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This past weekend we packed up the boat, the dogs, and some birthday presents!  We headed to Decatur to celebrate my niece and youngest nephew's birthdays.  We had a chance to have some "adult" time Friday evening when we got there and then it was party day!

We have been wanting to take the kiddos (and Alli and J) out on the boat for a while now and seized an opportunity to do so this weekend.  We went to Lake Wheeler and played around for a little bit.  Conner was fearless as always and wanted to do everything (including climbing out of the boat before anyone could "help" him).  Lee was not so sure as she is afraid of water.  She spent a good bit of time in peoples laps and it took quite a bit of coaxing to get her in the water (it was boiling hot).  But once she relaxed she seemed to enjoy herself.  Both got a chance to "drive" with Uncle Brian and the adult men knee-boarded a little bit!  We then headed back to set up for the party, including a bounce house:)

Took his driving very seriously

She didn't really want to drive, just to sit:)

Brian's attempt

Jason's attempt

Feel the wind blowing his hair:)

The party was a great success as was the bounce house.  Conner blew out Lee's candles for her (so we had a repeat blow) and Ethan discovered that cake is a REALLY good thing to eat.  Lots of family was on hand to celebrate and some of their new friends were able to come as well.