Grace Turns 4

 This darling girl turned 4 early this month. She has brought me more joy then I ever imagined possible. The day she was born changed me forever, I became a mother. The best calling in the world. Grace is such a big helper, sets the table, pours her own milk, helps her little brother with almost everything he needs, cleans up her toys, re-arranges her room on a daily basis, loves popsicles, loves her favorite  blanket still (which i love), loves swings, trampolines, primary,playing on her ipad and learning lots in preschool.

                                                

Opening gifts...

  PINK, hello kitty cupcakes

 We had a swim/water party with a few friends and cousins. 

I love this little monkey. Happy Birthday baby girl.

Lake Day

Last weekend we decided we needed a fun outing since we are SICK of the heat! We headed up the road 20 mins to Lake Pleasant were we let the kids run around and swim. 

 This lake is fun, we puled our truck right up to the shore and played and had a picnic. 

 Of course Grace LOVED the water but our sweet cautious boy was happy throwing rocks and sitting on the side. 

We love Saturdays were we get to spend time with our dad. 

Sister Morphy

 Peter took his first airplane ride a week ago. We headed to my parents house to wish my little sister good luck as she was ready to leave on her mission.

 Not the best picture but Mimi sure loves her nieces and nephews.....

 We are so happy we were able to be home to support her..

 Going to miss this sweet face.

Sister Morphy reported to the MTC on August 28th at 12:10. We got our first letter yesturday and she is on FIRE!!! the People of Pittsburgh are soooo LUCKY to get this sweet sister soon.

Love you mere mere. You are such an amazing example to many.

Preschool

Our sweet almost 4 year old Grace Kealani started preschool today. She was sooo excited! She could hardly wait for the bus to get to our house!

Then there were 2! Pete and I sure did miss our sis while she was gone... 

We love our Gracie girl and we are soo happy she loves school! 

Cousin Camp

Nanny and Boppa had the first annual COUSIN CAMP at their ranch this summer. We missed Brea, Devri and Blaire, hopefully next year ALL the cousins will be there.  We had soo many fun adventures together! 

 Petting zoo and feeding the fish.......

 Swings and playgrounds.....

 Learning about fruits and vegetables and how they grow......

 LOTS of pool time.......

 Bubble Gum Ice cream cones......

 Horse back riding.......

 Cousin hugs......

 Boppas Obstacle course............

Cotton candy for ALL the winners....

 Craft time.............

 Baking time................

We had a "awards" assembly every day... The cousins were hilarious! They LOVED this part, they would all cheer and clap for eachother...

It was such a great visit and I can NOT wait for next summer! My mom and dad have the best house and yard for this little kids to run around and EXPLORE. I have WONDERFUL memories of my Granny Bakers house when I was younger. I still get emotional thinking about her house, the orchards and the amazing feeling I had when I was in their home. I am so blessed to have parents who are helping my kids make these memories as well. They will remember these moments FOREVER! Cousin Camp 2013 was a SUCCESS!!