Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Cannon Ball

Emily shot this while she and the kids were visiting the Vallerys. This video personifies Richie almost perfectly. From excitedly rubbing his hands before he starts to fearlessly running right off the end of the board, this IS Richie.


Trip to Arizona

We spent a week in Arizona with the Vallerys. We miss them being in Texas!



One of the highlights was the American Idol Live Tour. Here are pictures of Brooke White, David Archuleta, and David Cook.



For the 4th of July we went to a Diamondbacks baseball game. We had a fun time and also enjoyed the fireworks after the game.

We loved being at the Vallery's home. The kids rode the four wheelers, swam in the pool, and played all day! (Lydia is to the right in the 2nd picture.)

Temple Square

We had a really nice day on Temple Square with the kids. It was fun for us to show the kids where we were married. We loved seeing the beautiful conference center and all of the sights. We were amazed at how interesed the kids were at all of the videos and plaques with facts that are everywhere.



Aspen Grove

We had a WONDERFUL trip to Aspen Grove. Everyone had such a great time. We hope that many of you will want to join us in the summer of 2010! (Sign-ups are in January 2009.)
(Click on pictures for larger views).




1. Jacob getting ready to rock climb.
2. Richie climbing the rock wall.
3. Lydia relaxing by the pool.













The carnival was GREAT! It was one of our favorite nights.
1. Lydia enjoying the carnival.
2. Richie found himself both "wanted" and in jail.
3. Rachel and cousin Elle riding the horses.












1. Richie & cousin Macie on the train.
2. Jacob branding leather.
3. Rich & Rachel on the train.










We got to look at these views every day while eating our meals. There are so many beautiful hikes to go on.
1. Emily at 1st Falls.
2. The view at 2nd falls. There were about 10 or 12 falls that we could see. It was gorgeous!
3. View of Aspen Grove from the falls.












1. Jacob & cousin Georgia at the pool.
2. Rachel & cousin Elle playing mini golf.
3. Lydia & cousin Anna after their hike. Notice the dirty legs.













1. Our cabin.
2. Jacob & Lydia at the family dance.
3. Richie doing the twist at the closing show.