4th of July

 Waiting for the parade to start. We didn't even need our jackets this year. Took them just in case, but it was too hot!

E-Z man and me. He was so good and just wanted to watch all the people go by as he waved.

 PJ felt this was a better way hold her bad. Ethan must have been convinced because he had his mom help him do it too.

Good ole' Uncle Dave. Snakes are so cool when you are kids, and big kids too.  One snake grows better than when you like a whole package in case anyone was wondering. Thanks Dave for helping the kids not get burned with them fire sticks.

Black Canyon

 Nick came with us to Soda Springs a couple of weeks ago. He was such a good helper. The kids love him, and it was really nice for me because he just unpacked my car and I didn't even ask. Loved it. We've got to get our Nick time in because we may not see him for a couple of years when he heads out on a mission next spring.

 PJ and Nick walking across the bridge at Black Canyon. I like how he'll just let PJ hold his hand.

 This is outside of Grace, Idaho, and this river is so cool. It is solid bedrock that cascades down, and it looks so cool when you look into it. Supposedly it also a really good place to fish.

 The kiddos and me. Best kids ever! Well, most of the time.

I hope we can get a chance to take Rick when he gets back. It was a cool place to explore.

Lovin' the Mountains

 One night my parents, PJ and I decided to head up 8 Mile to have a little cookout. I think were are getting excited for camping over the 24th of July so we needed a little preview, and it was awesome.

 Someone must have been up there creating a work of art. I think she might need some panties on.

I don't know how she can stand this water. It is FREEZING, and yet she continues to run and play in it. She was so wet and cold that we took off her pants and let her run around in her underwear to warm up.
We had a good time eating, and definitely got excited for the big family camp out with all the cousins.