Busy Busy SUMMER

Seems like we have been very busy this Summer! Now that its half way over I thought I would just put a mix of pictures on. Its hard to keep up with a blog lately!

We done lots of backyard swimming with cousins so far

The 4th of July weekend we went to Island Park, Yellowstone, and the Uintah's. Lots of driving in four days, but worth all the fun


Outside the cabin we stayed in Island Park. Sienna loves to pick flowers.

Mammoth Falls inside Yellowstone

We visited a bear and wolf "refuge" outside of Yellowstone. It was a very sad zoo with all the animals sleeping and two little bears. But this bear was the best to see.

Me, Sam, Sienna, cousin Griffin, Alexis and Clint

Hard to stay clean when you are four-wheeling in the massive dirt trails!

Sienna sporting her awesome bike helmet with her cousins

Gotta love smores and the fire time when camping at the cabin in the Uintah's

Saw Eclipse on premiere night at the Megaplex in Ogden. Such a fun girls night out!

Friends-Angie, me, Bobbi, Michelle, Cassie, Michele, Shevon

I am sooo Team Jacob in the movie, BUT Team Edward in the book. Me and Bobbi couldn't get enough of the Cardboard Jacob! The usher had to actually move them away from our group!

Lagoon day with cousin Jackson-It took a while to get Sienna on the rides. She has found fear inside of her, but with the help of Pringles and a lot of distracting while waiting in line, she finally got the hang of it.

Bulgy the Whale

Sam and my dad made 5 shots and got stuffed animals for all the kids! Nice work guys!

For our anniversary we went to Vegas and stayed at the Monte Carlo. We had lots of lounging time at the pool and lots of moths in our room! I hate moths more than any other insect besides spiders. Luckily the housekeeper brought the vacuum to get rid of them! REALLY! I could have done that. Not sure I will ever stay there again!

Instead of seeing a Cirque de Soliel show-not sure I spelled that right-we saw the Jabawokee's. Not sure if I spelled that right either! They are this awesome dance crew that won MTV's "America's next dance crew". They were performing at the MGM and at the last minute we got stand by tickets. We were in the front row, one foot away from the stage! It was so cool! It's an anniversary I will never forget!

Went to a REAL soccer game and stayed for the David Cook concert after! Loved it!

David Cook performing in the rain

Swimming at Cherry Hill-always a favorite of Sienna's

Face painting at the carnival at Cherry Hill. I can't believe she held still that long!!!

Wasatch Back Ragnar Race

Last week me and Sam ran in the Ragnar Wasatch Back Relay Race. It goes from Logan to Park City, a total of 188 miles. It was a lot of fun and a lot of hard running! After being crazy enough to do the one in Vegas, my work got two teams together for the Wasatch Back race. Our team name was Striptease-yes it is medically related. We had fun, laughter, and no sleep in our van. Sam ran leg 9, one of the hardest legs and did so well! I was so proud of him! He ran 3.5 miles around Pineview, 9.5 miles at 3 am, and then 3.6 miles up the first half of a massive mountain called "The Ragnar". I ran while being 4 months pregnant. Yes we are expecting a boy in December, in case I haven't told ya yet! I ran leg 12 which was up Snow Basin road 3.1 miles, 6.5 miles through Oakley, and 5.1 miles to the finish line in Park City! My last leg was so awesome! It was sunset and I had the best scenery around me! I'm so glad I did it and am SOOO glad its over. My bladder can't take anymore running for a while! We thought we had lost our camera after the 1st leg, so I don't have too many pictures. Luckily we found it in the van after the race! Hopefully we can do this crazy relay race again next year!

The back of our van decorated

Before the running started


Sam running his first leg by Pineview Dam



Me at the top of Snow Basin handing off the slap bracelet to my next teammate-Thankfully!


At the top of Snow Basin trying to get a little rest


My van of teammates-Jen, her husband Josh, Cara, me, Sam, and Kevin-the best van ever!!!

