Labor Day Camping

We just returned from 4 days of camping in the White Mountains. There were 18 of us that went and we sure had alot of fun. Here we are playing card games. We do lots of that when camping. I taught Kamrielle how to play UNO and she caught on really quickly. Everyone had to play with her atleast once. She even had the trash talking down. She's a Pro!

I don't know what it is about a campfire but it seems to mesmerize people.
There was just something about this tree that I liked.

We had quite a bit of rain while there but the kids found ways to play right out in it.

We just loved it that it was cold enough to wear a jacket.

We took alot of walks. I was able to get Carder to sleep on this one.

The boys played football out in the meadow one afternoon. Even Uncle Tim joined in on this game.

The Reidheads joined us for the weekend. Sorry Jim, I didn't get a picture of you. Not sure how that happened. Here is Tamra with their cute dog, Camdon was so happy about her being there.

Mother & daughters

Cute little Carder

If you look down to the bottom right you will see Kamrielle's pizza that she was cooking up.

This is my favorite picture of the weekend. Love it!!!

Trevon & Caden (cousins & buddies)

Opening the door to the treehouse.

Jaron lovin' the outdoors.

I thought Carder's face was so funny in this pic. What expression!

Richard & his Dad

Jaron & CarderRay & Jerry joined us for the camping trip. Sure was fun to have them there.

Jaron

Check out the knees of his pants. Can you tell they were having a blast?

Ray, it's just good to see you sit and take it easy. He is such a hard worker.

Sisters (check out the aspens)

Cute little Carder

We drove up to Greens Peak and hiked up the tower. Here is a view looking towards Carnero Lake and Springerville.

This is a view looking towards Vernon.

Jerry waiting for us down at the car.

I don't like to put pictures of just scenery in but I thought this was exceptionally beautiful!

Here is a close up of Springerville from Greens Peak.

This view is looking towards Sunrise.

It was another memorable weekend. Thanks everyone!

Happy Birthday Camdon

This sweet angel boy has been a blessing in our lives since the day he was born. He is such a joy!!! We love having him in our home. This sweet picture was taken of him around 8 mo. old.

This is Camdon on his 2nd birthday. He had such beautiful curls and those big eyes. So precious, right from the start.
I didn't realize how young he was when his love for cooking began. Here he is helping me make macaroni & cheese. He still loves to be in the kitchen & creating. He makes excellent omelets! Last Sunday he made a dip on his own. The Sunday before that he came up with his own recipe for apple cookies. I love that he is so creative!!! Keep cooking Camdon, your mother loves it!

This is his 3 year old picture and you can see how he is starting to make that transition from baby to boy.

He is not shy by any means. This picture was taken 2 years ago when he was in 2nd grade. It was pajama day at school and he always participates in all of the dress up days. He definately has school spirit!

Another school spirit day, crazy hair day! He wanted 3 colors and it was definately CrAzY!!!

I love his sense of adventure as well. He dives right into life with everything he's got. Here he is fishing with his bare hands and he caught one too!

I love to observe him when we camp. He loves to explore and see everything there is to see.

Camdon, you are a delight! We love you so much!

Have the best birthday ever!

Birthday Party!

Camdon is having a birthday this week. He will be 10 in just a few days. My baby boy is hitting the double digits. I am kindof sad about this.

On a happier note he had a party on Saturday. Here are 3 of his best buddies. These boys all live in the neighborhood and they hung out all summer long.

I took them to Amazing Jakes which is like an indoor amusement place. They have an awesome buffet and the kids ate & ate & played!

They did rock climbing.
Here they are waiting to go in & do laser tag.

Funny face Ammon!

I think the laser tag was their favorite.

Trevon came to help me but he joined right in on all of the fun.

They played lots of video games.

They rode the bumper cars.

It was a fun time!

Love this boy!

My Sister Melissa

I often think of my sister Melissa Delree but today is one of those days when she is on my mind a little more. Today is her birthday and she would be 31 years old. She passed away in 1996 from complications to Leukemia. She was a fun, baby loving, quick tempered, free spirited, beautiful young lady who left us to early. We have had some choice experiences over the years since her death. Reminders that she is still there and waiting for us all. Looking forward to that day Melissa. Sure do love and miss you!

Breakfast for dinner

I've been in a dinner slump the last few days. Just no motivation to make it. Well, I was feeling a little bad about this. Normally I do enjoy that part of my role as a Mother. I enjoy taking care of my family. Richard is also great in the kitchen and helps out with dinner from time to time. However, he has been gone alot working & serving. I realized as the day wore on that once again I had not laid out anything for dinner or even given it any thought. What could we have? Here was my solution & it was quite tasty I might add. Chocolate Belgain Waffles with Strawberries & Whip Cream. Who doesn't love breakfast for dinner once in awhile, right? My family will be happy to know that I do have a plan for tonight.