Pool Party and Big Storm

For the past couple of years, Jay has had a pool party to celebrate his birthday. As most of you are aware, Jay celebrated his 12th birthday in Flagstaff, so he couldn't have his normal party on his actual birthday. We decided that the annual pool party had to go on, though. Yesterday was the day!

We sometimes find dead rodents, lizards, rabbits, etc., in our pool, so I sent Annie and Jay to do a "dead critter" search before the party. No casualties were discovered.


The party was a smashing success. I think the kids ended up swimming for over 4 hours.

The kids really enjoyed the diving board . . .

And the slide.

For the first time, there was an "overnight" component to the party (I guess it's only a "slumber party" if it's for girls). The boys (and Annie) watched "Robin Hood: Men in Tights" and ate popcorn. During the movie, a massive storm blew in. There was constant lightning and thunder for a couple of hours along with hail and pelting rain:



And then, the electricity went out. I was unsuccessful in getting the boys to bed by 10:00, but by midnight, with the electricity still out, they were all fast asleep.


Of course, they were all up by 6:00, except for Sam (pictured above).


Bagels and orange juice were consumed by all. Everyone will go home soon (I hope), tired but happy.