Summer FUN!

We had such a fun time at mom's house for the Bennis Family Reunion! It was so wonderful to see everyone and seeing Julia with her cousins "Ronnie" {Ryan} and "An-yeen" {Angelene} was priceless! We had a few beach days but otherwise we lounged all week in the backyard by the pool... it was HEAVEN! Family is so important and I feel so lucky to have been blessed with amazing family!

The whole crew... minus photographer Uncle Joe

Taking a break from the big pool and hangin' with Gigi...

 BUBBLES!!!

 My water-bug...

 Being silly with Annie Sue...

 'An-yeen' {Angelene} and 'Aunt Minnie' {Aunt Mary}

 Sam still with a smile on his face after the 4x4, fries and shake!

OOPS the flower was over watered!

So after splashing water to dilute the OOPS it's turned into a cousin dance party! These girls have MOVES

 Even Gigi played 'Corn hole' / Bags...

Nana's horsey was a huge hit with the kids... frequently there was a line! Uncle Joe thought JJ's pajamas were quite fitting for a photo op! "Pony Rides 50 Cents"

Lubing up with sunscreen before one of the beach days...

Needless to say everyone was greatly missed when we all had to get back to our own realities! But we keep busy with dress up, beach days, date nights, Father's Day, Julia's first time bowling and Annie Sue's Graduation kicked off all of the summer festivities. :)

Here is JJ and Gigi eating puffs between the grad ceremony and going out to dinner...

'Annie Sue' did it! Class of 2011 -We went to the graduation, had dinner at Elephant Bar and then came back to our house for a pre-party to her after party plans. Pre-after party goodies {sangria not pictured}! 

Julia hearts dressing up. Adding a tutu is a must... but it usually includes a wand... crown... and as you see in her 'watermoney' outfit an actual slice of watermelon. She is a fashionista that LOVES accessories! Oy!

 A rare date night when 'Nanny' kicks us out of the house during her visits. Thanks Mom! XO

 Beach day... digging and filling a hole with the water. Her favorite! Note her water shoes... still not a huge fan of sand.

 ...any body of water will do for our water-bug!

Father's Day 2011 - Julia made Daddy his first homemade tie {Courtesy of Art Soup}

 ...with both of his kids!

 1st Bowling experience... she got her first spare at Ryan's birthday!

 'Annie Sue' introducing Julia to 'Lil Mer-may' {The Little Mermaid} Duke liked it too!

Just had to include this... Can you tell which picture is BEFORE nap and which one was AFTER nap! Just like her mama - this kid needs her sleep.