a Sunday to go fishing on a Monday, there are no reservations!

After a jaunt to one of the week's "hot spots" a few lakes away, Eric came home with his limit.  They had actually caught their limit quickly.  

Eric wouldn't pose for a picture, but Ramsey was more than happy to! 

Check out the shirt.  hehe!!

First Time @ the New Library

 So... we've had a new library in town for a few years.   Previously, Ramsey had been there on a field trip with his Pre-K class.   Admittedly, I'd never been.   But, with Ramsey's love of reading (and books getting incredibly expensive!!!!), it was time to go in and get him (and me too) a library card!

I was amazed when I walked in - what a fun place!  - Tons of books (of course), games (inside and outside), drop-in rooms, and everything is electronic (you can check your own books out).  

After playing on the "bubble wall", we learned more about the library and then found all kinds of amazing "graphic novels" for Ramsey.  Since getting a set of Dog Man books for Christmas, he's been obsessed with this particular author.  So... we got more Dog Man books, "Cat Kid" by the same author (Dav Pilkey), "Captain Underpants" (again, same author as Dog Man), and also some Star Wars Jedi Acadmy books.

Above: Happily posing with new library card and one of the new treasures he found.

When we got home, he couldn't wait to read his books.  So, he found a nice spot on the steps (?!?!) and started his reading adventure for the evening.

We go back weekly for more books to read!  What an awesome place!

A Boy and His Dog

 Beautiful evening on the lake.... 

Ramsey learned to play Cornhole.  He's extremely competitive, so he wasn't pleased if he had a complete flub.

This summer (at The Girls' bonfire), he finally tried roasted marshmallows.  He loves them!  He still won't eat the marshmallow with the chocolate and graham cracker for the s'more though. 

I love this picture; "A Boy and His Dog".  :-)

A Last Hurrah

 As noted in a prior post, Connor's Mom, stepdad (Kevin), and brother Bridger are moving in August.  (Connor's Mom and Bridger had been in the new town for about a year already, awaiting Kevin's job transfer.) We hadn't seen Bridger much this last year since he was gone.  But, when we do, Ramsey treasures the time and covets another trip.

Bridger stayed with us for three days.   Connor had to work during the day, but Ramsey and Bridger had a ton of fun.

This was the sweetest picture.   :-)

Since the big move is August, this will probably be the boys' last hurrah this year.  :-(