the dreaded end...

Well, here it is, the last day of summer freedom. Sad.
We have been dreading this day for 3 whole months now and I guess it had to come. I am SO not looking forward to school starting tomorrow-UGH! YUCK!!!

We spent the last week soaking up as much fun in the sun as we could. We went to Cowabunga bay earlier this week and ended with a three day camping trip to Strawberry.

We had a wonderful time on the lake fishing and catching some rays and I get to head back to school with racoon eyes and a bright red nose. That should add to the fun!!!

Well, I can't complain too much-we did have a fabulous summer and all good things usually do have to come to an end, so until next May-SO LONG WONDERFUL FREEDOM!!!

Sweet!

Candy, candy, candy!
We LOVE candy, so today we went on a field trip with Stacey and her kids to Sweets Candy Factory in Salt Lake.
It was great. We went on a 40 minute tour of the factory and learned how they make everything from gummies (my fav!) to chocolate. The best part was the free samples along the way!
Once the tour was over, we received a bag of fresh taffy and were able to shop in the candy store. YUM!
Unfortunately, they do not allow you to bring in cameras so we had to pose in the waiting area after the tour. They made us wear these beautiful hair nets. Don't we just look HOT?! It was worth it for free candy!

Please find me a good renter

Well, back to square one.
My renters left last week. Bummer. I was very frustrated that they weren't holding up their end of the deal by letting my poor yard suffer, but at least they were payng the rent.
We went in last Saturday and gutted the place-and ta-da, it's cute again! YAY!
So now it is rent-able again. So if you or someone you know is interested in renting my adorable little cottage home, please let me know!!! It's available now.

I LOVE SUMMER!

I'm trying really hard not to think about it, but summer is quickly coming to an end. NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!

I am so sad that we have to go back to school. I wish I could be one of those mom's who was disciplined enough to make home-school work. I love being home with my kids. There is nothing better than hangin' out with those two cuties. I know that 3 months is probably long enough for some parents-but not me!

So, here we are with 18 1/2 days left of summer vacation. I'm thinking back to what we have done so far. Lagoon, swimming, girls camp, trips to Sandy, bike rides, sleeping in, staying up late, movies, ah, just plain ol' good fun!!! So, now I must make the most of the next few weeks and make my self sick of being home so going back will be a little easier.
HA. Yea, right!

Birthday pictures.....finally!

She LOVES Elmo! ???? Teenagers!

THIRTEEN

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALIXX!!!

Today is my little girl's birthday. Only, she isn't really little. She is thirteen today-and she is 5 foot 6.

WHAT???

I don't know how either of the two happened? Oh yeah, I blinked and she grew up.

I remember the day she was born as if it were yesterday. It was a SUPER hot Friday afternoon-2:53pm to be exact. She was as stubborn then as she is today, and was forced out of hibernation 2 1/2 weeks after her due date. She came out purple and cone-headed, but it was love at first sight. Thankfully she has gotten better looking over time-hahahaha!

Kelsey Alixx, you are gorgeous and I LOVE YOU!
Happy, Happy Birthday Baby Girl.

I seem to be having issues posting the birthday pictures-so those will come at a later time. Sorry :(

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

Today is the 3rd anniversary of the day our family was sealed together for all time and eternity in the Jordan River Temple.

Since Mike and I already have a wedding anniversary, we celebrate this day as a family.

I am so grateful for my wonderful family, my sweet husband and my darling children. HAPPY FAMILY ANNIVERSARY--I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

July 6, 2006