Time for an update

Wow, it's been a long time since we posted an update...whoops! Just to fill you in:

We went to Disneyland in August and had a blast! The kids were great and loved the Indiana Jones ride. They were a little hesitant getting on but after a few screams they wanted to go again. After that it was back to school for the kids, Andrew a 2nd grader and Dallin in Kindergarden. They have really enjoyed the year so far and have made some new friends. The boys got their H1N1 shots and didn't even cry. They remind me how tough they are by referring to the 'shots'. Halloween was fun as the cousins, Brinna and Jack, were visiting with my sister and parents. I took the boys up to our other cousins in Placerville over Thanksgiving weekend. We had a great time chopping wood, riding dirtbikes and hanging with the cousins. We are off to Tahoe for week for New Years. Take care and Merry Christmas!

Sierra backpacking

I took the boys backpacking this past weekend for 2 days. We hiked 2.5 miles to Relief Reservoir and had a great camping spot. We spent the day exploring, hiking and setting up bear defense mechanisms(stick piles). This was the first backpacking trip with both of them and it went quite well. Our diet consisted of starbursts, cookies, banana bread and oatmeal. Although, I did forget the bug spray and toilet paper so I had the opportunity to introduce the boys to the old 'leaf' trick. Needless to say, they didn't care for that method to much.

Derby days

Andrew had his first Pinewood derby with his scout troop. He had a lot of fun making the cars (he helped make several) and placed second. He has worked really hard all year and has completed quite a few acheivments. We went for hikes, visited firestations, toured a newspaper office, and did lots of crafts. The boys are really excited to go to scout camp in a few weeks.

Memorial Day

We made our annual trek up to Clear Lake for the holiday weekend. We had a blast swimming, kayaking and the boys favorite....jet skiing. The lake was warm and the weather was great! We have a busy summer planned so hopefully there will be lots of new adventures to talk about and post on our blog. Andrew finished up his 1st grade year and now is a big 2nd grader. He also worked hard all year and acheived his Tiger Cub badge.

Star Wars

There comes a special moment in every boys life when he learns the true nature of the force....and his skills with a lightsaber! The boys got there first lightsabers and have been honing their skills everyday. Dallin and I had fun making this video. Make sure to have your sound up. May the force be with you!

Happy Holidays!

We can't believe the Holidays are here. We had a nice Thanksgiving, we were able to spend some time in Lake Tahoe with the White family enjoying the beautiful scenery. The boys are excited as ever for Christmas to arrive. We've been telling them that the better they are, the more Lego peices Santa will be able to deliver. Finally, I have been released as Young Men's President. But, my freedom was short lived as I'm now in the Elder's Quorum Presidency.

Boys and their toys

After 13 years of dreaming I finally got a bike again! Dallin also got a quad so now we can all tear it up in the hills. We're back into the grind for fall as Andrew started 1st grade. He is enjoying it so far and is improving in reading and writing. He also had his first pack meeting with troop 128 and fit right in. We finished out the summer with lots of swimming, some camping and trampolining(we got one two months ago and the kids love it). We are excited for the rain to start as it's to dusty to ride right now. I'm sure mom is excited for the rain as well cause that means weekends with the house to herself! Until next time!