Fun with cousins, aunts, and uncles

 What a joy to now live close to TWO sets of aunts, uncles, and cousins. We enjoyed some fun times together with them this summer.

All six Schleicher boys enjoyed the $1 Paddington movie. This was the first time in a theater for Jaden, Cody, Nathan, and Isaiah. Only Ian and Isaiah made it to the end of the movie (with Aunt Chelsea), but we all enjoyed the experience and the snacks! :)

 We checked out a couple of different splash pads to beat the heat. Even Nathan liked splashing in the cool water.

 We celebrated Aunt Amy's birthday with a special birthday lunch. She had lots of help blowing out candles. (Ryan still is bothered by the smell of the smoke and prefers to stay back, holding his nose. :))

 Aunt Amy started giving Ian piano lessons. We are so impressed by her enthusiasm, gentleness, playfulness, and expertise while giving lessons. Ian has made a TON of progress since starting lessons this July. Even though he doesn't love practicing, he likes it when he can play songs well and loves his lessons with Aunt Amy.

 We got together to celebrate Uncle Jason's birthday with a dinner in later July as well.