Visit to the fire station

The boys had a great time at the annual open house at the fire station. They especially liked Sparky the dog (aka Dad). Sparky got lots of hugs and high fives from the boys. Carson trying to make sure it was really his Dad Watching the scuba diver

Happy 6th Birthday Carson!!

On Oct 17th Carson turned 6. He had a great time celebrating with friends and family.Time to open some gifts...Yummy cake!
Everyone enjoying cake and ice cream

Ryan's first trip to the Dentist

Ryan recently had his first dental check-up. He was a great patient and let Lynn clean all of his teeth. He thought it was pretty fun and wants to know when he gets to go back :)

First day of kindergarten

Carson started kindergarten this year. He loves it so far!Apparently he's not so thrilled about Mom taking pictures of him :)

Painting Pumpkins...

Weekend in Duluth

It's been a few years since Chad has participated in the North Shore in line marathon in Duluth. We thought that this year would be a good time to start up the tradition again. He invested in some new roller blades and trained all summer, but didn't realize that training on his bike and running is nothing like his training with his new roller blades (which he had only been on once this summer). His ankles were killing him by mile 17. He managed to suffer through and finish in just over 2hrs. Way to go DAD!!! We had a great time cheering you on. Can't wait for next year ;)

View from our hotel room...Played in the arcade a little. Both Carson and Ryan each won 500 tickets!!

Showing off all the prizes they won (with the help of Auntie Kari)
Now for some fun at the hotels water park :)

Celebrating "Big Grandma's" Birthday!