Summer Fun

The last few weeks we've been busy visiting enjoying one our favorite things about summertime in Utah: the outdoors! 2 weeks ago we had FHE with all of Brad's family at Copperton Park.  I had never been before, but Brad remembers going there when he was little. It is on the west side of the valley, near the copper mine and has big trees (shade=a very good thing for this pregnant lady right now) and huge tires/slides/etc. for the little ones to enjoy.

 Nothing says summer picnic like some good ol' fried chicken!

 Owen taking a ride on Uncle Spenny's board... he also loved 'walking' Roxy around the park too.  Of course, his idea of a 'walk' was to just let go of the leash and watch it drag on the ground in front of him as Roxy ran free.  It was still worth it just to hear that laugh of his every time it happened. 

When it was time to go, Owen was more than ready to help. 

Later that week the three of us drove to the other side of the valley, to Big Cottonwood Canyon and walked around Silver Lake.  There is about a 1 mile flat trail surrounding the lake, perfect distance and intensity for our family.  Owen started out in the backpack, but ended up walking about half of the way.  It was such a beautiful night!  Unfortunately with all of the wildfires around the state right now, the skies haven't been this clear since.  Hopefully we can get some cooler weather to help with the firefighting and to bring back our beautiful summer nights! {It's raining today!  YAY!}

 Costco pizza, our family's favorite! 



 Attempted family shot-- don't have too many of these.  I'll take it.

 Love these 2 boys.  Excited for 1 more to join the mix in 2 months

Owen sure loves his daddy.   I enjoyed walking behind and watching as they picked up/threw rocks and examined all the bugs/trees/ducks/fish/etc.  Yes, this little guy is ALL boy!