Canobie!

It was the annual Raytheon picnic at Canobie Lake park and we were very excited. Pip slowly warmed up to the rides, starting out the with the old-standbys in the kiddie section. Vivie was having none of it. And didn't change her mind. With the exception of the big train that we rode as a family around the park, she refused every single ride!


We decided to hit the water park since the weather was warm. Both Pip and Vivie stayed cautiously along the edge ... careful not to get splashed by any of the falling water. Don't even think about climbing into the towers or going down a slide. This was rather disappointing news to Phil who was looking forward to the big slides.


I didn't have a suit -- or the energy at this point in the day -- to brave the water section so I attempted to rest a bit. I got this warm hug reception from Pip as we were finishing up there.


On our way over to the bumper cars we found these hangman props ... Pip was all concerned for me when I stuck my head in. Until he realized it was just for silly.

No longer afraid, he showed off his own naughty villain face in lock-down!

Finally we found the bumper cars and Pip was a riding champ.

The day went on and we were all exhausted by 7. Phil and I were hoping to change them into their pj's in the car before leaving so we could put them right into bed when we got home. But of course, they passed out in the car and woke up on the mile-long trek up to the apartment. Backfire! We need a house!