A Strong Start

So, my step-sister-in-law, Rebecca (you can see her blog on the side) decided to blog about things they are doing this summer - everyday. This way her kids can't complain that the summer is boring and they never do anything fun. I thought that was a good idea, so I'm going to do a similar thing. However, after a while my summer accounting may quickly become Wii, TV, Wii, nap, TV....

But for now we started with a bang. We've spent the week at my sister-in-law's parents cabin in Montana. Its been a blast playing in the water, playing games, and shopping. I love Target. I mean I love the lake. I actually love being in the sun. I'll post some pictures later. For now, here's some highlights:

Alex got up on water skis - only for a few seconds, but she did it. Thanks to Holly for helping.

After about a gazillion games, I finally won a game of Settlers of Catan.

Target, Target, Target

Watching all the kids play together - bigs and littles.

Finally, a note on bathing suits. My sister in law Beth loves these bathing suits called Miracle Suits - their claim is that they make you look "10 pounds lighter" immediately. I decided to get one (ok, actually I got 2) and they really are great. They feel like you are wearing a corset - and they just hold in everything. Fantastic!! What's sad is that for months I've been thinking: "If only I could lose 10 pounds" now I realize that 10 pounds is not enough - I need 20. Maybe I should just wear both suits at once!