But, everything changed once we arrived.  Sherry took the kids and I down to the bounce house and introduced us to two older girls.  She let us know that they were hired to help with kids and everyone should have fun.  I was so excited.  Not having to stand by the bounce house most of the evening was an awesome thought.

I enjoyed plenty of adult time on the deck, keeping an eye on the kids every once in a while.  Nick made up his own rules for corn hole.

Sally tried her hand at a hula hoop.

She was having a blast.  Nick’s in the background at the craft table.  There was plenty for the kids to do including art projects, sidewalk chalk, and of course the bounce house.

Later the kids played some games like Duck, Duck, Goose.

The party was complete with tents, tables, food and great company.  I was able to enjoy myself to the fullest, and chat with friends that I haven’t see in quite a while.

It was the perfect night for an end of summer party.  Thanks Sherry!

Sally and A are only 5 months apart, so they had a great time together.

While we waited for the egg hunt and grabbed a bite to eat, Nick and Sally enjoyed some yard vehicles.

Soon, it was time for Nick and Sally’s 3rd egg hunt in 2 days.

This was definitely the biggest of the three.  I think there were only 5 kids hunting.  Each of them filled their baskets and need to dump their eggs in a bag in order to continue.

There were eggs everywhere.  This house had an awesome yard for a hunt.

It was the first hunt we attended where the kids got tired of hunting before all of the eggs we found.  After they came inside, some of the adults found at least 5 more eggs.

My friend’s wife hung out inside with A’s little sister.  It was fun to meet her for the first time.

My friends are in the states for 5 weeks this year, so we hope to get together with them a couple of more times.

Nick and Sally love animals and ran from exhibit to exhibit.  It was a perfect day and time to visit.  It wasn’t hot out, it wasn’t crowded and everyone was in a good mood.

This carousel lion was a hit.  NIck and Sally climbed right up.

We were only at the zoo around an hour and that worked well.  We dined with my parents and enjoyed some time with them this evening.  My mom gave the kids baths and that was nice for me since Stephen’s out of town until Friday.  He’s enjoying a couple of days off before I leave for Hawaii.

I’m not sure how many people were at the party, but Nick and Sally definitely enjoyed the Bounce House with all of the other kids.  Sally also spent some time playing corn hole.

Sometimes, Sally and Nick needed a break from the action.  They enjoyed this swing.

Even though storms were in the forecast, we had a beautiful night for an outside party.  We can’t wait for next year!