Surprise!! Happy 4th

The Fourth of July was supposed to be quiet for us Menard's. However, things changed quickly when just out of no where we decided to hop in the car and drive to Spokane to see Nana and Papa and the rest of our extended family. If you know me I am a planner and like to know what is going to happen next at all time. So this was a huge decision for me to fly by the seat of my pants. The only major thing we forgot was Ella's diaper bag. Luckily she didn't have any accidents on the way over and we managed to do without until we got to Spokane. Everyone was thrilled when we walked into the backyard at my parents house. My parents are still shocked that we came over. Jake got to play golf on Sat. morning, while my dad and I played tennis. Then we took Ella to a little water park where she splashed in the water. I think Ella was more interested in watching all the kids rather than actually playing in the water. Then that evening we had a delicious BBQ at my grandparents house. All the food was terrific, we are still full from dinner!
There are lots of pictures to see so make sure you scroll down to the bottom.

This little swim cap was given to Ella by my bosses wife- what a hoot!

My mom and I were rolling on the floor laughing at Ella's expressions