Our Summer in a nutshell!

Are we really having fun?

I know that I am going to sound very stereotypical about my upcoming comment, but I really did not realize how much fun my kids (let alone myself and Jon) would have at the old Classic Waterpark in Sandy. I grew up near this place and all I remember is a washed up, dirty water park and a roller rink that really seemed to echo Magna rather than Sandy, Utah. But I stand very corrected!!! This place was so much fun! The water park was perfect for young and old alike and wasn't too crowded at all! After the crazy fun time we had splashing around in the water, we headed inside for a cool off and to play in the bounce house area... WHOA! So many bounces to choose from and the kids bounced their energy right out (BOUNUS: great naps were had by all afterwards)...

My Water Babies

It is has been soooo hot these days, that each time I step outside the house, I feel like I just poured a glass of warm water down the back of my neck (ie. a little perspiration)... I really do love the summer though! It is especially fun to play with the kids outside. My perfect day would be sitting by a huge pool on a soft lounge chair (with my sunscreen on of course), drinking something yummy and cold and watching the kids play in the pool while reading a book or magazine... WELL, I guess I will have to settle for our 4 foot blow-up pool (which I struggled blowing up) and a hose for the kids to play with! Lots of fun!!!

Dirt, Smores and Bugs, OH MY!!

Our summer has been filled with all kinds of fun outdoor activities and among our favorites are camping and hiking... this past week we went camping with Jon's family! We had a nice time catching up with family and the kids played from sun-up to sun-down with their cousins... Aside from the dirt (Sam liked to eat it, Belle liked to roll around in it) we made some great memories and snapped a bunch of fun photos!

Card Time...

I love making cards! I just find that it helps me relax, express my creativity and have fun! This past week, I made some cards for my in-laws from beatiful pictures that my father-in-law takes on their various trips... I am not the most talented photographer, so I enjoy others photography! Here are a few samples of the photos.

Belle too, has found the love of creating... here are a few more pictures of our cards... I love my Isabelle!