Lion King!!

We went to Lion King in August- most of my family went. This is some of the girls, Me, My mom, Jen (sister), Kristie (sis in law) and Cassidy (sis in law). We had a great time and I was pleasantly surprised at the show. I was very entertaining.

First Day of School!

We had a adjustment this year, both of our kids went to school. Porter is starting 2nd grade and Halle started Kindergarten. I was so sad, but it has turned out pretty good. They both are loving school and doing so well. Halle has really taken off, and loved learning and writing all of her letters. She is always asking how to spell words- one letter at a time.- Porter has always been a good student and this continues. Halles bus stop picks up a lot of kids! This was the first day with all of them! All I can say is they have a great time on the bus on the way to school each day!

More Triathlons

Josh competed and did so well in a lot of triathlons this summer. This is bountiful where he took 3rd overall and 1st in his age group!

Hole in the Rock

While we were at Lake Powell we went to see "Hole in the Rock" made famous by the pioneers that we trying to settle the four-corners area. I had just read "Undaunted" by Gerald Lund and it was interesting to see the actual site. I once again was and am amazed at the things the pioneers did all for their faith and love of the church.

Lake Powell

cliff jumping
Josh and Halle

The Indian ruins

walking up the "indian steps" on one of the many adventures we embarked on.

Porter taking a snooze

riding the tube

Halle looking adorable,

Josh swimming with the kids- the kids turned into little fish while we were there- stopping only to eat, and that was with there lifejackets on ready to jump back in when done. We had such a great time with our friends the Hillmans. We went on lots of hikes, adventures, slot canyons, plenty of swimming, boat rides, tube rides, surfing and enjoying good company

Goblin Valley State Park

We went to Lake Powell this summer and on the way there we stopped at Goblin Valley. We came here each year with my family as a kid, and I really wanted the kids to see it. It was SO HOT!! so we didnt stay too long- but we still had a great time laughing at all of the funny shapes and goofy Goblins in the valley.

Cow Show-

Porter showing his cow

Halle "posing" more than showing her cow

Grandma helping Halle show, notice how mom is not helping Halle. I got stepped on in sandals by the cow, and got angry and said in a pretty loud voice "I hate cows!" that doesn't go over so well at a "cow show" filled with dairy farmers. Needless to say I got a few strange looks.

Heber City has a 4-H cow show each year, we love to go and love the area. They do a pee-wee show that all kids can participate in to give them experience. We had a great time and look forward to it next year.