Yesterday we had some pretty nasty storms come through the area. There were some unconfirmed reports of tornadoes in a neighboring county and wind activity similar to that in ours. We were pretty lucky to have nothing really major for us. Driving home there were trees down in the roads, even someone's BBQ grill! A few blocks from the house lightning struck a tree and landed on some power lines, knocking out the power to the neighborhood.

The kids have been shooting golf balls around the yard most afternoons and they did not miss the chance to do it again, even though there was standing water throughout the yard.

Did you understand what he said?

It was just a matter of time before the sun was gone and it was time to go inside. No TV, no internet, no video games -- considering the kids never remember to charge their handhelds, those were out too. Good thing I have so many candles around the house to we could see. You never know how pictures are going to come out when taken by candlelight.

Jacob was not happy that he was losing.

Xander wanted to be a part of the action.

And Tots never misses an opportunity to be in the spotlight.

Coney would much rather be left alone to go back to sleep.

Xander really wanted his chance to figure out which card to choose.

Again Tots, wanted to play but Xander was hogging up all the cards.