Sunday, July 30, 2017

Sunday at Snowbird!

 It's been a few years since all of our family has been able to spend the entire Sunday at Snowbird. Church here is done in a perfect way and everyone loves that it's just an hour, especially Brynlee.
 Kayli and I had coincidentally brought matching dresses - with no other choices available - guess we'll just have to be twins!
 One of my favorites from the day...my cute guy showing Brynlee the flowers as we walked back to Iron Blossom.
 I especially love this one amongst the wildflowers! Derek is a natural at this grandpa thing. Just notice all the extra things in his hand and pocket. :)
 There's always time for a Sunday walk out to the point...
 Oh my, what a beautiful view and it's so good to have Kayli and Bryn with us!
 GORGEOUS GIRLS all around!
Kayli and Haley have been coming to snowbird since they were just babies. I have loved watching them grow up together. We talked about their many sets of matching sundresses that Grandma Judith gave to them each summer. 
 Brynlee seemed to enjoy being in the mountains.
 The afternoon tie dye project begins...everyone's planning how they will color their shirt for this year.
 Grandma brings this tradition to life every year and all the kids love it. 
 Some really serious faces working hard to make sure the dye is applied just right.
 A quick smile from Sara in the midst of squeezing the pink bottle...
 Alli tried a new technique this year by dipping her shirt like a candle and adding more color each time - It looked pretty cool so far.
An original creation by Jake. I don't think there has ever been one quite like this! 
 I helped Kayli create matching shirts for her and Brynlee. Such a fun activity!! Thank You, Grandma!
 Before dinner, we took a drive up to Albion Basin. Our plan was to walk around at the top, but there were so many people with the same idea that there weren't any parking spots left. The wildflowers were so amazing and it was well worth the traffic up and down. Later we found out that 2000 cars went through this weekend. Crazy!
 Luckily, we were able to sneak a few photos in on the way down.
 This is one of my favorites!! I love how it captures Brynlee's personality so well!
 I don't think you could find someone more proud to be an uncle than Jake. 
These three loved walking down through the meadow together. It was a quick stop with Derek waiting in the car. However, we're so glad we took the time to jump out!

Monday, July 24, 2017

Celebrating Pioneer Day with a Shrimp Boil, Dodge Ball & Fireworks

With food covering a 20 plus foot span...and a party of 25, it's time to dig in! 
Derek pours out the shrimp, corn, potatoes, shrimp, sausage, onions, and more shrimp...along with bread and watermelon.
It's a crazy non-utensil kind of meal 
Jake explains the rules of dodge ball!
Waiting on the sidelines for their team to win.
Gathering the balls for many more rounds.
From off the top deck, these cuties danced and sang karaoke almost the entire evening .

These four enjoyed some 'girls talk' before we watched all the fireworks.
Perfect evening!

Saturday, July 22, 2017

Sara had a Blast at EFY!

They are off to find their assigned building and then their room. 
 Excitement is in the air!
These two have been talking about going to efy together for the past 3 years. Now it's finally their turn.  HAVE FUN Sara and Haylee! I'll be here to pick you up on Saturday...

Some pictures of their week:
New Friends from California and Draper
Sunday Best
 
 Goofing off with their group guy counselor 
GOOD MEMORIES!

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Turning 21 - Happy Birthday Alli

Alli and I spent the morning shopping in Vegas and then we picked up Kayli and Bryn to go get Sushi for lunch.
Cute Sisters!
 
 After lunch, we went back to our hotel and had fun swimming in the shade. It's so hot!
 I just love this little sweetheart!
 Kisses from the birthday girl!!
 I admire how amazing of a mom Kayli is. She is so patient and caring. It's obvious who Bynlee's favorite is.
 Birthday dinner with everyone at the Cheesecake Factory, even Chris was able to break away from his studies for an hour.
Somehow this little princess seems to steal the show wherever she goes!
Happy Birthday to you, Alli! You bring so much joy into our lives!!