Ella's cabin

The third weekend in July we headed up to Northern MN to the Brown's cabin to celebrate Ella's 2nd birthday.  We really couldn't have asked for better weather than last year, but it was great again!  Not quite as hot, which was fine by us, and the water was still perfect. 

Ella, Merilee, Grandma Mac and Mom having a little breakfast

 Look at those handsome guys!

 Our big 2 year old!

 Rylan, Mackenzie, Jocelyn and Ella

 The Brown girls making yummy pancakes

There was lots of sand castle building taking place this year

 I didn't even pose them for this one...poor Ellie was so tired out after a long weekend.

And a lot of swimming too.  Ella loved going out to the raft, but once she was out there just wanted to sit and watch.

 You could tell the girls were a year older - they were way more brave and didn't need anyone's help!

Friday night Katie and Dad blew up 45 balloons!  Luckily they had a hand pump, or everyone would have passed out.

 Yes, Katie freehand drew and decorated this cake.  Her skills amaze me!

 I don't have any pictures from the party - I'm sure Brian and Katie do.  But with 2 little kids, I'm not sure how they make it thru the day, let alone have time to get us pictures.

 We love this little girl!