Lake Week 2011 is now in the history books. It was another fun filled week with lots of swimming, golfing, and eating. Here are just a few of the highlights.
Miner Mike's
We can't go to the Lake without spending an afternoon at Miner Mike's. The kids really look forward to this day. We spend a ton of dough, and they come away with some lovely prizes - bouncy balls, parachute guys, and stickers - but at least they have lots of fun.
Putt Putt Golf at Pirate's Cove
"Can we go putt putt today?" was asked multiple times every day until we finally made it to the course. Putt-putt with the kids is always interesting. There were a few times that Jason had to make some quick moves to either avoid getting hit in the shins with a ball or retrieve a ball from going over a waterfall. Max has quite the powerful little swing, and he doesn't practice putting too often.
"Can we go putt putt today?" was asked multiple times every day until we finally made it to the course. Putt-putt with the kids is always interesting. There were a few times that Jason had to make some quick moves to either avoid getting hit in the shins with a ball or retrieve a ball from going over a waterfall. Max has quite the powerful little swing, and he doesn't practice putting too often.
Annual Couples Golf Tournament
What would Lake Week be without the couples golf tournament. Our outfits this year were very tame, with everyone sporting their college logos. This year's variation included all the young ones competing against all the old ones. Jason and I just made the cut to get to stay with the young group...I'm not sure I could handle it if I were considered in the "Old" group. Unfortunately though, the young ones did not have the depth of experience that the Oldies did, and we sadly lost the Freed Cup to the saggier crew. It will return to its rightful owners next year, though.
Pool Time
There was lots of time spent in the pool and lake. The kids got to swim every day, which they loved. My kids are very fair, so they are never without sunscreen, which then keeps them looking rather fair. At the beginning of the week, someone made the comment to Ellie that she was looking very white. Her response..."I know. I'm as white as a ghost. I'd say white as an angel, but I'm not that good." My kids are awesome.
Hanging Out Together Time
The best part of the week, in my opinion, is getting to hang out, relax, and visit with everyone. While I was confined to the condo more than I would prefer (because a 5 month old baby can't be in the sun and still requires frequent naps), it's still nice to be on "vacation" with my family. When we are all together there are 2 things that we never have a shortage of ... (1) good food and (2) laughter. What more could we need?!
Valerie and Kameron
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