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Well, we went to the doctor today and found out that Baby Kelsey #4 is a ...........















GIRL !!!! We are very excited and feel very blessed! I guess many of you poll takers were correct!

Our First Camping Trip- Indiana Dunes

Those of us that know us, know that we have never let the fact that we have triplets stop us from going out to dinner, going hiking, bike riding, whatever. But even we thought we might be a little crazy (and probably so) when we decided Saturday night that we would take the kids to Indiana Dunes and go camping for the first time.

By the time we packed everything into the van, there was just enough room left for the kids in their car seats. When we arrived, the boys went exploring and Emmi hung out by Daddy while he put up the tent. We brought our superyard with, and that proved to be one smart decision! The most difficult part about camping with 3 toddlers is keeping them on your site! But luckily we had a very nice family behind us with 2 toddlers as well and they were more than willing to lend a hand (as we did too of course) so it all worked out!

John and I weren't sure how they would do in the tent, but we brought all three pack in plays with so they would be contained and have a comfort of home. It worked great! We are still amazed we could fit all three pack-n-plays and our blow up queen matress in the tent, but we did!

The kids had their first experience with marshmellows and smores! Of course they loved them! Just look at the smile on Emmi's face! We had typical camping food that we cooked on our camp stove. The eating situation was a little different, but the kids did great!

When we first got there, we took the trail down to the beach. I had never been there and wasn't prepared for swimming, but that didn't stop us! The boys jumped right in, diaper and all. Thankfully we got their shoes off before they hit the water. Emmi even had a blast splashing around. The water was cold, but it was so hot out that it was very refreshing. When we got back to the campsite, we were a mess...but we had fun and that's what matters!

Overall, the trip was a success and we will definitely be camping again!

Summer Fun

Here are some random pictures of our summer fun!

We have been trying to get out and enjoy the weather any day that it is not raining...which hasn't been that many. We have made it to the park with Grandma and Grandpa Kelsey, a fest with G.Aunt Kathy and GG and out side for a delicious BBQ with Grandma Linda and Grandpa Jim.

It is getting hard to believe that the kids are turning 2 in just a couple of weeks! We have started planning their birthday celebrations and are going with a Sesame Street theme. They LOVE their Elmo. In fact, I LOVE that little red guy! He lets me get dinner/lunch ready every day in peace...he is wonderful!

Right now, Daddy is still gone every day. He is doing some extra summer work, taking classes and painting. So the kids and I are still at home together most days. I love days when the weather is nice and we can go out in the backyard.

Yeah...Potty Training here we come!

Although all the kids are showing some interest, Emmerson is definitely the most ready! She has gone "pee-pee" on the potty 2 times now, and we are starting to try to go more through out the day. It is a very time consuming process, but very exciting! Our hopes are to have everyone potty trained before the new baby arrives in November. We'll see how it goes!

Auntie Megan Graduates!

My sister Megan graduated from EGHS and we all went to breakfast to celebrate this exciting accomplishment! Although we were planning on attending the outside graduation, the rain had other plans so we didn't get to see her walk. :( We are so proud of her and can't wait to see where she goes from here!

Our First Ice Cream Cones

It was the last day of school in Oswego, and our friend Maddie was over. I decided to give them their first real taste of summer...an ice cream cone! Needless to say, they LOVED them. Emmerson was a little upset when she accidently squeezed to hard and broke her cone, but she

got over it pretty quick. They were one big, sticky mess when they were done...it was great!

Our Trip to Philips Park Zoo

Auntie Steph, McKenna and Victoria came for a visit in June and we all went to the little zoo in Aurora. It was perfect for the kids. After we said hello to every animal in the zoo, we went over to the park for a picnic. McKenna was a good helper and would let us know if Emmi, Brody or Logan wandered too far. It was really cute! A great time was had by all!

Memorial Day BBQ with Friends

On Memorial Day we had our friends over for a yummy BBQ. What really made this day fun was all of the toddlers...9 to be exact! (and one infant not at the table) You would have thought it was a birthday party with all the kids. I guess when all of your friends have kids around the same time, and a few of you have multiples, this is what happens! Since this BBQ, 3 more babies have been born and 3 more are on the way! (including ours)...So, with the same group next year, we are looking at 17 kids if no one else makes an announcement before then. :)