Smith Lake 08

One of our getaways this summer was our annual Smith Lake trip with my side of the family. These are all of the kids. It is hard to believe there are 7 now. We had a great time! We were out away from everything with nothing to do but have family time, play in the water, go on the boat, eat, laugh, and take it easy! It was a really special time......the trip that always makes me homesick for my family.

Ava had such a great time at the lake this year!! She was timid around the water, but by the time we left, she was out by herself paddling away. She always enjoys keeping up with her cousins! It is always a reminder of how nice it would be for our kids to grow up closer to family!Lily had a ball! She is our social butterfly. She enjoyed having so many people around her to talk to. She was not as much of a daredevil as we feared, but she did love the water. Everytime we put her in her float in the water, she would fall asleep. She had a great time.
Bella slept a lot. She is our little sleeper! She was very attentive when awake, but for the most part, she was just fun for everyone to hold and look at. This is my little "bully" picture of Bella.
Sophie and Ava enjoyed their time together. Ava wants to do EVERYTHING like Sophie!
This was the cutest picture moment ever! Lily just put herself right in the middle of all the cousins for a little tv time. Priceless!