Goodbye Summer!

Through out the month of August, we kept very busy with all sorts of summer fun! One afternoon was spent at the Boise Zoo. It is a rather small zoo, but the boys still love it! We got to see lions, giraffes, penguins, zebras, hyenas and monkeys. We came at the perfect time too, because all the animals were being fed their dinner. The penguins were the best to watch. They were diving and swimming all around!

The neighborhood that we moved into has a swimming pool, and we definitely put that to good use! Sometimes just the boys and I would go in the morning. Sometimes, we would go in the evening when Dad was home. Sometimes it was super crowded and sometimes it was completely deserted! Either way, we always had a blast!

One of the things I will miss the most about summer time, is the delicious fruits and veggies. This meal may look ugly, but it is heaven on earth for me! It is something my Mom would make, and I don't know what she calls it, but I call it Ramen Stir Fry.

Here is the recipe:
2 packages Ramen (prepared as directed)
1 Summer Squash (also known as Yellow Squash), sliced
1 Zucchini, sliced
2 Green Onions, chopped
1 Bell Pepper (I like red, but any color is fine), chopped
2 TBSP Olive Oil
Seasoned Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Shredded Cheese (I like cheddar)

After slicing veggies, add to pan with oil. Saute and add salt and pepper. Cover with lid, and let heat through. You may need to add a little bit of water, about 1/4 cup. When veggies are cooked, put drained noodles on plate and add veggies and cheese on top. So Easy, so Yummy! Well, at least I think so. Phil doesn't exactly agree. :(


Another favorite is Fresh Peach Pie!!! MMmmmmmm!!


We went down to the Boise farmer's market a couple times this summer! Our last trip was on Coleman's birthday. My parents were here visiting, so we enjoyed the market, and ate a delicious breakfast at Goldie's! If you are ever in Boise, you MUST go eat breakfast here!


We were definitely sad to let summer go, but we are already looking forward to all the fun fall activities!