Mesa Falls Marathon/Yellowstone Trip

We usually do a little something before starts to end the summer and start a new school year. This year we went to Idaho with my two brothers and their family. We stayed with Julie's aunt and uncle who live in Rexburg. They were really nice to accommodate all of us. My brother, Sheldon, and his wife, Julie, signed up to run the Mesa Fall marathon (Sheldon) and half Marathon (Julie). They did awesome! I don't know that I could do that my self. After the marathon was over we all hopped into our vehicles and drove to Yellowstone. Surprisingly, Jared had never been. We had a lot of fun and we were really sad to only have one day their, but the time we had was pretty amazing. It did rain a good part of the day but I think it made the sites even more amazing. Our family waiting for Old Faithful to erupt. The kids thought it was really cool, but couldn't quite understand the concept of hot water squirting out of the ground.

Olivia, Kaleigh, Juile, sheldon, Sidney, and Hagen sitting by the old faithful lodge.

Jared and Sidney checking out some of the sites.

Cute little Sid thought it was fun to poke her little head out of the blanket and smile at the people.

Sidney and Kaleigh

While we were driving we came upon a bison eating on the side of the road. We also saw a huge elk, but couldn't get a good pix since he was back in the trees.

We headed home on Sunday but before we left we went to the Sand Dunes and had a lot of fun.

We had sand everywhere. The kids took a good bath when they got home.

Sidney and Jace playing in the sand.

Ready for this...

So here we are again... Part of me wondered if it was ever going to happen agian and it finally did. We are sooo excited but a little scared at the same time. Three kids is a good number but to throw another one in the mix might be a little suicidal. We are ten weeks and are due on March 17th. We are praying for a smooth pregnancy without any complications and also for the good "I feel good" days to over take the sick "stay in bed all day" days! I'm too old for this!! We are amazingly thankful!!!

Camping

This last weekend we went camping at Diamond Fork Canyon. Not too far from home, but far enough to experience the outdoors. We spend two nights camping and Grandma and Grandpa spent the last night with us.

Hagen, Sid, Kaleigh and Grandpa Smith

It was so hot that we spent some time by the water.Kaleigh and Mom
Dad and Sidney

Kaleigh, Hagen, Sidney and Grandma Smith Playing in the water.

The highlite of the evening was being able to roast marshmellows and make smores.

Sid was so dirty that she took a little bath in a container. After the bath she was either sitting in the container or walking around with it on her head.

My cute Kaleigh thought it was awesome to get in her pajamas and sit around the fire at night.

Olsen Family birthdays and 4th celebrations

This is the last post! NOT only did we go to the zoo and celebrate with the Smith family, we also did some celebrating with my family as well. On Sunday the 4th we celebrate all the June and July birthdays. We had a little picnic at a park in Alpine.Olivia and Kaleigh
Little Sid figured out that is a lot easier to sit the poppers on the ground and then step on them. Smart kid.
Hagen watched Sid step on hers one at a time and he decided to dump his whole bag out and jump uncontrollably on his poppers. Way too much energy!

The next day on the 5th of july, we celebrated by going to see the move, "How to Train Your Dragon" with my brother and his family, and Sammy and Amelyah(Kaleigh and Hagen's friends). Afterwards we had a BBQ and then lit fireworks when it was dark. I didn't really get the greatest pictures so this one will have to do.

Hagen, Olivia, Kaleigh, and Sid playing with sparklers.

Zoo and Fireworks

We love the zoo. We have been to the zoo many many times in the past two years and it is always very exciting for the kids. This last trip was especially fun because Sid is starting to really notice the animals and gets really excited when they move around. Several times she would yell, "Mommy Look" and pull me up to the glass and point.

We ended up going to the zoo on the 3rd. We thought it would be crowded since it was a holiday weekend. Suprisingly It wasn't crowded and it was 72' the entire time. It was a nice day.We had dinner, celebrated Smith Family birthdays, and watched fireworks at Fred and Michelle's in Riverdale. We had such a great day.Hagen Kaleigh and Melissa

Sidney and Dad

Karate Class

Cute little Hagen took a short community education Karate class for the month of June. He loved it. He learned some pretty cool kicks and how to focus a little better, which is a good thing.

Hagen and his instructorDad, Hagen, and Mom at the graduation Hagen receiving his white belt that he earned. If I finally figure it out I will post the video of Hagen breaking a board.

My baby is 2 today!!

My sweet little Sidney turned 2 today!! Can't believe that it has been two years. She got a grocery cart and a Zhu Zhu pet (so that she will leave Kaleigh's alone).
She is growing so fast! She is starting to use more words, loves to pretend play with her sister, and loves being outside. She is a tease and loves to get a reaction out of anyone. Happy birthday my sweet girl!