This past weekend the sun was hot and it was beginning to feel like summer already. The children were begging to get outside, and do something fun. So I surprised them with a new and improved slip and slide that I bought at Target last week. The kids squeeled with delight when I showed them the box.
We wasted no time, and got it set up in the backyard.
On your mark....get set.....GO!!!!!!
Splish Splash!
Weeeeeeeeeeee....Dont fall!!!!!
Wipeout!!!!!
Double Whammy!!! Her face just cracks me up!
Once there down, they'd get back up would start all over. Run and slide. LOL!!!
While Grant kept going and would not slow down. Vivi kept stopping to drink the water. I cracked up! This was too cute and must get a photo!
So far the slip and slide is a hit. Little did I know tho' that it kills our beautiful green grass FAST!!!!!
Oh well, it's a wonderful sacrifice to give up the nice green grass for my children's laughter and enjoyment!
Ok ladies...check back in a few days! I cant wait to show you a special project I have been working on for Vivi's "big girl" room. I promise it's SUGARY SWEET!!!
Thanks for stopping by. I adore and appreciate you ALL!
Have a fabulous and SUPER CREATIVE week!
XOXO,
OOOOOh Jenn, You are a wild woman! hee hee I know they loved it! Ah the lawn dilemma but they're only kids for so long it definitely worth it...
luvs and glitter
~jen
Posted by: Jen | May 18, 2010 at 07:03 PM
Jenn, your kiddies are totally adorable...and your pictures are awesome...they look like they are having a blast...oh, to be delighted by such simple things...that is the magic of small children...thanks for sharing!!!
Posted by: Lori | May 18, 2010 at 07:07 PM
great action shots! what a great day. i love when surprises from target can make the backyard fun again. i just bought a giant ball for $2.50 and the boys are having ... "a ball" with it.
enjoy!
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | May 18, 2010 at 08:09 PM
Jenn...the looks on the kiddies faces is just priceless. I found myself smiling just watching them. I miss having little ones around. Maybe I will buy a slip and slide for my grown kids, they would love it. Have a fabulous day.
xxoo Valarie
Posted by: Valarie Kraft | May 18, 2010 at 08:12 PM
Oh such fun!!! I love their looks of pure delight!
:0 Becky
Posted by: sweet cottage dreams | May 18, 2010 at 08:21 PM
Oh Jenn we had a slip and slide growing up we too had a blast on it all Summer long.
Cannot wait to see what you are up to. I will check back soon. Hugs, Diane
Posted by: Diane | May 18, 2010 at 08:52 PM
Jenn, thank you for sharing that bright spot with us. The wonder of childhood passes so quickly so don't worry about the grass! Love the fun & what a wonderful Mommy you are to realize this. Those two are sooooooooooooooo cute. And you are right about that ruffle butt. I had boys & they had boys... no ruffles here. ENJOY EACH ONE! HUGS!
Charlene
Posted by: Charlene | May 18, 2010 at 08:56 PM
fun and the ruffle but is soooooooo cute! Rachaelxo
Posted by: Rachael | May 18, 2010 at 09:09 PM
You got some amazing action shots of those adorable kids. Looks like they really had a great time.
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Posted by: ionescu otilia | May 19, 2010 at 12:12 AM
How cool. So cute. They look so adorable.
Posted by: sweets in bulk | May 19, 2010 at 03:38 AM
Jenn, YOur kids are adorable. Looks like they had a blast playing on their slip and slide. Those were the days! I loved when my kids were little, we had the best times playing in the backyard! such adventures!
have fun!
vivian
Posted by: vivian | May 19, 2010 at 04:22 AM
I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw these pictures...it's still been SO cold up here in Michigan I'm using my electric blanket to warm my bed before I get in it and our heat JUST got turned off! Love how Viv is drinking the water!! Great pictures!!
Posted by: chinamommy | May 19, 2010 at 06:35 AM
Hi Jenn,
So much fun. It makes me remember when we used to set up th e slip and slide for the kids. I didn't really mind the lawn thing but my dad did. I remember him trying to bring it back after a long hot summer of slip and sliding when my sisters and me were little. We had a slight hill on our front lawn so all the kids would use our slip and slide. Ouch! GREAT shots. The kids are so adorable.
Hugs,
Amada
Posted by: Amada Lebel | May 19, 2010 at 08:52 AM
makes me want to get into my swimming costume and join in! Fabulous action shots. My gorgeous girl would love something like that I'm sure. I'll have to look out for one :o)
xx
Posted by: sadie | May 19, 2010 at 09:06 AM
Too Much Fun!!! Love the pictures!
Posted by: Yvette | May 19, 2010 at 10:29 AM
I wanna play! Gosh that looks like fun and I love Vivi drinking the water! Totally something I would have done.
Karla
Posted by: Karla | May 19, 2010 at 10:30 AM
What a fun way to start my day on the 'puter by seeing your precious kids' faces having sooo much fun! The only thing missing is a pic of you laughing WITH them!!
Thanks for sharing such simple, sweet joy!
I'm having a little giveaway for my part in the 4th Annual Cottage Charm giveaway, and I would be honored if you would stop by and enter!!
Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
Posted by: Stephanie | May 19, 2010 at 12:00 PM
when i saw what you had bought i have to say we had one and these seem to be more fun than any of the other water games for the garden, mine loved it ... but the grass ... eeek .... and you found out too ! it happens so quickly :-o but the pics are just fab, your too were having such a great time and those are the memories you want to have ... priceless .. the grass comes back again rest assured ... mine still ask for me to get another even though they are a lot older now ... maybe for old times sake then, maybe i should have a go :-)
Posted by: Ginny | May 20, 2010 at 02:14 AM
Oh soooooooooooo sweet Jenn!!! I loved these photos.
Your babies are absolutely adorable! Such precious and fleeting moments in the grand scheme of things. My baby turns 21 on Sunday! It is true - these years FLY by. I am so happy that you savor these moments - AND that you share them with us.
Much love,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | May 21, 2010 at 05:01 AM
Jennifer the children look like they are enjoying the slip and slide. Cute picture of the ruffles on the swimsuit. And the coolness of the pictures look inviting with our hot and humid weather. Hugs, Pat
Posted by: Pat | May 21, 2010 at 08:29 AM
Hi Sweet Jenn,
It's been so long since I've visited. Love your new header! Grant and Vivi are so darn cute. Slip n slide is always a summer tradition at our house too. Kids just can't pass them up...even big kids!
Hugs,
Suze
Posted by: Suze | May 22, 2010 at 06:52 AM
I have 2 boys, so I sure do recognize that look on Grant's face!! That first photo screams "I am boy!!"
Posted by: Maija Lepore | May 25, 2010 at 12:07 PM
Wow! I'm so envious right now. I wanna join the fun. They look really enjoyed you can't miss the smile on their faces.
Posted by: home based businesses | June 02, 2010 at 10:41 PM
How fun! Now I have that slip'n'slide theme song from the 80's stuck in my head... :)
Posted by: mrs shortcake | June 15, 2010 at 10:19 AM