First post

I decided to start a blog to keep extended family posted about the happenings of the Rogerson Family.

Last week we were up north for our second trip this summer to Minocqua. We were up there 2 weeks ago as well. This trip we took nephew Seth with us and it was a joy to have him. He absolutely loves the lake and even said to me, "Next year I'm bringing a friend up here!" This year Seth got up on the wakeboard. In the photo he has the Go Pro camera mounted to his helmet. He tried and tried and tried to switch (where you move the board so your rear leg is in front) and almost got it down. He's really close and I'm sure next year he will succeed. Abby also invited a friend up, Tuti, who came for three of the five nights we were there.

The weather was beautiful for three of the five days. I always tell people you have to come to Minocqua for at least three nights to increase the likelihood of being there on a warm day. The kids enjoyed tubing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and fishing. Abby and Tuti went on a trail ride as well. Tony spent his days keeping the boys busy, whether it be on the boat, on the golf course or fishing. Tony and I got in a few nice slalom runs. We like to go in the late mornings, no boats are out at that time and the water is generally smooth. One day I got brave enough to go tubing...something I rarely do because the goal of the driver of the boat is to make sure he whips you off the tube. Mission accomplished...that's me skidding across the water. No injuries though, but I did throw out my back the last morning we were there. I was trying to get up on the wakeboard and got pulled forward and felt that familiar twinge...the last time it happened I was putting Poppy in the bath tub. Oh well...just confirms this chick is too old to be wakeboarding.

Here are a few images of Jack and Abby wakeboarding. Jack is getting more confident every times he goes out. Both of them are getting "air" but I have to say, Abby didn't make that landing!

This year the 4th of July will be different than past years. It used to be a family day however now that the girls are older, they will be doing their own thing. Tony, Jack and I will head to a few parties were invited to and will watch fireworks at the local park. I was hoping to get in a few rounds of golf this weekend but not so sure that will be the case with my bum back.

The kids aren't too busy this summer. Abby and Rachel are playing in a volleyball league. Jack is playing a few junior golf tournaments sponsored by the WI PGA. His next tournament is in Lake Geneva on Friday, he's playing an 18 hole, par 3 course. He is also involved in baseball. Rachel contemplated getting a job but we figured it would be hard for her to get a job and ask for so much time off since we will be up north for three weeks this summer. Instead, she is doing some artwork for family members. Here is her first finished product that she painted for her Aunt Lori.

Well, I must sign off for now...the burgers are almost ready and it's time to eat. Happy 4th of July to all of you!! God Bless America.