Todd is one year older and wiser too . . .

Look at ALL that Smoke!! and that was just a few candles!!

The kids were rubbing Todd's head for good luck.

Happy Birthday to you!! We were able to visit Todd's parents the day before Todd's birthday on Sunday the 3rd. His mom was feeling better and they had alot of leftovers from the reunion so we were happy tp help out! We had yummy lasagna and fruit salad and pie. Thanks mom and dad! We had a great time. We actually had a couple of the boys' friends with us - Andrew and Josh. Their parents were a on a trip and we had them staying with us. It was fun to show them the deer that come into the yard at Grandma and Grandpa's house.

On Monday night Todd had band practice but we did all have dinner together, FHE, and have Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cake -a family traditional favorite. He got his few presents early - again more camping stuff. -That has been his thing for awhile. Tuesday Todd and I went out together for dinner and that was nice.

Also, a quick birthday shout out for several others in this past week - Andi, Shannon, Ralph, Quinton and KeriLyn!!

Brandon's going to Mesa!

More details later --anyhow, Brandon is now moving from the little pond to a big sea -Aug 11. We have to go to the school to finish registration and get his picture for his ID. Of course he had to get a huge scab on his chin at Scout camp -still there - yeah - nice ---

Brandon goes to Boy Scout Camp

While we were at SilverCreek - see below - Brandon had a fantastic time at Boy Scout Camp. He has pictures on a disposable camera that I still need to develop. I missed him SO MUCH!! We all did. We were so proud Brandon being a good boy and making good choices. Im so grateful that we can trust him in those types of situations. He earned 5 merit badges - swimming, canoeing, rifles, Soil and Water Conservation, and Wildlife. He also got the Polar Penguin badge - jumping in the lake every early morning. Todd was there for most of the week. All in all it was a big success. Besides being with his 5 friends from the ward - Tyler, Joey, Christian, Andrew and Noah, He was so excited to be able to see one of his best buddies -Calvin. He lives up north. They have been friends since they were babies.

SilverCreek Week

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

SilverCreek Week

Our Traditional picture by the SilverCreek bear


Every year Todd's parents have a timeshare week in late July at SilverCreek Inn. It is right near the Sol Vista ski area. They have been going there every year since Todd was little. They have graciously invited us to join then or go up when they cant. We LOVE it! It is just the break we need. This year they were not able to make it up andwe only stayed Sunday night through Wed morning. Todd had to be back for scout camp and I had to be back for Pack Meeting- BBQ. Apparently our car had decidid to have us come back early too for a new fuel sensor something or other. We found out about that as we were driving up but were able to enjoy the trip safely until we got back.

We were sad that Brandon wasnt with us. His Scout Camp started superearly on Monday morning. He was able to stay over with his friend Andrew to get off in the morning. Anyhow, we had a great time. We brought the dogs and they were so happy, eecspecially since we had left them home on some other recent trips. We swam, had great bubble baths, went in the hot tubs, fished - Trevor caught a 25 incher!!, rested , watched cable tv (a luxury for us since Todd's accident), played racquetball, played card games, had smores and dutchoven recipes, and went to Grand Lake.

It really is a simple trip but it is so much fun and such a great tradition for our family. Thanks again Mom and Dad and we did miss you Brandon Boy!!!

Founders Ward Campout

Founders Campout

On July 26th our ward had a great family campout. We went to some property of member in our stake. It was really fun --but REALLY WINDY - like crazy wind! We even tied our tent to the top of the van. It was so fun to visit with everyone and just hang out. there was alot for the kids to do and explore. In the evening there was a campfire fireside and Todd and the boys played Come Come Ye Saints on their trombones. They did a great job.

Sleeping was sketchy between the wind and Todd snoring and Trevor talking in his sleep and the coyotes howling (no joke) and a few babies crying in the AM (to be expected)

Todd and Brandon helped with the pancake breakfast. I helped my friend Andrea with some games for the kids - (SueAnn and co - we played ride ride ride that pony!) then we packed up to go. Fun times!