Avery's Bday Party and Getting Brave

Last Saturday my niece, Avery, turned 5 so we got to celebrate at Grandma and Grandpa Flaherty's house with a fun Bieber Pool Party. She is such a cutie and we had so much fun hanging out. One of the highlights of the day for me was seeing my tube-obsessed, water fearing little girl ditch both her fear and beloved tube and become a swimming/jumping machine. I have Grandpa Bob to thank for helping her reach this monumental day in her life:) Bob is one of the greatest Grandpa's I know and just loves his grandkids to pieces. He never misses the opportunity to wrestle, play, swim, teach and just have a good time with them...I am truly thankful for that.

Well, the pool fun ended a little early with this massive dust storm that came rolling in at lightening speed. It was the craziest thing I have ever seen, but made for fun entertainment.

Of course, this is what happens after a day of swimming...pure exhaustion. Uncle Justin makes an awesome pillow.