Trip to Philadelphia

Every year my mom and I try to take a long weekend trip
somewhere. Well, this year we went to Philadelphia. We took Ryan with
us and had a great time. These are the steps that
Rocky ran up. And no, I did not run up these steps. I did not
want to ruin Rocky's moment.

This was the creepy prison we toured. It has been
on TV a few times for being haunted, which I would
not doubt.

Ryan in front of Independence Hall.

We went to China Town for some great food.

Me in the creepy prison.

In front of Betsy Ross' house. OH my gosh, Ryan is
taller than me. I even have heels on!! Yikes!

Mom and I in front of Independence Hall.

We took a tour bus around to make sure we saw all
the sights.

Homecoming King

Homecoming is always a fun time.
The night before the game we have the burning of the dummy,
a big cookout and of course the crowing of a King and Queen
and Ryan was crowned homecoming king!
The next day at the game we bring out the RV and
do our own little cookout with friends.

Court of Honor

Despite all we have going on, we have still been able
to keep the boys active in scouts. It is not easy, but it is
important. Ryan earned 5 merit badges over the
summer at scout camp. Way to go Ryan.

Meet the new Doyle ~~Bella~~

We have added a new member to our family. Meet Bella.
Our sweet little black lab. Yes, we are crazy but
we have really missed Duke and wanted to
get another dog so no time like the present.

Is she not the cutest!!??