Lake Powell

Isn't Lake Powell one of the greatest places! What's better than boating, skiing, eating, sunbathing, and sleeping. Jer and I were able to go to Lake Powell with his family for some fun on their houseboat. We had a blast even though the water was 59 degrees! We not only braved the water and did some wakeboarding, we also went on two hikes. The first one we ventured on was Hole in the Rock. It was amazing to think the pioneers came down the mountain with wagons and horses. The other hike was to Mistake Alcove to see some ancient ruins. We even celebrated a bunch of birthdays by having a minute to win it party where Natasha won. Thanks to Jer's family for a fabulous vacation!

Growing too fast

So, now that Michael is growing older and his speaking is improving, he no longer makes up his own words. And I must admit...I miss it. He used to crack me up with the funny things he would say and his own made-up language. I just had to write down my favorite words I will miss. Temple is no longer Patu.....Cars are no longer Eees....Suckers are no longer Racus....Binkies are no longer Nees....Cookies are no longer Cocos...treats are no longer Nums...fruit snacks are no longer Punkies...Water is no longer Wyo....Flower is no longer Fyo. I am glad that his speech is improving but I am going to miss his funny made up words.

And He's Off

Jer is once again the Man and completed his third triathlon. Isn't he inspiring! He did great this year and his time improves each time he races. He had to run 3.1 miles, bike 11 miles, and then swim 600 meters. You are awesome babe! Later that weekend, we also took the kids hiking to see a waterfall. They had a great time and it was so nice outside. Right now, it is snowing at our house, so I had to post pictures of us enjoying the nice weather, so I can remember that it will be nice again soon and we can go back outside, where we are all happier!

Spring is the air

It is finally nice outside! Yea! I am always so happy when the sun is out and I can feel its warmth. The kids and I have been spending most of our days outside enjoying the warmer weather and I took some pictures the other day, so I thought that I would post them. Michael would live outside if I would let him. Also, my poor brother broke his nose while playing rugby (rugby is crazy!!! where's the padding!!!). He had to go through a very painful surgery and recovery, but he is finally doing better. He had to wear a nose cast and guard for a few weeks, so I had to post a picture of him. Glad you are on the mend.

Easter

Happy Easter! I can't believe Easter has come and gone. Time is moving too fast. We had a wonderful Easter holiday. Sheryl and Nick and their kiddos came and stayed with us Friday night and Michael and Tanner had a great time coloring easter eggs and then finding them. Then Jeremy's mom invited us up for Easter Sunday. The kids were spoiled as usual by the Easter bunny and by their grandparents. And it was also wonderful to watch General Conference and celebrate the resurrection of our Savior. I love holidays, especially one's where there are large amounts of candy present!

Boondocks Rocks

Michael just can't get enough of Boondocks. In fact, he has been twice within the past week and a half. We were able to go once with my sister and he family and once with Jer's dads family. Both times Michael had a blast and we were there for four hours of non-stop fun. Michael had a great time on the go-carts, bumper boats, and the jungle gym area. He even bowled once and Jer tried the batting cages. We had a lot of fun, but now Michael thinks this is how all of our weekends should be spent. Oh, the joys of being young.

Blast from the Past

This past weekend I was able to get together with my high school girlfriends and have a girls night. We went out to Iggys and had a great time catching up. I must say that I am so glad that we still keep in touch and get together every once in a while. I had to post a picture of us now and then a picture of us in high school. I love you gals!