Crusin'

Mommy got to take Kyler and Taylor for a spin in Grammy and Grandpa Stro's little two-seater convertible.  All three of us thoroughly enjoyed the rides!  We are thinking of trading in the mini for a convertible all our own:)

Bike Parade

To celebrate America's b-day, the campground had a kiddie bike parade.  Jason and the kids entered along with at least 100 other campers.  Yes, it was an estimated hour long parade through the park, but the DeKuipers lasted one big loop and were out.

Pimpin' his ride

How we roll

Chillin'

Road Trips!

One of our favorite things to do when camping is to visit the towns around the campground.  We made a couple day trips out to explore the north. 

We hit the Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor and Art's for lunch

We made our way to the Sleeping Bear Dunes

We couldn't pass on Traverse City.  We did a little shopping, saw the Blue Angel motorcade and some practice stunts, walked by the water and even rode a tiny train. 

On the 4th we headed to Frankfort for some fantastic fireworks!  They were literally just above our heads as we sat on the dunes off the pier.  They were a little too close for Kyler so Mommy and K had to head back to the car before the show was over.  Taylor didn't mind them as long as daddy covered her ears.  She even fell asleep during the show.

Camping for the 4th

The week before the 4th of July we headed up north to Interlochen State Park for a week of family fun along with Grammy and Grandpa Stro.  Uncle Brett even spent a lot of time up there with us and Aunt Karen and Jim even stopped by for an Up-North visit.

It was great fun despite the initially cold weather.  It soon warmed up and we were soaking up the sun from sunup to sundown. 

Enjoying the campfire

Kyler and Grammy making s'mores... yum!

Kyler out for a morning jog:)

Bathing at the beach

 I think he might be part fish?!

Pool Party!

This summer has been BEAUTIFUL!!!  Sunny, warm and just plain fun!  We've logged a number of hours in the backyard playing in the sprinkler and kiddie pool.  It's just so fun to see brother and sister get along!

Class of 2010 - Three Year Old Preschool

It's official... Kyler is a 3 year old preschool graduate!  It took some persuading to get him up front with his class.  Ice cream and a new soccer goal were part of the deal, but he still wasn't sold at first. 

This awful picture says it all.  Both kids were balling in mommy's lap, but fortunately the ice cream prevailed and Kyler joined his classmates (more like his teacher's hip).

 Yes, K is one of the tiny bodies in the line at the front of the gym.

Eventually everyone calmed down and enjoyed the night!

Miss Micci and Kyler

Memorial Weekend Camping

Every year our family looks forward to the unofficial kick-off of summer by going camping.  And it was a beautiful weekend to celebrate!  There was hanging out with friends and family, relaxing at the beach, enjoying the campfire and much more! 

The kids were filthy all week (the dry, dusty air combined with sticky, sweet treats makes for a messy combination as you can see from Tay's appearance).  You couldn't tell if they were tan or dirty... yikes!