Rest of Summer in Wonewoc, WI 2013

July was soooo busy.  I have been enjoying my assignment in Elroy.   Ben and Isaac visited for the 4th of July parade at the campground.  Isaac and I rode in the back of the Ranger (on the tailgate) in the parade, while Kirk and Ben sat in front.  I had so much fun watching Isaac throw candy to the parade watchers.  He had such a fun time.  Since he was the youngest, he even got first swings at the pinata for the kids.  Somehow he also learned how to use a squirt gun (i'm just saying)!  Isaac loves the campground!  The following weekend, Kirk and I drove up to the Marsh for "Blowing Up the Marsh".  The food was great, the company was awesome, and the fireworks were spectacular.  They don't pull any punches when it comes to Blowing Up the Marsh!!

Isaac was an awesome candy thrower.....and the cutest in the 4th of July parade at CC.

The kids "sandbox" on the Marsh.

While in Wonewoc, we were "talked into" joining a Monday night mixed golf league in Union Center.  It was a great way to get to know new people, and visit with friends we have met in Wonewoc.  Oh yeah, and to golf.  I think Kirk and I did pretty good in the standings, however, we had to leave one week before the season ended as my job ended and we had to move on.

Ady was able to attend a week at her annual RV camp at Grandma and Papa Kirk's.  She had only been with us a few days when Kirk got word that his mother was going to have to have surgery to have a pacemaker placed.  So, Robyn, Bella, and Isaac came to the rescue.  They stayed with me at the campground as Kirk had to take the truck to Iowa and I needed something to drive to work.  We had a ball with swimming, playing in the pond and sand, toasting marshmallows for s'mores, and much more.  I forgot to mention that Bella and Isaac were with us, as their parents went to big concert thing in Louisville, KY for Nicki's birthday.  Happy 31st Birthday Nicki!!

 They were in a tube, until Robyn got attacked by a giant fish :)

 Isaac thought playing from shore was more fun.

 One happy Grandma!

Happy 31 Beautiful Lady!!

 Jim, Elena, Joni, and Joni's friend, Maggie Bell visited us for a long weekend.  They decided to go to the Dells (which is about 1/2 hour from the campground) while I was at work.  We all drove up to Marshfield on Saturday as Ben and Matt were playing at the Thomas House.  The guys played on the patio and were great.  I had not heard Ben play in awhile, and although I may be a little biased, I have to say he and Matt (Ben's brother in law) made me one proud mama!  Ben has been playing guitar since he was in the 9th grade.  He is very gifted and talented when it comes to his music.  I have watched him mature into an awesome musician who can play with the best of them.  If you ever get a chance to see him and Matt play, please do so....you will not be disappointed.

 Ben and Matt....The Stand Still

 Playing in Wausau, WI

Ben playing at The Thomas House in Marshafield (with Matt)

Well, as it sometimes happens, my job in Elroy ended earlier than we would have liked.   I really enjoyed working with the staff and residents in that facility.  So, once again, we had to say goodbye to all our friends at Chapparal Campground (CC).  It gets harder each time, especially Dennis and Dianne, and Ronnie and Arlene. They have become like family to us.  We have made many friends there, and I can't write this without mentioning some of their names:  Kurt and Laurie, Randy and Lolly (sp?), Tracy and Michelle.  If you are ever in Mazomanie, WI you really have to stop by Bay 5 for a bite.  This is a restaurant in an old storage bay (reason for name) with great food.  Please try the breaded cheese curds (my favorite). We went there a few times with our CC friends.  We had a wonderful season with all of them.  

 Leaving good friends....Dennis and Diane, owners of Chapparal Campground.  Sure gonna miss you guys!

Kirk's pride and joy!  Summer project at CC.