What I did on my summer Vacation

Took a couple of trips to Utah.  One for a graduation, the other for a baptism.  The kids had a blast hanging with the cousins.

 

Took a weekend and went to the mountains.

Took the kids to swim lessons.

Ashleigh cried until I let her wear my sunglasses.

Remodeled my kitchen island.  I’ve got to get rid of the white-washed pink cabinets.

Added and updated some things in the preschool room.

 

And tried to keep up with these cuties.

 

 

 

 

Our 9 YR OLD

In the beginning 9lbs 7oz. 21 1/2” long

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5

Year 6

Year 7

Year 8

Year 9

To Date 78lbs 57 1/2”  man he is gonna be one tall guy!

The 4th

For the 4th we had grandma and grandpa over for dinner, which was really yummy- pulled pork sandwiches, fresh fruit, raspberry salad, corn, and jello cake for dessert.  Then we went and found a place to watch fireworks.  We were actually right outside a firestation.

The kids attempted to entertain themselves while waiting.  Here is Ashleigh dancing.

Aunt Pam came with us too.  She also helped to entertain.

I think Logan is trying a new dance move here.

The two older kids playing ink a bink a bottle of ink.

When are they going to start????

Quick but Fun Family Reunion

We went to the Kenyon Udall Family reunion in Christopher Creek this last weekend.  Logan was the lucky one who got to go up for 3 nights, thanks to Uncle Steven and Aunt Jill, to hang out with his cousin Noah.  Here is a picture of them exploring.

 

We were able to go to Tonto Creek and look around.  We tried going to the  fish hatchery but it was closed.

 

Utah Trip

We went to Utah for my niece, Kayla’s, graduation.  Sadly we had to leave Jeff at home.  We were able to visit Bingham Copper Mine.  The kids really enjoyed it.  Our grandpa Lindsay actually has a tire swing made of a tire this size.

We were able to visit with family.  Here are the kids with their second cousin, Gage, eating popsicles on the front porch of my uncle’s house. 

And this is Kenyon attacking my Uncle Bob. 

The kids had a great time riding bikes and wearing helmets.  In fact the other three were never around to get their pictures taken.And yes Kenyon still loves dogs and I would get him one if I was promised a dog as good and mellow as Skipper.

Makenzie is a Kindergarten Graduate !

Makenzie made it through her first year at Finley Farms.  I was able to come in several times throughout the year and do special projects with her class.  It was so much fun watching her grow this year.  She had a great teacher, Mrs. Beck, who she will miss as she moves on to 1st grade. 

Dancing Divas

The girls had the opportunity to take dance this year with Jeff's cousin Laura. They had a fantastic time and were so cute in the recital.

Logan loves Cub Scouts

We were able to attend an arrow of light pack meeting.  Logan’s wolf den made their own instruments and played a number for us.

 

He also received some belt loops for art, music, and flag football.  Yeah Logan.

Makenzie’s Birthday Kid Party

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Kenzie wanted to take some friends and cousins to see The Princess and the Pea for her birthday for her party.  The girls had a great time.  Her cake was the princess’ bed. 

Easter 2010

 

Dyeing Easter Eggs

 

 

I read in a magazine to use a whisk so the kids don’t make a mess.  It didn’t tell you that the parents hands are messy from getting the egg in and out. Cute girls.

 

 

After finding Easter Baskets.  Kenyon ate so much chocolate

We had some family over for dinner.  Here the kids are in their Easter outfits.