August 20-22, 2010: Fish Lake

We missed the fun mini-family reunion at Fish Lake in July so we made a special trip in August with Grama, Papa Mooney, and Aunt Katie. We camped in a tent and everything. It was so much fun. Although the fishing was just that . . . fishing and not catching, we still had a blast. Dodge and Addison both caught perch. I think that's just about perfect, the kids get to catch a fish, but I don't have to clean, cook, or eat it because they are too small. Addison had a blast playing in the dirt having free reign of the camp site. Dodge literally burned through an entire bag of marshmallows and even enjoyed fishing on the boat like a big kid.  I figured when Dad brought out his slingshot, it would do some damage. Surprisingly enough, there was no harm from the slingshot. Dodge did manage to whack himself in the head with a hammer (a little blood and a headache but then he was fine). He also managed to go for a little dip in the stream, fully clothed. Luckily it was a little stream and he hopped right out unharmed. It was a great trip and we are so glad that Uncle Randy and Aunt Susan took some time to go too. I'm gonna have to apologize about all the pictures. There are a lot, and I wanted to put them on here.

August 18th, 2010: Cute things, Yummy things, and Grandma too!

I saw a super cute tutorial on how to make adorable labels. I fell in love. I have been labeling everything since. Here are Addison's toy baskets. Labeled. Adorable. Organized. Loving it!

We had my mom down this last weekend for a visit. It was so fun to have her all to ourselves. I know, we are selfish like that. It has been FOREVER since we last got to spend a whole weekend with her. We had fun playing in the pool, going to the farmers market, and just plain lounging around. It was great. We even made some yummy German Oven Pancakes with her. The kids enjoyed having her to play with. Thanks for the visit mom! We love you!

August 11th, 2010: Swim like a fish . . .

Dodge jumping onto his blue ring, not quite sure why his tongue had to be out

Addison likes to swim in her play sink too, I don't think the floaties are really necessary though

We acquired a pool from my mom this last week. I call it the cowboy pool since it is an eight foot round galvanized steel horse trough. The kids love it! They have been in it every single day since we got it. It's been nice to keep them cool. Thanks mom! We can't wait for you to come play in the pool with us!

August 11th, 2010: First Day of School

First day of First Grade. That was the quickest summer ever! Dodge was very excited to go and he really had a great first day. He loves his teacher and was so happy to see his friends and play with them at recess. He was excited to get to go to recess 3 times! He looked so big with his own desk and everything. He even had a blue eraser on his pencil, his favorite color. I love that he loves school so much.

Dodge, I am so proud of you and love you so much! I hope you have a great school year.                                                                                                                Love,                                                                                                                              Mom

August 10th, 2010: Caterpillar?

Tobacco Hornworm

Dodge and his new pets

So we found some 'caterpillars' eating away at my poor tomato plants. Five of them! Dodge had to catch them and put them in a jar with some leaves to eat. We decided to look them up and see what kind of butterflies they will be. Well, they aren't even caterpillars. They are Tobacco Hornworms and they don't even turn into butterflies. They become Five Spotted Hawkmoths after burrowing in the ground. They don't even make a cocoon! Talk about spoiling all the fun. They pretty much just destroy tomato and pepper plants and then become big nasty moths to lay more eggs on your poor plants to start the whole process all over again. Good news is, planting marigolds will keep them away. Reminds me of 'Grant'-pa Gray. He always planted marigolds in the yard. Guess we better get Dodge a gold fish since they are no threat to the garden.

August 3rd, 2010: Splash Park

One thing I really love about St. George is all the splash parks they have around town. The kids love them. And best of all, it's free! We have been trying them all out this summer to see which one is our favorite.

More Pictures From the Trip

We picked some currants to make into jelly. They are really quite tart but Addison loved them. She ate a whole bunch right off the bush. The weird things she likes to eat never ceases to amaze me.

Me, Dodge, and Ryan playing a little badminton. I seriously wish we had room in our backyard for a net. Badminton is so much fun. Good thing we have a park so close.

Dodge hiking to Timpanogos cave. He had boundless energy. Every time we stopped to rest, he just hiked around the area we were resting. I wish I still had energy like that.

Me, Addison, and Dodge at a gate towards the start of the hike to Timp cave.

We look a little tired, but we made it!

August 2nd, 2010: Summer League Softball Comes to a Close

Johnson Appraisal took Third Place! Good job guys!