Family Dinners In Heber

We have enjoyed many family dinners in Heber this summer. We've gotten together for June birthdays, July birthdays, Father's Day, Charlie's family in town, Katie's family in town, and Uncle Joe in town. We are making the most of our time with my Mom. We had Costa Vida cater a few of the dinners. Uncle Joe treated to pizza when he was in town. 

There are the cutest boys in my mom's neighborhood that love to greet my mom on her nightly walk. They have made cute signs for my mom and are so thoughtful.

I snapped this of my Dad talking to Kade because moments like this are numbered. We are grateful for every moment we get with my parents.

Sienna's Friend Party and Shopping

Sienna wanted to go park-hopping for her birthday, but when we looked at the weather forecast, it showed it would be 100 degrees. We decided to change plans. We started off the night making homemade pizzas. They turned out ok. Everyone seemed to like them. Then we opened presents and played games. We played bingo, unwrapped all of the Saran Wrap, and played spoons. 

Then they watched the movie Michael, and then we took everyone home. There was no drama, and it was a fun party. I'm so glad we decided to change plans.

Soccer Tournament at Lakeside

It has been a busy summer and I can't keep track of the names of the tournaments. Kade's team and Tag's team played in tournaments at Lakeside. Both were put in too high of divisions and they lost most of their games. Kade's team won their last game, thankfully. It was against his old team so really wanted them to win to make us a feel good about our decision. We won by a few points so we feel good about our decision to leave. 

Kade's 14th Birthday!

Kade knew he had a soccer tournament game on his birthday and then the rest of the week, so we celebrated his birthday before and after the tournament. We still haven't had his "friend party." He wants to take a friend to Heber to sleep over, fish, and go to the Heber pool. Hopefully, we can make it happen soon.

He got new cleats and some clothes for his birthday. 

Naturally, we had to go to Chuck A Rama for Kade's birthday dinner.

In the last year, Kade has gotten taller, and his voice has gotten deeper. He is stronger and a great helper when he wants to. He loves spending time with his siblings. He really loves soccer even more than last year. He still needs his sleep and he loves listening to music. 

Tag's and Sienna's 12th Birthday!

We've had many fun sleepovers in the basement this summer. There are two couch beds now along with two other couches so there are lots of comfy places to sleep. Tag and Sienna slept in the basement so that is where we found them to wake them up for their birthdays.

Sienna wanted to go shopping for her birthday so she didn't have much to open besides sibling gifts. tag had a few things to open because he got a disc golf set and a snow cone maker. 

We went to the Provo Pool for their birthdays. This was Tag's friend party so we took Gio, Blake and Callen. Sienna planned a friend party for Friday night.

I took cupcakes to celebrate.

Sid came with Mir and Brig so that was so nice of them to come to the party.

Birthday pictures by the front door...

In the last year, Sienna has gotten taller. She is just as friendly and cheerful as ever. In my phone her contact name is Sunshine. She has a great group of friends. She loves Ramen and Noodle microwave packets from Costco. She loves watching shows on Disney. She still loves dolls, Baby Threes, and squishies. 

In the last year, Tag has not grown as much but has definitely matured. he is done with toys, Legos, and other things like that. He loves soccer and could play all day everyday. He loves playing the piano but is done with lessons. He has a few best friends. He likes to ask lots of questions. 

It was a good birthday!

Tag's birthday invitation:

James at Ben's and at Costco

Ben was the first of James's friend group to leave on his mission. 

James started working for Lowry Doors in May and worked full time until August. Then he asked to be done so he could have time for some hiking and time with friends.

Sharla took these pictures of the boys while Ben was in home MTC.

Betsy's Birthday

As adults, birthdays are only as fun as you make them. I wanted Betsy to feel special on her birthday but I had clinical until 2:00. Katie had mentioned taking her to lunch or something but I couldn't make it. Then I thought about what I could do. I always enjoy taking Betsy to dinner and a movie. So I asked her if she was free and she said yes. Then I thought about all of the family and how much we all love her and want to spend time with her. I invited all of the family to join us. Kasey's family was out of town, Lynnlee was in DC, James was working, and Marshall watched a World Cup game at Cam's and so that left the rest of us to see the movie. We had a great time even though the movie Super Girl wasn't my favorite action movie. Everyone seemed to enjoy it enough. 

I took this last Fall break and changed the words but Betsy really is the best Aunt! We are so blessed to have her.

We ate at Costa Vida after the movie. Mmmm.

My mom is so kind and generous and treated for the whole night. It was such a fun celebration, and I'm glad we could help make it a fun birthday for Betsy. 

July Birthdays

We celebrated July birthdays in Heber on July 5th. We had spaghetti, alfredo and lasagna. It was quite the line up. I made marinara sauce, spaghetti pasta, and cupcakes. I can't remember if I made homemade ice cream too. I think so. It was super stressful but turned out well.