The Cabin

A few weekends ago we were able to go to a cabin in Oakley with Anthony, Beckie and Lily. We had a really good time and it was nice to relax the weekend before my race. Although we stayed up late talking and playing games every night so I think I came home more tired but it was worth it. Here are some pics from the weekend:

We went three-wheeling. Don't worry, we went super slow with both kids riding with us and were on private roads.

James and Lily had fun playing together.

Anthony and Beckie in front of the cabin.

Saturday morning we went fishing at Smith and Morehouse. We took their pants off so they wouldn't get them wet in the water.

Lynnlee hung out in her car seat while we fished.

Hanging out on the swing.

Thanks Anthony and Beckie for a fun weekend!

Labor Day

We had a fun Labor Day weekend. We went to stayed at my parent's house most the weekend and went to Swiss Days. It's nice to get away and stay at my parent's even though they don't live too far from us. I feel like a kid again. We stay up late, play Dr. Mario, and watch movies.

Friday night we played outside with the kids.

James loves Grandma Ruth's swing!

Then we went on a walk around the neighborhood. James insisted on pushing Lynnlee.
Monday we celebrated Lydia's birthday in the morning. Then that afternoon we went for a hike up Battle Creek Canyon in Pleasant Grove. Here's the view from the trail.

We were happy to have Charlie, Angeline, Ashlyn and Lydia join us!

It is only about a half mile to this beautiful waterfall. It is a great hike for kids!

Family Reunion

We went to a family reunion up American Fork Canyon a few weekends ago. It was going to be our first family camp out since having James and Lynnlee. (I don't know why we never took James last summer because we love camping!) It ended up being really cold and rainy so I took Lynnlee home to sleep but Marshall and James got to camp. James did really well and loved sleeping in the "tunnel" (tent).

Our campsite was right next to a little creek. James and Lilly were entertained all morning throwing rocks into the water. Tyson made a game out of it. He lined up rocks on the bridge and then Lilly and James pushed them in.

It was so fun to have Lynnlee spend time with her Great Grandma Collier!

The Boat

This is the best boat ever! It's been in the family for about 13 years. We have had many good times on this boat! This picture was taken about 10 years ago at Lake Powell.

My parents took their boat on Deer Creek a few Saturdays ago and we got to go with them. James and Lynnlee were required to wear life jackets the whole time but they didn't seem to mind.

Marshall and I had fun jumping off the top into the water. I don't look as cool as Marshall does jumping in.

James had fun watching us.

James and Marshall went on the tube behind the boat. James didn't like that so much. I think James thought he was being left.

Here's my Mom. Sorry Dad I didn't get a picture of you too!

We even got to see the Heber Creeper. James loved it!

Thanks Mom and Dad for the fun day!

Pool Party

A few weeks ago our dentist had a summer party for all of his patients at the pool in Lindon. Now I know why we picked this dentist when we moved here.

It was a lot of fun. Our friends the Tibbs came with.

Camden and James could have stayed in the pool all night.

It was Lynnlee's 2nd time swimming and she seemed to be happy the whole time too.

Family Pics

A few weekends ago we had a family reunion at Bear Lake with Marshall's family. It was really fun and great weather. While we were there Marshall's sister Olivia took pictures of my family. She did a great job!

Thanks Olivia!

5 months old!

Lynnlee is 5 months old! It's crazy how time flies and how much she's changed. I love her little dimples! She has a beautiful smile when you can get her to show it off. Her eyes are still blue, I hope they don't change. I think she was meant to be child #2. She's loves watching James and having company. She cries when everyone leaves the room.

We found out surgery will be end of September, beginning of Oct. so we are super excited to have another month to play and enjoy. We love you Lynners!

(Thanks to Marshall's sister Olivia for the awesome picture!)

James is 2!

James turned 2 last week! He was lucky enough to have two parties. The first one was a birthday party with his cousins who also have August birthdays. We spent the day at Seven Peaks with my side of the family.

After the water park we went to a nearby park and had pizza, cake and ice cream. It was perfect weather that day. The park we went to was shaded and we had a great time visiting with family and the kids had fun running around.

James.

Drew is 1!

Singing to Miriel, James and Drew.

On his actual birthday we went to the Highland Splash Park. My Mom, Katie and her girls were able to come celebrate with us.

Rose and Lynnlee

James and Sid

Grace

Marshall and James

We ate dinner at California Pizza Kitchen that night. What 2 year old doesn't like pizza?

Happy Birthday James!

We potty trained James the week of his birthday. He loves wearing his Cars "big boy underwear" but hates "big boy potties." He will go on his frog potty we got him but that's it. We've tried to get him to go on normal toilets and he won't whether it's at home or in public. So that means the frog potty travels everywhere with us. We had it with us in the car all day on his birthday. Every time he needed to go we took him to the back of the car and he went potty on the frog potty. It works but life would be easier if he would just go on a normal toilet. Any suggestions for transitioning to a normal toilet?