Cousins…

My kids LOVE staying with Adam and Katie when we visit Utah.

Take a Hike…

We got together with Jason’s family the day after the wedding and took a hike to a waterfall.  I love how many cousins my kids have on Jason’s side of the family.  With over 30 grandkids, there are lots of kids to play with when the family gets together. 

 

   

 

 

Luke was Taya’s buddy and even carried her on his shoulders.

Ammon and Dawson were hiking buddies and loved hanging out on top of the waterfall.

 

Stephanie’s Wedding

We made the long driving trek to Utah for Jason’s niece’s wedding.  I am so glad we made the trip.  We had a wonderful time!  It was a beautiful wedding and we loved spending time with Jason’s family.  Stephanie and Junior were married in the St. Lake Temple.  We were able to spend some time at the temple visitor center and visit the gorgeous temple grounds.

All of Jason’s siblings were able to attend the wedding.  It was so special to have all of them together in the temple sealing room.

 

What a beautiful bride!

   

Now, onto the PARTY!

 

I LOVE a good wedding reception and Steph did not disappoint – dinner, dancing and even Zumba!

 

Best Buddies – Taya and Sydney – dancing away

Holden was so cute – he loved dancing and jumping to the music.

 

Congratulations Stephanie.  We enjoyed your special day!

Going to the Zoo, Zoo, Zoo....How about You, You, You?

A great day with Taya's preschool at the Folson Zoo.

Boys Only!

For his birthday party, Dawson chose to take his two best buddies, Kyle and Tommy, to a boys only night of laser tag and video games.


Tommy, Dawson and Kyle

 

Dawson’s 7th Birthday…Never Say Never

Dawson’s Birthday started out with a “7” whole wheat pancake with buttermilk syrup – Dawson's favorite!  Then, he got a call from Grandma and Grandpa with a special happy birthday song.

 

The whole family got together for Dawson’s special birthday dinner of Broccoli Chicken Cheesecake, his favorite. 

Happy Birthday to you Dawson!

Now, it’s time for the presents…

 

The BIG surprise present this year…a Wii!  Look at that face.  We got him on video and he was shocked and thrilled!  I always said I would never get my kids a video gaming system.  I have had a bad feeling about them ever since my brother ditched a week of school in the 5th grade to stay home while my parents were at work and play Mario Brothers on his Nintendo.  But one thing I have learned as a parent is to “Never Say Never” :)  The Wii is different in my book and it is much more physical.  So, I was finally talked into it…

Guess how he spent the rest of his night?

   

What Dawson loves at age 7:

He loves wall ball, the Wii and playing with friends.  He gets bored super easy and often asks what fun thing he can do next.  Every night he wants to know what is going on the next day – he likes having fun things to look forward to and is very social.  He loves having a “party breakfast” where we eat pancakes and crank up his favorite song Taio Cruz’s “Break Your Heart”.  Then he busts out his break dance moves for us to enjoy.  He can snow ski, water ski and likes playing baseball and soccer.

We love you Dawson!