A trip to the Smokey's with Gummy and Gumpy

Gummy and Gumpy happened to be in Tennessee two weekends ago and we were able to meet them and spend the weekend with them. It was wonderful (more details and pics to come).

Family Pictures

So, the last week we were in Utah I had a brilliant idea to get our family pictures taken. A few phone calls, an awesome photographer, and some willing participants and this is what we got.

Thanks so much Shanna for the short notice, we love them!!!

I think they turned out pretty good considering we were trying to get ready for the pictures and our flight that left at 6:30 a.m. the next morning.

Don't let this one fool you!!


This is pretty much sums up Luke for the entire photo shoot!
Thanks for being patient!!


On the other hand, Ezra was eating it up and pretty much did everything Shanna asked.

Love this one!!!

Thanks again Shanna!!

The Gym

The other day I was at the gym, keeping to myself, and enjoying my workout when a woman got on the cardio machine next to me. I continued my workout not really thinking anything of it when.....I hear someone singing. Yes, singing!!! I know what you are thinking, she probably had her ipod on super loud and didn't realize she was singing. So, I quickly glance over to give her a hint that she is singing way to loud when I realize that her eyes are closed. This little tiny lady singing at the top of her lungs about praising Jesus, with her eyes closed, and her body swaying, all while on the treadmill. Pretty impressive huh???

Memorial Day

Thanks to the Fillerup's we had our first successful rock climbing adventure!!!!
They took us to North Carolina and we hiked to the top of a gorgeous mountain with a beautiful view. We hiked, rock climbed, enjoyed good company, and had a picnic for most of the day. Our kids love Nynke and Mel, and they are so nice and patient to have us and our two little ones tag along. They even brought a children's harness so that Ezra could give it a try. He was a little hesitant at first, but ended up thinking it was pretty fun. Spencer was awesome and I at least made it to the top (sorry folks no butt shots of me this time).
Can't wait till next time!!!

Luke loved his ride in the back pack!!!

The beautiful view!!!

Enjoying some lemonade with Nynke after the hike down.

Picking Strawberries

My Little Angel!!

1- Screwdriver thrown at head causing intense bleeding.

2- Smashed hands after tipping over a chair.

3- Band-aids to cover up the wound from picking up a razor by the blade.

4- Hours of sleep.

3- Timeouts for pinching, hitting, punching, bugging brother.

2- Bruised knees after jumping from a countless number of things.

1- Tired mom and it is only 2:00.

By the way, all of this was caused by this sweet little angel!!!

Go Gladys!! Go Gladys!!!

Thanks to the Allen's we had the opportunity to see Gladys Knight and the Saints Unified Voices Choir Perform at our local Stake Center. It was awesome!!! An amazing production filled with gorgeous music, beautiful testimonies, and a whole lot of singing, clapping, and amenin'!!! Gladys and the Choir really bring a special Spirit to their performance and if any one has the opportunity to go, I would definitely recommend it!!! She shares the gospel to all through her wonderful words, and her beautiful story of how she found the truth.