Church Family Camp

One of the things I love about seeing Logan grow up is the consistency in our routines and how much he looks forward to things.   Family Camp is definitely a highlight of our summer.  And we love being able to look back and say "remember the year that ______happened."  And then he associates these events with the excitement that builds in the anticipation of having more fun times. 

This year did not disappoint.  I know that our times our numbered when we pack as many little ones as we can into our cabin and they all eat popcorn and watch movies.  Logan won't think that's cool or fun someday. 

And eventually, he will not spend his camp afternoons going down the water slide. It gives way to other activities that are more grown-up...like playing softball or dodgeball. 

And he won't always cry when he falls down and look to run to me for comfort that you only get from mama. 

The campfire will be a time to hold a girl's hand instead of running around with glow sticks being the best part of the night. 

He won't fight to sleep in the same bed as his mommy and daddy. 

Girl cousins and boy cousins will likely not be best friends in years down the road. 

And eventually, Logan will start learning how to match his clothes and will not even think of wearing a rain hat. 

But for now, I treasure these memories that summer camp gives to our family.  And I know that when I'm 90 years old, recalling these dreadful summer camps that are either too hot or too wet, I will have only memories of happy times spent with my sweet boy. And thankful that we went through it all.  

Chicago, Part 2

The next day, we woke up and set out on a mission to find donuts!!! We had found a couple different places online, and we wanted to be sure to try some.  The zoo didn't open until 10 (11 our time), so we were itching for something to do. 

Glazed and Infused did not disappoint.  

The Maple Bacon one is a must-have.  

We took a taxi to the Lincoln Park zoo.  We'd never been there before!!! Admission is free, so that was something we were not used to! 

He asked if I would take his picture with the zebra.  Take your picture?  Of course!!! 

This reminded us of the monkey (orangutan?) at our zoo that Logan always gets his picture taken with there!! 

In the afternoon, we were just walking down Michigan Avenue and right there in front of us...a sign for Do Rite Donuts.  Can you say "a sign from God?!?"  We followed that sign. 

Surprisingly, they had amazing food, too. All three of us split this chicken sandwich, and we are still talking about the garlic aoli!  This place will definitely go on our list of "must stop here" when we are in Chicago!!!

In the evening, we went to an Italian restaurant.  It was just okay to me.  Nothing special. Too authentic :) 

We returned home on Tuesday, after stopping at Bass Pro on the way.  We had a great time in Chicago and can't wait to go back!! 

Our Time in Chicago, Part 1

Our time in Chicago, earlier last month, can be marked by lots of yummy food and lots of time together - two of my favorite things!!! 

The first day there, we headed to Bubba Gump's because Logan is in love with their peel-and-eat shrimp.  We ha sto wait over an hour for a table, so we walked around Navy Pier.  

The next morning, we went to the Field Museum.  It remains one of our favorite places in Chicago.  They had a Viking exhibit, so that was interesting!!! Also, we spent extra time in the Ancient Egypt exhibit and learned a lot about mummification.  So cool.  We talked about that for days to come. 

 They still have their Underground Exhibit, which we love.  You pretend you are the size of a bug!! 

This is Logan the skunk, spraying his mama.  'Cause he knows I hate skunks!!! 

We ate lunch at the Rainforest Cafe - Logan's choice, AGAIN!!!