Summer Fun 2010

First of all, I'm in complete denial that we only have a couple of weeks left of summer, before the kids go back to school. Seriously, where has it gone?!  I'm not going to lie, it's been a crazy few months, many pros & cons; but, when it comes down to it...it's al about the memories created along the way, and what you make of life & your relationships. Fortunately, we're amongst the best support group one could ask for. We're just one big huge happy family! And what's better, in Utah, than spending a day up in our beautiful mountains?! So the family decided to head up Millcreek Canyon to enjoy a nice summer afternoon together. Of course it was a fun time because we ALWAYS have a fun time together! :}

Of course the kids always love getting together. As we continue to watch them grow, we see the bonds they share, grow as well. We not only appreciate our own friendships; but, know we've created more friendships to last a lifetime. Lucky them! :}

The Dylan's (or Dillan's). However you spell it, we know which one is "The Villain" here. I think the picture says it all! :}

Me & My Man

Just givin' some love to our fellow sisters!

Tracy's Brandon, who is looking forward to a big adventure living in Australia for a year with his dad. We're going to miss him! But, glad he gets such a fabulous experience just the same! 

"The Twins", Bailey & Kaley (who was otherwise known as "Pinkalicious" this day, after one of her favorite books! :})

We thought it would be fun to share a round of our new favorite game: Left, Right, Center. 

A game entertaining for all ages (though since they got their one's they were playing with from mom and/or dad's wallet, shouldn't mom or dad get the winnings if they win? :})

Cute little Maddy had to sit in too :}

Pinkalicious must have had lots of pink cupcakes, even her hair turned pink! No more pink cupcakes for you young lady! :}

Dylan was on a roll...and enjoying having cash in his hands! It came down to him & Nakia for the winner of the pot. Which, with 19 people playing, makes for $57...not bad! :}

Silly Dylan! The excitement of possibly winning was too intense! (oh I love his cute smile/laugh! :})

And the winner is.......

Chris & her girls. It was especially good to all be with their family at this challenging time. We know that our extended family time is so important for them, and us, in getting through this rough bump in the road!

C-Hawk & B-Dawg, best friends since birth! :}

The kids are always good at keeping themselves entertained!

The boys were determined to hike up that big hill. 

That was quite a hike for them!

And then they had to go one more time!

And wonderful memories is exactly what we created, just as we planned! :}