Herriman Days

Last weekend was Herriman Days.  Friday night we headed over to the park to explore the Touch-A-Truck event and car show. 

Although Owen enjoyed looking at all the trucks, tractors, and cars... by far his favorite part of the night was sharing some cotton candy with Brad. 

The next morning we went to the parade, and despite a few runaway attempts by Owen... once he figured out the concept of the parade he stayed *relatively* closeby.  Okay, so Brad spent most of the parade walking with him up and down the sidewalk to keep him busy... but we still had fun!  Owen especially had fun dancing with Kaden to the music from one of the floats.

Nice moves boys!

Memorable Memorial

For Memorial Weekend this year Brad really wanted to go camping... I wasn't totally sold until we found a great deal on a cute cabin in Heber City.  A/C, heater, running water, kitchen, separate room for Owen... I was sold.  We headed up Friday afternoon and stayed until Sunday morning.  The weather was a little stormy Saturday, but it hit right during naptime so we were dry and all was well.  Friday night Brad did a little fishing and then we drove up to Cascade Springs (off of the Alpine Loop).  It was gorgeous!  We were close to dusk, so we couldn't stay long, another visit is in the future.

 Owen & I hanging out while Brad fished.

 The beginning of Cascade Springs

 Beautiful!

An attempted self-picture after I headed back to the car.

Saturday we did a little outlet shopping in Park City, and then hit up Main Street after naps. After some yummy pizza we headed back for a night of smores and movies. It was the perfect quick getaway with just our family.

 Park City Main Street

 Owen was being a little 'less-than-pleasant' until the food came.  This boy loves his pizza!   

We spent Monday with Brad's family up at a family friend's property in Spanish Fork. The men enjoyed the fishing, I enjoyed hanging by the water and eating way too many snacks, and Owen enjoyed was obsessed with throwing rocks in the water... I think he did it for 3+ hours. I don't know how, but they convinced me to do some fishing too, and I caught my first fish. Woohoo!? :/

I think they were already fishing less than 5 minutes after arriving...

What Owen did the-entire-time!

Success!

Owen was a little unsure about the fish... but he eventually touched it.  Followed immediately by a full-body shiver.  I completely understood!

Getting ready to catch my fish... I think Brad was a little more excited than I was

(22 week belly)

Success!  Now where is the hand sanitizer??!!

Overall a great weekend spent with my favorite people!  Very grateful for those that serve (and have served) our country to make memories like these possible!

Zoo Day

Last week my friend Marla invited Owen and me to the zoo with her, Kaden, and Wesley.  Owen loves to spend time with Kaden, so he was pretty excited to go.  We had a fun time seeing all the animals, riding the carousel & train, and maybe Owen's favorite part of the day-- NOT sitting in the stroller!  He and Kaden held hands for most of the morning.  Although we had a few melt downs and a few attempted runaways, I'd say it was a successful trip. 

 Excited to see the elephants

 Owen & his best bud Kaden

 Owen did a lot of pointing that day...trying to take it all in.  I'm not sure where we were at this point-maybe giraffes?

 Looking thrilled to ride the carousel, but I promise-- he loved it!

Thanks for the invite Marla!  We'd love to do it again.  Maybe next time with a leash in tow (don't judge me!)... this momma doesn't move very fast these days! 

St. George with the Hardcastles

A few weeks ago we ventured down to St. George with Brad's family.  We had a blast swimming in the pool, relaxing at the house, playing games, golfing, shopping, watching movies, painting nails, eating frozen custard, fishing/swimming at the reservoir, and perhaps the highlight of the trip-- seeing Brian Regan at Tuachan.  We packed a lot of fun into 3 days and no one was ready to head home come Sunday afternoon but real life called. 

Enjoying the sprinklers and the pool

 All the guys went golfing one morning.  The lades (+Owen) went outlet shopping and to Krumpets... if you've ever been to St. George and not stopped at Krumpets, you're missing out!

Tuacahn for Brian Regan.  So. Funny. 

(20 week belly)

 Ron doing some window shopping while we waited for the theatre to open...

Getting ready to laugh our heads off. 

(You may notice I am not in the picture... that's because I was talking/catching up with my Uncle & 4 cousins who were randomly 2 rows behind us.  They came from Vegas to watch the show... I hadn't seen them since my wedding.  Brian Regan: bringing families together!)

 "Hiking" to "beautiful" Leeds Creek... if you were there you know what I mean...

 Owen enjoying some lunch at the reservoir.  This boy ate well that weekend.  And by well I mean, not well at all... chips, hot dogs, candy.  It was a good weekend for Owen!

 Owen loved playing with his sand toys, until he saw all the rocks.  The rest of the time was spent throwing rocks into the water. 

 Ron trying to do some fishing... not too successful but really fun to watch!

All bundled up and ready for a nap!  I think we all were by that point.

Thanks for the fun trip everyone!

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.