Dave's Birthday

I totally surprised Dave this year for his birthday. We made him a nice breakfast then blindfolded him and drove all over Logan. We ended up at the Logan airport where I had arranged for a flying lesson. He was totally shocked and so excited. The kids got to fly in the back and Dave did the lift off and flew all around Logan. It couldn't have been more perfect.Dave, the kids and instructor walking to the plane.
We ended the day with a fancy dinner at Elements. The kids actually loved their food, it was such a fun way to celebrate Dave's birthday.

Are You Kidding Me?

Dave continues to amaze me. He just ran the Ogden Marathon and did fabulously! He was a little sore after but other than that he accomplished an amazing goal and made us all so proud to call Dad. Matthew also ran a Kid's K which he loved and did well at. I think he has running in his gene's too.
I kid you not there were around 500 kids that ran this kid's K. Thank goodness he did not wear his green shirt so I could tell where he was.
My darling sister and Mom came to support Dave as he crossed the finish line. What inspiration it is to see all those people coming in. My sweet family all met at my mom's home afterward for a congratulatory lunch in Dave's honor. After all this is a HUGE accomplishment. (Lexie was at a YW pre-camp overnighter so she was not with us)

Mother's Day was sweet!

Dave had to work on Mother's day so we celebrated on Saturday. Jeff, Jana and kids all came up for the weekend. It was so fun being with them and all going to Hamilton's for their Mother's Day breakfast. It would have all been totally perfect if Matthew wasn't being a pill as you can see from the picture. He did not want to eat anything. We all loved the crepes, bacon, fruit, omlettes - okay you get the picture. Jana and I went shopping afterwards and then Dave made a yummo ribs and potato dinner for all of us. How did I get so lucky? Everyday I am truly thankful and humbled for all I have and especially for the blessing of being a wife and mother to two of the greatest kids ever.
I don't know what got into Matthew but it better not happen again next year.

What we have been up to.

Now that winter is finally over it seems like time has flown by. We survived another long, cold Logan winter. Every year Dave and I say "Let's move to St. George." One thing is for sure, we definitely would not want to retire up here.

To kick off Spring I went to St. George for a girl's weekend. We had so much fun eating, talking, getting pedi's, shopping and eating some more. It just wasn't long enough. What I would'nt give to be neighbors with these darling girls again.

For Spring break we took the kids to Maui. Since were flying out on Sunday I talked Dave into the Little America Easter Brunch. We had to tell the kids this was a once in a life time opportunity since it was on Sunday - but man did we love it.

So we went from this to.......

This

Fall is really here

Fall is already off to a great start! I usually don't love the Fall because I know winter is right behind it but this year I am actually enjoying it. We just got back from the Aspen Grove marriage retreat which is always so fun. The speaker this year was just exceptional - I don't think I have cried and laughed so hard in a long time. This is our 3rd year doing it and I said to Dave "We can't afford NOT to do this." We love hanging out with Jeff/Jana and Colter and Jen. We do the extended night and all of us bring our kids up for that. It is definitely a tradition we all love. The mountain was simply gorgeous with all it's color as you can see. Of course the picture does not do it justice.




Dave, 5 of this brothers and one nephew all did the OLYMPIC Bear Lake Brawl. I was so proud of him since he has trained really hard for this. They all had a great time as did the rest of us.

SUMMER _ NEVER a dull moment

Summer just flies by way too fast. Since our yard was all put in this year we were finally able to just go have fun and enjoy the warm weather. Here is what we have been up to. We had two family weddings, and 3 baby blessings this summer. Lexie was able to go to girls camp this year but got a little homesick and soaked. It rained the whole time. Lexie wanted her birthday party at the Aquatic Center again this year which was a lot of fun. We finally gave in and got her a dog for her birthday. Her name is Bella and she is 1/2 Westie and 1/2 Toy Poodle. We celebrated the 4th of July with my sister and her family in Layton. On our way to St. George and Las Vegas we stopped to see the Oquirah Temple which was so such a treat to do with our kids. We had a blast in St. George visiting with friends and family. Las Vegas was fun too but maybe not with kid next time. Dave, 5 brothers and one sister-in-law did the Logan triatholon again this year. It was so fun having them all come to our home after for breakfast. We went to Lagoon with some family and Dave, Matthew and Uncle Mark did the Sky Coaster. I finally got the kids on the Colossus this year which was very exciting for me. (I love that ride) The kids did a Kid's camp this summer to make money to buy Rock Band. They earned their goal and had a lot of fun doing it.

Catching Up

It seems like Spring just hit us with a bang. One day I am looking out my kitchen window at all the snow wondering if Spring will ever get here and the next day I am out mowing it. We have been loving Spring here in Logan. For Memorial day we all went to Woods Cross for a fun 5k walk/run with my sister and her husband. I was so proud of Lexie and Matthew for both participating. You probably can't tell from this picture but Lexie wasn't very excited about it.

Matthew's soccer team was undefeated this year. He had a great coach and a great time. He even scored a goal which got me off my chair and yelled so loud I think the people in the town next to us heard me.

For Matthew's 9th birthday we had a Lego party. The boys all made Lego cars and raced them. It was a huge hit.

To start summer vacation off right the day the kids got out of school we headed to Park City with my brothers family for a couple of days. We always love going there and getting our Alpine Slide and Coaster fix. It was so much fun we were just not ready to leave.

Mother's Day

This was the best Mother's Day ever. Since Dave had to work on Sunday he treated us to Hamilton's Mother's day buffet/brunch on Saturday. It was amazing. The owner treated Matthew like it was HIS birthday, I am not kidding he went all out for him. Lexie just loved the grilling station, we had to stop her after her 3rd steaks. Our kids were in heaven which made it that much more pleasant for us. We were seated right by the dessert bar so I was in my own bit of heaven. To top it off Matthew scored his first goal in soccer. I don't think I have ever jumped out of my seat and yelled so loudly. I was so proud I almost started to cry. It was all to perfect. I am so grateful for the privilege of being a mother there truly is nothing more rewarding.

Spring is finally here

So I love spring for many reasons but one is that I take down all my red stuff and put up my blue/green stuff. I change it out every 6 months which is perfect. Just when I start getting sick of the one color it is time to switch. Do I have too much time on my hands? Maybe.

If there is one thing I love it is getting together with old friends. This past weekend 3 of my bestest girlfriends drove all the way to my house for a "girls weekend." We had a blast catching up and even got some shopping in (thanks Blake for watching the kids). Times like this I will treasure forever.