The FUN Stuff!

Here we are, Photo's of the fun things that have happened in the not so distant past:

The Ward Chili Party

Please note the craftsmanship of this poster: dried bean boarder, exquisite poster board and adorable conceptual 'barbed' cut out of the wording. Best ward poster ever. This is the same party that was decorated with Brooke's clogging outfits, and the same party in which I won the "Hottest Chili" award.

The FLY IN

If you squint really hard, in that trailer behind the white plane, my husband is flipping pancakes. Can't see him? Take my word for it. He is an excellent pancake maker.

Olivia enjoyed the fly in near the runway in the dirt. She had lots of fun putting dirt EVERYWHERE on her self. Which of the Peanuts Gang does she look like?? Yes, when she walked there were puffs of dirt flying everywhere.

Nathan enjoyed the fly in by petting dogs, looking at planes and then by being strolled by me or by Olivia. I would have to say he was pretty relaxed much of the time.

The High School Rodeo

Same day as the Fly-In. This is the time when our backyard looks like a horsey hotel. This pic is taken from the front porch. And we wonder why it is we have so many flies in the house now.

The POLO GAME



Out of sequence, we went to the polo game earlier in the month. This is in Sheridan when Nathan and I went to visit Brooke over labor day. Very busy time to be in Sheridan. And a very hot time in Sheridan, I nearly melted. There are rodeo's, picnic's and plenty of other events going on. But be aware that the Trolley has stopped running by then. You CAN still get ice cream at the park, at least until it runs out. Oh, and all of the stores are closed...just so you know.

The Pirate Costume

Most recently: Nathan has decided to be a pirate for Halloween. And a darn good one he makes! With passion he yells out the pirate ARRRHHGG! And will let you know in a most determined voice that the 'Scurvy Pirate' must WALK THE PLANK! I'm excited by the make-up options of this costume. And happy that he likes both the rag hat AND eye patch.

Things going on!

I haven't posted in a while, and things are going on so I thought I better list some items out, until I get some photos and stories to go with them.

*My sweet little boy napping in his Big Boy Bed with WALL-E sheets
*Shane's new calling in Primary - 11 and 12 year olds
*Hugs and kisses from Oilvia - Nathan LOVES his cousin being so close!
*Story Hour excitment - This will have to become a regular
*A little voice calling from the bathroom "Help Me Please! I'm stuck!" as he forgot to put his little seat on the toilet and had indeed fallen it. (Shane and I couldn't help but laugh and laugh.)
*Getting TWO new helpers with Activity Days!
*Shane making us pancakes at the Fly In - Olivia in the Dirt
*Seeing the horses, goats and kids for the High School Rodeo weekend
*Shane sealing the driveway
*Getting another tub of Nathan's too small clothes filled up
*Shane and Nathan killing flies and hoppers - with sticks and swatters and shoe stomping
*Winning the award for "Hottest Chili" at the ward party
*Decorating the party with Brooke's old clogging outfits
*Spending Labor day weekend in Sheridan with Brooke - IT WAS SO HOT!
*Nathan sharing his toys with his baby brother, who is still in my tummy.
*Holly being okay after her rollover...and her seeing the parents in Chicago (weird)
*Thinking Happy Thoughts
*The fact that Nathan can sing every word to "Over my Head" by The Fray
*Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup - again :o)

Sheridan Rodeo Days and Water Fun

The weekend after the 4th of July is when Sheridan, WY celebrates Rodeo Days. This is a serious holiday, businesses shut down to observe. This year Nathan, Shane and I went to see. Later in the week Dad and Lori also came to take part.

The Carnival was a draw to young Nathan who took turns riding on his first Carnival rides. Because Shane and I were a little unsure as to how he would do by himself, Aunt Brooke volunteered to take the first spin with him.

Aunt Brooke and Nathan in the Car

The Fam at the Parade



Nathan and Grandpa at the Pancake Breakfast



Nathan on Rodeo night two, flying Solo in the helicopter

Driving on Night Two with some passengers

Day at the park, before we headed home

Heated little Firetruck Driver


In Sheridan there is a water fountain for people to play in. Had I realized what a hit it would be we would have played in it several times during the trip. As it was we found it right before we would need to head home. Nathan LOVED the splashing. Every time the water stopped he would, in a very upset voice, say: Can we do it again?!! So we did. We played in the fountain three times. During the breaks we ate ice cream and ran in the grass. Nathan sustained the worse sunburn he's ever had at the splash fountain. He cannot go long at all without some sunscreen on his pale little body.

Splashing in a puddle awaiting the first splash session




Running amok in the water


A Very Happy little boy


Wes and Shane being taken by surprise by the random spray pattern

The Petty's were invited to stay at the Graham apartment. It was very nice to have a place all to ourselves. We had an excellent time at Sheridan Rodeo Days and recommend it to any who want some rodeo/festival time. Thank you to Brooke and Wes for setting us up!