The Stevenson Ohana

Thursday, July 24, 2025

July 2025

You know it’s been a good month when your camera roll to airdrop is overflowing—over 100 photos I wanted to share from July alone! It really was such a great month. It was packed with lots of happy memories and adventures in just a few weeks. Some highlights: I celebrated turning 35, we went camping, wrapped up the school year, and squeezed in some really great day trips and playdates. Feeling really grateful for such a full and happy July. 💛

Acai birthday date with some of the best people!

Double date with David and Julene to see Hadestown!

Friday, July 11, 2025

Last Day of School! + School Trip & Soccer :)

On July 11th, we wrapped up the last day of school! It was such a good year for the boys—we really loved their teachers and have had a great experience with the Dutch school system (minus those super strict attendance rules).

Clay had Juf Manon and finished up Group 1, while Luke had Juf Wessel and Juf Danielle finishing Group 4. Both boys had a great last day and a fun final week to close things out.

I added in some pictures from the week—highlights included going on a school trip with Luke (such a blast!) and wrapping up our soccer/football season. Now it’s officially time to celebrate: hello, summer! 🎉

Sushi Dinner last day of School!

We roasted bread on a stick over fire and put hotdogs inside.

Soccer mom and cheerleader

Friday, July 4, 2025

4th of July Camping & Fun

This year for the 4th of July, we celebrated with some American friends here in Amsterdam. We packed up food, had a picnic, and even camped overnight in the Amsterdam Forest. The weather was sunny and perfect, which made the whole weekend so much fun.

There were quite a few Americans to celebrate with, and it gave the day that extra festive feeling. The kids ran wild through the campground, playing late into the night—it felt like they never stopped. Since the sun sets so late in the summer, we all got to enjoy the long evening together, soaking up those extra hours of light with good company.