Lava Hot Springs

Our family went to Lava Hot Springs over the weekend. It was so much fun. We were able to ride down the river on tubes, go swimming at the pool, and ride four wheelers. The pool had 3 high dives like the Olympics that Madi, Harley and Craig were brave enough to jump off of. I tried to do just the regular diving board and chickened out. We took both dogs and they actually did pretty good. Kiki is still alive:) I will never forget the rain storm we had to walk through but luckily we made it back to camp before the hail came roaring down. Thanks Bob, Glenda, Tom and Heidi for a great time!

Craig, Madi and Harley eating ice cream.

Madi and Harley jumping off the high dive at the
swimming pool. They are a lot braver than I was.

Madi has no fear!

Rusty and Craig trying to get out of the river.

Craig was nice enough to carry my tube to the truck

for me.

Trials, trials and more trials!

It seems that we are all faced with trials in our lives but this past week has been a challenge. People very close to me have had some major trials and I am so hurt for them. I want them to know that I am thinking of them and praying for them all the time. I know that we are to learn and grow from our trials but I really hope they can make it. Seeing someone you love hurt so badly makes me want to cry. I am thankful at the same time for the many blessings I have today. Keep striving to do whats best and I know we can make it out together!

Pioneer Day

We had a BBQ with the Hasletons followed by some awesome fireworks. Craig and Tom are two pyro's who love to give a spectacular show. Many of the neighbors came over to enjoy them as well. The show was so large that the South Jordan Fire Dept showed up. Luckily they just told the boys to stop and didn't give them a ticket. The other funny thing was right before the fire truck showed up Tom was holding a cannon that was shooting off fireworks down the street when Craig said, "Tom there is a fire truck behind you." Tom was stuck holding this thing and not sure what to do, so placed it down on the ground hoping no more would fire while the fire department was standing behind him. I think these two are very lucky for getting off with a warning. Thank you to everyone who came over and if you didn't make it, please come next year!

Another dog, are we crazy!

We added a new dog to the crew. Her name is Payton and she is about 10 weeks old. Craig has wanted a boxer for many years and I finally gave in. She is such a great dog but her and Kiki (our Yorkie) do not get along. Payton tries to play with Kiki but Kiki thinks she is just too rough. We love having her around but adding a new puppy, we are crazy!

Party at my house!

This Thursday, July 17th I am having a bumble watch and layers clothing open house. These watches are the cutest things and you are able to swap out the bands to whatever you want. I also will have Layers Clothing that have awesome swimsuits this year. Please feel free to come. It will be from 6:30-8:30pm. Email or call me if you can't make it and we can do an online order. Any chance we can have to get together is great!

Fun times at the Dunes!

I had to share this photo of Craig and Olivia. Notice Olivia's hand gesture, she is having so much fun. She loves to ride with her dad and go really fast. This hill is called "devils dune" and they get going about 80 miles per hour. I still can't decide who is the real child in this picture.

Craig and I are planning another trip to Hawaii. It has been since February 07 and we really miss it. Maui is so much fun and being able to spend time together is great. We are so thankful we have family who is willing and able to take our children for us. One of these times we will take our children but I told them they have to be a little older.