"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence."

Helen Keller













7.26.2009

Dallin Turns 4 Years Old!

We celebrated Dallin's birthday by going to Lagoon and then coming home and changing into dry clothes since we all got soaked on Rattlesnake Rabbits as Hannah calls it :) and had family over for cake and ice cream and the opening of presents.




7.06.2009

Payton's Blessing

Since all of Scott's family was here for the fourth we decided to also bless Payton. She was such a good baby the entire time and looked so beautiful in her dress. We are truly blessed to have this sweet daughter in her our home that our heavenly father has sent us.
Thank you to all that came and celebrated this special day with us.





Payton's First Swim

On the Fourth of July the family spent the day at Uncle David and Gretchen's pool. We ate food and the kids swam and swam and swam and swam and you get the point :)
Scott wanted to make sure Payton was included so he had me strip her down to her diaper and hand her to him for her very first swim. I don't think she liked it, but it's a cute picture anyway

7.05.2009

West Point Days

To celebrate the 4th of July the whole family met at park in West Point for West Point Days. We grown-ups sat around and talked and the kids played at the park, went and played on the blow up slide and bouncing room and got their faces painted. The city also fed everyone good ole' sloppy joes with cookies, chips, and watermelon. Afterwards we all came back to our house and watched the fireworks from our backyard since we have a clear view. It was a good time.

Waiting for the fun to begin

Ryker and Oliver

Dallin

Hannah and Evelyn




The girls-Logan, Hannah, Evelyn and Morgan


Scott and Gretchen


Uncle Korey with his funnel cake-Hands Off!


Hannah and Evelyn


Dallin with his grape soda


Hatch and Tate


Dustee and Meghan


Poppie and Grandma


Dallin, Preston, Oliver, Emma, and Ryker

Happy 12th Birthday Jarynn!

We celebrated Jarynn's 12th birthday on the 24th. We spent a few hours at Lagoon and then by Jarynn's request we went to Golden Corral for dinner. After dinner we came to our house for cake and ice cream and of course presents! :)


Hannah's Tumbling Costume

Hannah had her tumbling recital on the 23rd. Here are a bunch of pictures of her costume before we left. She was such a joy to watch and to see how much she had improved. She is signed up for kick overs next year so we are excited to see what she accomplishes.







Nana and Grandpa Steve Visit