Women's Conference

A little over 2 weeks ago I was able to go to BYU Women's Conference with my mom, aunt and cousin.  Two full days of girl time, spiritual enlightenment, and no mommy duties-- count me in!  Every mom needs a little break now and again, right?!  A HUGE thank you to my mother-in-law who watched Owen for the 2 days while I was gone and Brad was working.   Owen didn't even notice I was gone because he was too busy having nonstop fun.

We were able to stay in my aunt's in-law's house in Alpine for the 2 days, so it truly felt like a little getaway!  We stayed up late, did facials & massages, ate way too much, and the most spirited activity-- worked on a baby name list for me!  We all had a blast and I think have found a yearly tradition.

 Facials on the first night... the fun was just beginning!

 Since Taryn had school, we brought Flat Taryn along with us for all the activities!  Aunt Sherilyn is so fun!

 Vanessa & me at the beginning of our first day.  By the time the concert ended 14 hours later... we were pretty sick of those chairs!

Having a little too much fun with the Babybel cheese... 

Aunt Sherilyn, my mom, Vanessa, and me. 

Thanks for the fun ladies!

Sprinklers!

A couple weeks ago we turned our sprinklers back on for the Summer. While we tested them we let Owen run wild.   He had a blast! After about 20 minutes he was shivering but didn't want to stop because it was just too much fun.

Baby Boy

We are happy to announce that BABY BOY #2 will be coming our way in September!  This morning was our 20 week ultrasound and everything looked great.  Owen will be so excited to have a little playmate (once he figures out what's going on!) and Brad is excited to have another fishing/volleyball/baseball/etc. buddy!  I am very grateful for another healthy (so far) pregnancy and that we get to add another member to our family... although I'm not looking forward to another summer pregnancy.  Looks like lots of visits to the splash pad, reservoir, and pool are in our future!

Girls Weekend

Last weekend Brad, his brothers, and dad went on a fishing trip to the Green River.  Since the boys were away, Susie (my MIL) and I decided to have a fun girls day up in Salt Lake.  We were able to enjoy the beautiful weather, gorgeous flowers, and of course a little shopping & eating over at the new City Creek.  We had a really fun time and Owen was a trooper.  Except for a minor mishap with some gogurt at Cheesecake Factory (ie: all over everyone & everything) he was content taking in all the excitement just like we were.

Flowers on Temple Square

He was so, so happy to be free from the stroller.  Unfortunately he ran right for the street... so back to the stroller it was.

Enjoying the new exhibit at the Church History Museum

We were out and about well past nap time, and Owen finally succommed to the tiredness walking back to the car.

Once back to Grandma's house, Owen was treated to another ice cream cone.  (Experience #1 here).  This time I was a little smarter and stripped his clothes first... good thing because it was a lot messier.  

Look at that happy face!  Well worth the mess.