Monday, April 30, 2012

Baby trip

This is my nephew Lincoln. We were able to make a weekend trip up to Spokane to see him and his parents. It is so strange to me that my little sister has a baby. I couldn't help but think back on when I first had Claire. We had no idea how much our lives would change...
Doesn't he have the cutest hair?

Proof that I was actually there

On Saturday we decided to explore Spokane and get the kids some fresh air. We went to the Riverside Park and had a blast! This is the Garbage Goat. You push a button and this goat statue actually sucks trash out of your hands. The kids loved it! We had to create more trash to keep feeding him.
 There is a really huge Radio Flyer wagon with an awesome slide at the park. I may have gone down.


On the carrousel. It actually made me a little sick. I just can't spin anymore.

We walked around and across the falls. The pictures just don't do it justice. It was pretty breathtaking to watch how fast and powerful the water was rushing through there. We even got wet at we crossed one of the bridges.





Had to hit up the kiddie rides for super expensive fun.  :)

My mom only wanted one thing from us...and here it is. Sisters with the new baby.

My fam

We took literally bajillons of pictures with all sorts of combinations. It was a bit of a joke. By the end Chris came up with this combo....
the dogs decided to participate and make it extra awkward.  :)

It was a fun packed weekend! With all the walking, playing, picture taking, and swimming at the hotel, we were pooped! 

Monday, April 9, 2012

Easter Fun

Easter weekend was gorgeous! The sun was out and we were able to spend lots of time outside. On Saturday we went to a fun gathering with lunch, games for the kids, and an egg hunt. The kids had a great time. Neil really enjoyed the little play house they had in the yard. He also really enjoyed all the candy. It's his first year for getting to eat it all, and he is sure digging it. :)

Sunday was a great day too! Sacrament meeting was very powerful and moving with all of the great music. It was nice to really remember my Savior and what He has done for me. It's always a challenge to try making Easter more Christ centered for the kids. It is really important to me that they understand what it is all about. I am still trying to come up with a good balance.

We went to Grandma and Grandpa's house for a nice family dinner. The kids played with cousins and we were able to relax and chat. Overall, it was a great weekend. I am ready for more sun! It really was energizing.