Summer in Tahoe: The Village

There are so many fun activities to do in Northstar Village over the summer.  Plus, because it isn't ski season, it just tends to have a much calmer vibe, which we love.

At the recreation center, in addition to swimming pools and a playground, they also run various crafts throughout the day. The kids love going there and sitting outside with a bunch of art supplies at their fingertips.

We also spent some time bungee trampoline jumping.

Even Mommy gave it a try ... and after coaching Luke repeatedly on how to do a back flip, I couldn't do it either!  Harder than it looks!

Summer in Tahoe: Family and S'mores

Part of the magic of Tahoe is contained, not only in the beauty of the landscape, but in the people who we share our time there with.  It was so special for us and the kids to be able to spend time playing and relaxing with Great Grammy and Papa (and, of course, Day and Paw).  One of our nights spent around the fire pit I finally pulled out my camera and captured some of our moments.

Have I mentioned that Brooklyn is MOST at home in Tahoe? 

S'mores time!

 Just hanging out around the fire pit

Luke, like his Mommy, is very serious about getting his marshmallows just right

Kicking Off the Birthday Week

We kicked off Luke's week of birthday celebrations this evening by allowing him to open some gifts from our immediate family before the onslaught at his party tomorrow.

A pitching machine from Grandma and Grandpa...

...and a bean bag chair (cover to come)!

Some fun space themed decor for Luke's room from Great Grammy and Papa

 And a ping pong table from Day and Paw (Luke's request when asked what by Day what he would most like)

So many thoughtful gifts already ... such a lucky boy!