Skimboarding at Herriman Pond

Thanks to Grandma and Grandpa for putting together such a fun family outing up American Fork canyon at Mutual Dell. It was a beautiful day and very fun to spend time with family, some of whom we haven't seen in a long time. I have such fond memories of ward outings at the Dell. The lodge has changed a lot but still is a gorgeous place to be. It was fun to reminisce. The kids enjoyed kickball and the zip line and just wished we had more time for volleyball. It made for a great start to the Father's Day weekend. Our family only has two Dad's to celebrate. We miss Grandpa Allen, Jory's dad who died in a car crash in 1994. Many times as I look at Jory in his "thinking stance" it looks just like Allen. They are very much alike. Jory carries on his legacy of being calm, hardworking, patient, loving, generous, spiritual and having a great love for the out of doors and family. My dad is also all of these characteristics. We love you so much and appreciate all you do for us. Righteous father's are a great blessing in our lives! Thanks

Okay, funny story. When Brad (not a small guy by any means, all muscle though of course) came down the zip line, Jacob was holding onto the bungee cord, which is the first part you hit at the end to stop you. They had someone hold onto it to buffer the person stopping a little bit. Well it wasn't Brad that needed buffering, Jacob was hurled through the air with his hands on the rope for a while and his legs being propelled through the air like some great kung fu move before he landed and rolled in the dirt. We were glad he missed the rocks close by. He was flung with such force that he really could have been hurt. Jacob did it all with great grace and we all had a good laugh.

Bridge Boarding is not a Sunday activity

Camping at Millsite with Jacob & Friends

We had a great time camping at Millsite campground with Jacob and his friends. They wanted a graduation trip and we were able to join them (although we were across the campground from them). They golfed, played games and played in the water. Fortunately the weather was fabulous, although that wonderful wind blew like crazy the first night and blew the tent completely over on top of us. When we finally got up in the morning we all wondered if we had slept at all. The second night was much better, still and gorgeous. As we left the girls found this cute lizard they gave to Camron. He loved it and had a hard time leaving "Lizzie". It was a relaxing, fun get away!

Memorial Day 2010

We were so grateful for a beautiful Memorial Day. We spent the morning at the Bluffdale cemetery. We always enjoy the program they do, courtesy of the American Legion. It certainly makes us stop and think of the many who give their lives for our country. We visit many family graves and feel grateful for another year without our own headstone being there. Bluffdale city cemetery will be the final resting place for Jory and I. Later on Jory went and bought a new kayak and then we headed down to Lehi to float on the river with Brynn and Chanda. The day went by quickly and it was time to head back home for a BBQ with family. It was nummy food and great company. A very fun, very busy memorable day.