Union Station Model

I wanted to take some 2 year old pictures of Sienna. It's so fun to see how they change from year to year. She was so good for the photographer! I can't believe the difference of how she knew what to do in front of the camera. 5 months ago, she wouldn't even smile or look at the camera. Now she acts like a little model! We were also able to get a in a few family and couple pics too! I liked the location of the Union Station in Ogden. There are a lot of good backgrounds and fun ideas with the trains. I think a lot of the pictures turned out great, so I have to share most of them with you all!

Winter Break?

So for our spring break last week we some how ended up in Bear Lake. Kindove a long story but the short of it is--- it did not feel like Spring Break!!! Usually every Spring Break my side of the family goes to St. George. I can remember doing this every year since I was 10. This year my mom decided to book the condo in Pagosa Springs Colorado instead this year. It's near Mesa Verde Park and the four corners area. Needless to say with the horrible winter storm it was freezing there. My mom called from Colorado and said its an 8 hour drive, but I could get you somewhere closer like Bear Lake or Wolf Creek. She stated she understood if we didn't want to drive 8 hours and be in snow. So we decided to drive 2 hours and still be in the snow at Bear Lake! We did a lot of swimming and inside quiet time even with a two year old. It was a nice break, a nice idea mom, but next year we are going to St. George no matter what!

At the Garden City park in 40 degree weather

The park had some interesting play equipment


Sam at the top of the wire tower thing

CHEESE!!!

Sienna enjoying the blue sky at the North beach at Bear Lake-surprisingly we were the only ones there-go figure!!!

Enjoying our picnic on the beach

Going to the water-we asked Sienna if she wanted to go swimming and she said YES!!! If only we had our wet suits!

Gotta love Utah's spring weather and the beautiful water of Bear Lake

Happy Easter

We celebrated Easter on two Sundays this year. I had to work on Easter so we had Sienna find all her eggs with dad at home and then she got a basket from the bunny that night. The week before she had two egg hunts with her cousins from both sides. I think she got plenty of candy and plenty of cute clothes and toys from family also. Such a spoiled girl! Hope everyone had a good one!

The night of Easter with her basket of goods

Just love that she has a sucker in her mouth while she is smiling


Before all the hunts to come

2nd Birthday

Sienna had her 2nd birthday last Saturday. I know everyone says it goes by so fast, but it HAS gone by too fast! We decided to have her party at MY GYM in Layton. You can rent out the entire place for an hour and half and have up to 20 kids. We had 15 cousins and friends there with Sienna along with all the adult family. So much better than cramming everyone into our house! She loved it there but wasn't quite sure what to do with all the attention on her! The slides, zip line, trampoline, and dodge ball was fun for all! The only disappointing part was not being able to open presents there. The party got over at 8pm and I didn't realize I had to tell them we wanted to open presents there. Apparently it takes away from "playing" time from the kids. We were all so tired by the time we got home, she ended up opening the presents the next day. Luckily she didn't mind at all! I love you baby girl and hope you had a great birthday to remember!

Her favorite part of the gym was the trampoline.

I think she looks like a natural gymnast

Gotta have the funny face picture! Poor Kynli in the front got a bloody nose from another kid kicking her in the face. She was such a trooper. Did not cry once!

We decided on an animals theme. Sienna loves animals and can name everyone in every book.!Its amazing how much she remembers-I think she even remembers going to the zoo last month!

That was some goooooood cake!

All her loot! THANKS EVERYONE!!!

Sit and spin was her favorite

We got her a new swing set for her to play on! She will never want to be inside anymore!

In memory of BEA

My grandma Bea passed away yesterday. She was 86 years old. I'm going to miss her so much! She was always such a caring and happy lady. I have so many fond memories of playing at her house when I was young. She always had yummy goodies and Apple Jacks waiting for us. She was always so strong and determined to not let life slow her down. She had such a special bond with Sienna and I know she will not be forgotten. I'm so glad I got to spend extra time with her last summer helping to take care of her. The game show network, egg sandwiches, and bean with bacon soup will always remind me of her. I'm sure she is so happy to be reunited with my grandpa. I love you Grandma Bea and know I will see you again some day!