Blueberry Picking

The Knight family headed out to Bybee Farms to collect some blueberries.  This farm is at the base of Mt. Si.  They have rows and rows of U-Pick blueberries.  So we hunted and gathered and left with almost four pounds of blueberries.  The boys always love an adventure.  They really loved this one because it came with blueberries!!

Owen was very dedicated on finding as many berries as possible.  Seamus ate more than he put in the bucket!  Meghan was a perfect angel.  She slept  in the Baby Bjorn.  She is so easy going.  She doesn't mind getting dragged to all these new places!  God really did bless us with an easy baby.  I think because he knew our plate was pretty full already!!

It was a great time.  I see lots of blueberry muffins and pancakes in our future!

Saltwater State Park

On a rainy Saturday we decided to go on a family adventure.  We went to Saltwater State Park.  This park is right on Puget Sound.  Puget Sound is body of water made up of salt water.

This park is pretty cool right now.  Since it is low tide, we got to walk where the water normally is.  So we stepping over zebra mussels, sea weed, shells and other  underwater specialties.   We also watched some scuba divers in the water.  The boys really liked it.  We would have explored longer but it was pretty cool and rainy.  It was still a fun family day!

Bill and Kathy Visit!

Last week was special because Grandpa Bill and Grandma Kathy were able to visit us.  It was a whirlwind visit but very fun!  It was a busy time which made it go by too quickly. 

My dad was such a big help around the house.  He did tons of yard work, including cutting down our 4 foot tall weeds.  He also helped me clean and organize our laundry room.  When we were done the room looked twice as big.  It is so nice!  I actually feel almost relaxed while doing laundry.

We also drove into Seattle to see the Blue Angels practice.  They were here for Seafair in Seattle.  The boys really loved the planes.  Although, Owen did say that engines were really loud.  Seamus kept screaming "Airplanes" every time they flew by.   It was neat to see all the tricks they could do.  We probably got a better show than the people at Seafair.  We had a perfectly clear day and it rained for all of Seafair!

My parents come back in September.  So the countdown begins!  Before that, a visit from our favorite Aunt Brigid.  Isn't family great?

A 4 year old in the house!!

That's right!  On July 30th, our sweet Owen turned 4 years old!  He is such a blessing to our family.  He is the best big brother his siblings could ask for!

It was a fun birthday!  It started with picking up Grandma and Grandpa Reilley from the airport!  Then it was off to Target and lunch.  We got pizza for dinner, since it was Owen requested!  Of course, we finished with a COSTCO cake.  He wanted a "dragon cake" from Costco.  I would have loved to make him one, but this is what he wanted!  It is the same cake Seamus got for his birthday.  He has been talking about getting that cake for his birthday ever since he saw it.  By the way, Seamus's birthday is in November! :)

We were also lucky because Owen's friends, Abbie and Maddie, were able to join us for cake  It made it feel like a real birthday party!

It was a great day.  I can't believe this sweet little boy is already four!

Gammy Memories

I just wanted to say thanks to my Gammy for always being there for me.  For being the best grandma a girl could ask for.  My childhood is rich with memories because of her.  So I just wanted to say thanks for:

-Easter baskets and Easter Egg hunts
-Homemade Cheesecake
-Red Velvet Cake
-Cakes only iced half way
-Always saving your sliver dollars for me
-Trips to Wendys for a Frosty
-Blue Marlin  Trips
-Heinen's French Bread with rock hard butter
-Burnt Rolls on Thanksgiving
-Sparkling Juice
-Christmas PJs
-Pinatas
-Advent Calendars
-Dancing with Poppy at my wedding
-Sleepovers at your house
-Donuts and Apple Cider on Halloween
-Gem Beach and Linwood
-Sunday Dinners at your house

And many more I can't think of now!  Most of all thank you for the parties at your house.  It is at those parties where I got to know my cousins and became friends with them.  Without you, I don't know if that would have happened!

Also, thank you for loving my husband and kids so much!   Your generosity and love towards them meant the world to me!

Thanks Gammy!  I know God is accepting you with open arms!  I will miss you but I know that you will always be with me.  I know in Heaven you will be able to wear your dancing shoes again!!

Summer Fun

Things have been busy in the Knight household!  The weather has been very warm.  Owen and Seamus have spent much time running through the sprinkler or using the Slip and Slide.  They have had a lot fun cooling off.

Meghan is fitting in very well.  We are very lucky because she is a good sleeper and eater.  She is a great addition to our family.   We feel very blessed!

Brandon's parents had to go back to California last Tuesday.  It was so nice to have them here.  They were such a big help.  The boys really liked spending time with them.  They even got to see Toy Story 3!  I think that was a big highlight.   A big thanks to Marlene and Richard!

It's official! We are a family of five!

That's right.  There are now five Knights stationed here in Washington!  Meghan Jeanne was born last Wednesday!  Her birthday is June 23rd.  She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces.   She was just a shy under 20 inches tall.   She is taller than her brothers were at that age!!

She is a great addition to our family.  She is very easy going.  I guess you need to be when you are 3rd in line.  Her brothers love her and are always asking to hold her!  God has blessed our family in many ways.  She is one of the bigger blessings!

Brandon's parents are here now.  Which is a big help.  I am excited for my parents and the rest of our families to meet her!!