Fire station visit

We had a chance to visit a fire station with Daniel's cub scout troop. The firefighters were all very nice--the boys had a great time learning all about the fire station, the trucks, and how fire fighters do their job.

Aaron gets a lift down from the driver's seat of the fire engine.

 Matthew loved driving.

 Daniel had lots of good questions. 

 The kids learned all about what equipment is kept in the truck...

...and what kind of gear the fire fighters use to stay safe.

Our tour was cut a little short because the fire alarm went off! Here go our brave fire fighters!

Time with Dad, time with Mom

Daniel was invited to a birthday party recently. It took place at Stone Gardens rock climbing gym in Ballard. Since it was a "big kid only" party, Chris took Daniel there and I took the little brothers on our own adventure nearby.

Daniel really took to the climbing.

 There he goes!

 On the way back down.

 Meanwhile, Matthew, Aaron and I found ourselves at Fred Meyer (thrilling, I know). They always ask to eat there in the upper level area near the deli. We go to Fred Meyer to shop, not to eat, so this was a real special treat for them. They picked out donuts, chocolate milk and applesauce, and we had a great time looking down over the store together.

 There was some goofiness, too.

 After our donuts (and a bathroom break) we drove over to the locks. It's the wrong time of year to see salmon in the fish ladder, but we still had fun exploring.

They love these funny sculptures. 

What a fun time out!