Summertime

In the Summertime when the weather is fine...

Makayla looses her first tooth!

Natty is almost 2!
A visit with Josh and Erin!
Our hike to Stewart Falls...
Cabin Fever!
Tahoe Family!
Lake Tahoe Cutie...
Lake Tahoe Cuties in the sand...
Horsey Ride at the Cabin...
Patriotic Natty!
Little Cheeser!
State Flower!
A night out with good friends, the Brown's...
The gang's all here on the forth of July at Lake Tahoe!

Forth of July Cutie Pie!
My girlz...
A peaceful night at the Lake...
Future Tahoe BFF's!
The family BBQ at Tahoe...
The family waterfall hike at Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe!

May and June events

Spring Came late this year, really late! But we have still managed to pack in the fun! Can't believe my birthday has passed for another year already! Sometimes the days ans months just blend together and fly by...

Makayla and her bestie Karlee at the park!
Makayla won a medal for finishing her gymnastics year and showing off her routine.
This is bucky the pet dear. He thinks he is a dog and lives at a cabin just up from Cody's family cabin. what an incredible experience!

Morning mist at the cabin
Makayla and her besties! Ashley left and Karlee middle
Happy Birthday to me! 29 this year! Crazy!
Some of the flooding going on near my in-laws house due to all the snow pack and crazy rain. No, this is not their yard!
My parents and Aunt Kit came to visit over my birthday!



Our walk to Bridal Vail
Very sweet...
Looking down on Utah Valley
Mom and Pop
A family celebration for my birthday! I always feel so special and loved!
Going to the Wild West Show in Spanish Fork!

So at the beginning of our trip I had access to the internet and was able to post a few trip pictures of the first few days. When we changed hotels there was no access so alas, it all had to wait till we were home. Which of course includes a major lack of time with 2 little kiddos that are attached to moms leg and need constant attention! Anyways, here they are, as requested, the photos of paradise!

We just had the most amazing trip. What a beautiful destination. So many majestic sights to see, and fun to be had. Can't wait till our kiddos are a little older and can experience somewhere like Atlantis. Amazing!

Day 1: Fly forever to get there!

Day 2: Enjoy and explore our resort. Visit downtown and the pirate museum. Then go to Dolphin Cay!

Day3: Cody goes Scuba Diving. 3 Ship wrecks and 1 sunken plane, Amazing! I have a relax and enjoy the beach and scenery day. And of course people watch!

Day 4: After saying goodbye to our resort, we travel to our next adventure. Atlantis! It was nothing short of extravagant. We had a Sherwin Williams welcome dinner and then went to the Hypnotist. Cody was hypnotized and we had a great time!

Day 5: Explore the amazing waterpark and world of Atlantis. Aquariums, pools, slides, sunshine, and scenery. A group cocktail with Sherwin and then a fabulous dinner at an Italian Place! Great food!

Day 6: Another perfect beach pool day and massages. I know, poor us! Dinner at fantastic steak house, A majestic sunset with friends, an evening stroll in the perfect breeze, and ice cream. yummy!

Day 7: Beautiful fun day, I feel like a worry free kid again, hanging with my best friend like old times. Awards dinner with Sherwin and then awesome dance party! Good music and late hours filled with endless dancing! I love it!

Day 8: Last day at Atlantis! On to the next place. Hang out and do some reading. Try to come of the buzz from Atlantis. wow it was amazing!

Day 9: Went on a Booze Cruise: Mainly for the snorkeling and tour of the Islands. Peaceful dinner together and enjoyed the calm beautiful sunset.

Day 10: It took forever to get home! Boy did we miss our munch-kins!

~Thanks to everyone that made this possible! We owe you!~

Travel Bug

So far the Bahamas are just as I imagined! Beautiful weather, crystal clear water, and soft white sand. We have seen some of the most amazing views just looking straight out to sea while sitting on the beach with our toes in the water. Yesterday we went to the Dolphin Encounter on a private island about 30 minutes away. This was one of the most amazing experiences. Our Dolphin's name was Andy, which we thought was just a little ironic(considering my dad's name). He had a good sense of humor just like my dad. I think I may have laughed the entire experience because it was such a unique and wonderful way to meet another mammal. What incredible creatures! It was so neat how you can relate to a very intellegent creature without using language.

Today was a me day! Cody went Scuba diving. Lets hope he doesn't come back looking like a lobster! I spent the day on the beach, reading, writing postcard's, enjoying the clear ocean water, and swinging in a hammock under the breezes of an amazing palm tree. Bird's chirping and sand between the toes went the extra mile to allowing me to fully relax. My morning massage didn't hurt either! =) It's amazing sometimes I forget that at home I don't really ever slow down. The girls, the dog, the house, and work ensure that there is never any free time. I love it all, don't get me wrong, but somewhere along the way I think I forgot what it was like to free! I also feel guilty if i'm not getting something accomplished! But here, there is no one calling my name, hanging on my leg, or needing something. Of corse, there is a tiny voice in my head, ok, 2 that is saying we miss you mommy! To which I respond, I MISS YOU TOO, my sweet little girls!

Off to the next adventure in this majestic land!

March Madness

March is always a been time for our family! The weather is changing and we just want to go outside! we got the trampoline back up this month, we are starting to work out in the yard again and there are a few activities we have done outdoors. One is the color festival! The kids had a blast getting completely doused in color. Head to toe, literally! Makayla learned how to ride her bike which was a very special moment. Nadalynn is busy as ever roaming around the house and yard indulging in her naughtylynn activities. Cody and I just had our 9th Anniversary this month. Boy does time seem to fly by! I'm really starting to feel better after our car accident. Some days are better then others with my vision and headaches. I appreciate all the love from family and friends sending good thoughts my way! I just try to remind myself how fortunate we all our to have gotten away with really minor injuries in the grand scheme of things.

Cody and I are also getting ready for a big trip next week! we are headed to Atlantis, in the Bahamas. I just can't wait. Should be a trip of a lifetime. We always have a great time on vacation and make the best of every travel opportunity we have whether it is in our majestic Utah landscape or Hawaii's lush jungle like scenery. This trip to the Bahamas will be a new adventure in a part of the world I haven't yet had a lot of experience in. Can't wait! Camera, swimsuit, sunblock, and flip flops, I'm ready to go!