Celebrating Father's Day at Murray Park

Since one of Dad's favorite things to do was get together with his family, especially at his favorite park, we found it a fitting place to celebrate Father's Day. As we continue to go through our "1st's" since his passing, it's still hard to realize he's not going to be there to share the love & laughter with the family. But, I also know he's smiling down when he sees his family together! :)  We're glad Aunt Toots could come enjoy some time in Utah, and join us for the picnic as well!

Our cute young men growing up on us! 

 Well, we know where Bri gets her cuteness from! :)

 Glad to have Adam join us too!  

 Doug, once again, working his magic on the BBQ

 Silly Kaley! :)

 Glenn arriving in style!

Kaley brought her bike so she can cruise around the park 

 Murray Park is a fun one to explore!

 Enjoying family time together! 

 Of course we have to attempt some of the traditional squishy face photos! 

 Not sure what Toots thought about it all! :) 

 I've always loved this park!  

 So these guys found a way to make a big slip n' slide to use on the great sleigh riding hill, and let everyone join in on the fun! :) 

Dylan, Bri & Kaley couldn't get enough!

 Well, some of us adults wanted to play too! :)

 It was a beautiful night with the family! 

Oh, our goofball & the faces he pulls! :)

Well Pops, thanks for bringing us together again...even if you're not here physically. Know I will always be grateful that I could call you my Dad! 

Bonko Fun with my girls

It's hard to believe it's been almost 17 years since I joined this fabulous group (which actually began over 18 years ago). I could not, nor would I want to, imagine my life without my Bonko Sistas! I'm sure you've heard be say that a million times before, and I'll keep saying it. They truly are "My Chosen Extended Family", as I like to call them. We're so glad that Maryann is back in Salt Lake & joining us again!! :) And as she's mastering her culinary arts, we are more than happy to let her try out her cooking skills on us anytime!! :)

Welcome back Mary!! :)

As life takes it's course, sometimes that means others have to move on. As much as we hate that, it's a fact of life! Not going to lie when I say I was very sad to hear that Suzanne would be moving to Seattle soon. Simply for my own selfish sake that is...it's a great thing for her! :) But, fortunately, her company is allowing her to come back & work here one week every month (which is awesome!), so hopefully it will almost be like she never left!

I truly love these girls...as they have been there through thick & thin, and talked me through many ups & downs along the way!

Our Silly Julie giving me a pose! :)

"Bonko!!" :)

Now the game itself is not always (or usually, for that manner) the only source of entertainment!  For example, if there happens to be a Pogo Stick there, some may try it again after MANY years (for their own sake, we will go ahead & spare those hillarious pics! :}). A Pogo Stick can also make a good prop for some Limbo action! :}

It's NEVER a dull moment when we are together. Thanks for always being there my Sistas! :}