Doug hurt his finger pretty badly a few weeks ago. We were getting ready to go on a family bike ride and he was pumping up a tire. Mid-pump, the two metal shafts came apart and Doug slammed his finger down onto an open metal tube with all his weight. (And we all know Doug is not a little guy!) He sliced his finger open from side to side, requiring a trip to the ER. He got 8 temporary stitches and was told he had to see a hand surgeon because he sliced the tendon that allows him to raise the tip of his finger. The surgeon said it should grow back together naturally, so thankfully no surgery was required. He does have to wear a finger brace for 6-8 weeks. Apparently Doug was just trying to follow a family tradition since his Uncles Kenny & Barry both have cut off fingers! I told him he'll have to try harder next time!
***WARNING***
The pictures below are not for the squeamish- only for those who can handle the sight of blood and uncovered stitches. If you don't want to see them, scroll quickly to the next post. If you want to make fun of Doug for hurting his finger on a bike pump, you can call this hotline number. 1-88PUMPITUP.
All the kids love Grandma's tire swing and this year Carter got in on the action!
Ashley was holding onto Susie for us. Susie is the newest member of our family. She is a 1 1/2 year old German Shorthaired Pointer. She is a total sweetie, but needs some behavioral training. She'll get there eventually. She and Carter 
Grandma snuggled Ellie in her pink blankie that she crocheted for her. It is so soft and cozy, I told her I wanted her to make one for our bed. I think her response was something like, "If you want it in ten years!" Apparently it takes a long time to make stuff like that, so a huge thank you to Grandma Annette for taking the time to make Ellie Belle her beautiful blankie!
