Company Picnic

Aly's cute wavy hair after taking out the braids.
Noah and Aly having lunch at the picnic.

Mmmm, jumbo chili hot dog!!"

Saya walked in her shoes for the first time today.

Sean and Aly having lunch.

Daddy and Saya at the playground.

Aly was looking at the crowd at the beach.


Every year Mike's team holds a family picnic at Vasa Park, which is literally down the hill from our house. You can see the photos from the last year's picnic here: http://thecampbell-ozawa.blogspot.com/2009/08/company-picnic.html

We had a very hot weather today, a perfect weather for a beach picnic party. The park is on the west side of Lake Sammamish and it has a nice view of the mountains towards the east. Amy was able to come with us to help us watch the kids. We were sure that Noah would march right into the water and that is exactly what he did. He has no fear and loves the water. Aly enjoyed playing at the playground and watching people at the beach. Saya was happy she was able to walk around in her shoes for the very first time. She didn't have any difficulties walking on the rough surface and walked like she's been walking for weeks. Sean was wide-eyed and had lots of fun running around. I didn't chat with too many people since I was busy eating or watching kids, but I did get to speak with Mike's manager, John, and some of his colleagues. I do sometimes miss being in a professional environment, being part of a team and having a place in a business world, but nothing beats the excitement and challenge of being a stay at home parent! No quarterly reviews and might not see the fruit of labor for 20 plus years, but definitely have lots of bonuses and perks in a form of hugs and kisses.