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the last drops of summer

 

Heading back to school today as Sten goes back to church as well. The last few weeks flew as fast as the first part of summer and I am in total denial that this is all over. We had the best summer and I wish we could do it all again. 
Lots of sleepy children these last couple weeks. Late night and days FULL. We feel so lucky that we got to pack so much in. 
Here's a recap of the last drops of summer.
Jessica and I took the girls camping. We had the greatest time hiking hanging by the campfire, finding coffee in marine on the St. Croix and sleeping in the camper.
These 2 found matching lounge shorts which were a COMPLETE necessity. 

Mom and dad came out for dinner one night, which was a real treat


It still feels like a dream that my sister and I both have 11 year-old girls. How lucky could I be???

I’m a full on sourdough fanatic again. Get ready for lots of sourdough bread pictures

While Sten was out fishing with his brother and friends. I hosted lots of friends! One morning we had brunch and played ticket to ride! It was a blast. Hanging out mid morning is probably my favorite.

Another night this crazy crew came over. We cooked yummy food and the kids played so many fun games together. Sardines, capture the flag and lots of laughs were had. The moms went for a neighborhood walk and lots of chats were had. 

We snuck out for one last Bay Lake trip with a quick pivot to staying at Ruttgers. It was a treat to swim in the pool and use all the amenities, but we all agreed that it was sad not to stay at the cabin. 







Me and Sigge camped on Kim’s land with all his buddies ♥️ it was adorable and such a summer bucket lister. 

The most dreamy place to set a tent. 

Campfire corn. 🌽 

Me and my guy. 

Telling spooooooky stories. 




The cutest crew 🥰 

Ran my 8 mile loop for maybe the first time this summer and remembered how much I love it. 

Heather's bridal shower with all my Cedarbrook pals. It was so easy to celebrate Heather. She’s the best

Origami with Sigge. I’m going to miss our crafting afternoons— and that little tongue out in concentration. 

sourdough discard pancakes. SO good and they are fluffy which I personally find appealing.
6 1/2 candles for our half birthday guy! How in the world are we halfway to 7?!?!
Going to the zoo was the last item on our list this summer and we made it happen! 


PEACE OUT SUMMER! 
xo. edc









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