Dawson's 6th Birthday

Dawson turned 6 on August 20th. He had a quiet party this year with just our family. He also got a bike, building blocks, Tinker Toys, some art supplies and a few other things.

Don't you love the Christmas wrapping paper??

Coulter Bay and Yellowstone

Brett's family went to Yellowstone National Park in July. Unfortunately Dallin's had youth camp the same weekend so we were not able to go (I had to take him and 6 other youth down to Monticello, Ut)

Brett was quite brave to take all the kids(even Jay) by himself. We were thinning he would have plenty of help, but Jamen would not go to anyone except for my sister-in-law Char. It looks like it was so much fun! I am sad I missed out (not to mention 5days without my baby drove me absolutely nuts)

Here is a picture of the whole family(minus Dallin and I of coarse)

Dawson does not look like he was a huge fan of the cooking.

The fam. waiting for Old Faithful.

The Jr. Rangers. Easton and Dawson could not stop talking about it when they saw me.

Jamen and Char

Our bro-in-law Mike in the back with all the kiddos.

Kaden and Colton.

My little Jay

Brett's bro Sterling and his wife Char (on the right) Brett's sister Britt, her husband Jeff and their son Mc.

Brett's sister Phaidra and Niece Brookelynn

Shopping in Jackson Hole

Our nephew Zane. This little boy is 6 months younger then Jay and is the SAME SIZE! He is HUGE!

Ster, Britt and Brett

Easton's 7th Birthday

Easton turned 7 on June 2. He had his party at the Mountain View Town park. He had several friends and family come. He got a bike, Star Wars Legos, and lots of other toys.

T-ball (way back in May)

Easton and Dawson were both able to play T-Ball on the same team this year. Easton was really into the game as usual. When he was pitcher, he caught the ball in mid-air, and made several base outs. He was really upset that they didn't call outs in T-Ball. He is very excited to play "real" baseball next year. As for Dawson; he showed more interest than I thought. As you can see by the pictures, he does not show as much interest as Easton.

Easton in his Catcher's Gear

Dawson showing "interest in the game"

Dawson getting ready to bat(his favorite part)

Jay just hangin out.

A picture of Jamen at 7 months and cute pic of Dawson

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7 Months

Jamen turned 7 months on June 25th. He sat up, got a tooth and rolled over all within 2 days of each other. He is getting so big and he brings so much joy to our family. I will have to post pictures later. We are in Casper, Wy for the weekend and I forgot my camera!! When I'm home the internet doesn't ever work(in case anyone is wondering why I don't post anymore)

Happy Anniversary

Brett and I have been married 17 years! To celebrate we went to Temple Square. We walked around the Temple grounds(they are sooo beautiful this time of year)went to see the Joseph Smith movie, and topped the night off with dinner at The Roof(a restaurant that overlooks the Temple). I love the Temple grounds! The spirit I feel is so overwelming; so peaceful. I could just walk around for hours! Thank you Brett for an amazing night, and an amazing 17 years. We beat the odds, and I can honestly say I love you more now than ever! I am so grateful for you, for our family, and for the Gospel that has been instumental in holding us all together, and making our family a happier one.
I love you!