A few weeks ago, when Gary & I attended the "Greenebaum Prom" (Gary's firm's 'Summer Gala') we won tickets for 4 to a Cincinnati Reds game, dinner and a hotel room. As luck would have it, the week prior to us going, Norton Hospital was hosting a blood drive and those who gave blood also earned a free ticket to King's Island. Amy and Maureen were great enough to donate their blood and then pass over their tickets to me. With a total of 3 (and a $20 off coupon "book" from JP's mom), we were all able to enter the park for just $25.
The great thing about the park was that we didn't feel like we were out much money, and didn't feel like we had to spend the whole day there. So after a short lived trip to the Gap outlet, we headed off. We had a great time riding the rides like the "Beast" (pictured above) and many water rides to keep us cool. We were so soaked by the end of the day that our toes were shriveled in our soppy shoes. What a fun time...it had been years since we had gone! 
Prior to going to dinner to our restaurant (complements of Greenbaum) we stopped off for a few drinks (no, not us!). Here JP & Jill pose while waiting for our new friend/waiter to deliver us our drinks. 
Dinner at Mike Fink's was delicious! We had another entertaining waiter (or maybe it was just us!)
Waiting for our table.
The boat was pretty and historical looking....I was kind of disappointed that it stayed docked the entire time, but still...we couldn't say enough about the food!
JP & Gary pose with "Rusty Bear".
Toe-y shoes (sorry, inside joke)
Gary and JP after a few drinks (No, JP isn't sleeping).
Jill and I after a few more!
Tonight we went to Chris & Carries for a Pirate themed 6th Birthday party for Carson! I cannot even believe that he is 6 already!! Here, the pirates (and winches) pose for a quick photo before the "treasure hunt".
It didn't take Libby long to make her way to the cake and ice cream. Auntie B (Carrie's sister, Brittany) helped her chow down.
What would a boy's 6th birthday be without a pinata? Carson got ready to take the first whack! After the candy fell, the kids all had a great time playing in the pirate sprinklers in the yard. What a fun way to celebrate a birthday!
Today, we went to the farm for a picnic before Tyler heads off to college. It was such a hot day, but we enjoyed fish (caught by my uncles), homemade potato chips and fried okra (my complements to the chef, Daddy!) and some yummy desserts. We didn't stay too long since it was so darn hot, but it was nice to get together for a quick visit. Libby got to hug on Tyler for a little while and even had a quick dip in the creek (thanks to Uncle Mark!!) She is dressed in a Purdue shirt that I just about didn't get her out of the house wearing (we'll just say that Gary wasn't thrilled with the idea of us even owning something that said "Purdue" on it). Good luck at Purdue, Tyler. We love you and are proud of you! 
Saturday, two of Libby's cousins got baptised at St. Mary's of the Knobs...our home parish. Here Libby is with her Papa Moe and her new puppy backpack.
Libby was pretty good during the baptism...thanks to the makers of Gerber Wheels!
One of the fun things about having a big family is knowing that the kids are going to be close--since they are so close in age. Libby looks so huge next to her little cousins, Blane & Will.