Family Fishing at Taryall June 20th, 2014

Every now and then Joe takes a personal day off from work. Its really been nice with this new job with the paid time off and all. We’ve really enjoyed having family time with this guy. This particular PTO day, we hightailed it to Taryall Lake! Joe loves to fish, even with his boys which is amazing, so we relaxed and had a really nice day. It had been a while since the boys had gone fishing and I’m pretty certain this was Gwen’s first time. I even packed her extra clothes which was smart because she fell in the lake not even fifteen minutes after we arrived and set up. Luckily, I put her first set of clothes out to dry on a  big rock because just before we left, she fell in again and her first set of clothes were already dry! She was so funny.

Yep, Mom is obsessed with selfies of herself and the kids!

That smile!

Travis was excited about the tackle box.

Gwen loved the chairs!

Love this guy!

They looked like two little old men fishing together.

Gwen loved that chairs so much that she kept stealing them from the boys.

Yeah, the boys didn’t find it that funny.

Here ya go Mom!

The dragonflies were “in bloom” the whole time we were there. They looked like these little fish in the water and then they would pop out of the water, peel out of their fish skin and spread their wings and take off. It was really neat to watch.

Gwen loved playing with the ice in the cooler.

My view

The boys caught quite a few fish!

Enoch thinks it’s the coolest thing to touch the fish.

Talking about life.

I absolutely love Colorado.

Lindsey’s Farewell June 20 2014

We had a farewell dinner for Lindsey before she and her sweet family moved to Florida. It was such a fun night, laughing, and chatting with all these wonderful women. Lindsey is such a wonderful friend and obviously touches so many people’s lives in such a positive way. We will miss her tremendously and I can’t believe she’s leaving!

She’s been such a wonderful friend. Her husband served in the Bishopric with Joe so its always nice to have someone you’re close to who understands. Lindsey is always so positive, kind, and truly one of the most Christ like women I have had the blessing to meet. She’s an amazing Mama, always doing the coolest things with and for her kids! Always documenting life but still being in the moment at the same time. Lindsey just seemed to have it all balanced and running so smoothly! Don’t worry Lindsey, I know in reality you’re probably juggling a million different things and wondering how you’re going to get through today alive, much less the next day just like the rest of us Moms, you’re just so graceful with how you handle it all though. You’re awesome!

I’m so glad we all could come together and celebrate this awesome woman in our lives! What a fun night at Red Robin. I’m pretty blessed to know all of these amazing women.

Thanks Lindsey, for being my friend and being pretty amazing too. You’re sorely missed. Enjoy Florida! I need to get my tush out there soon!!

Enoch Turns 8 June 17th, 2014

Enoch turned 8 this year. I mean WOW. Getting baptized, only four years until he receives the Priesthood, 3rd grade, bigger, smarter, taller, stronger, more amazing than ever!!! Enoch still amazes me every single day. To know where he started at, in the beginning – 4 lbs, 7 ounces, 17 1/2 inches long. Surgery at two days old, more surgery at 3 months, 6 months, and then at five years! He’s been through SO much yet he always comes out on the other side stronger and braver than ever. And to see him as a healthy, strong, smart 8 year old, it truly amazes me. And he’s touched so many people’s lives with his sweet spirit. This boy will grow into an amazing man and he will do great things one day. I can just feel it in ever fiber of my being. I love this kid to the moon and back, to infinity and beyond. I love that he is my oldest, he is my learning curve, he’s taught me SO much in this life and he’s so patient with me as a mother. I love him.

Enoch, you are one of the greatest blessings we’ve ever received in this life. To know that our Heavenly Father has trusted us with your sweet spirit just… It just amazes me beyond measure. I can’t wait to see what you do in this life and the life beyond. And I’m so happy and proud to know that I get to spend this life and eternities with you kiddo. You’re simply the best.

Happy 8th Birthday Enoch! We adore you son!

We had a family birthday celebration at home. When you have as much family living as close as we do, there’s no need for fancy festivities because the huge family makes it amazing. We let the kids invite one or two friends and their families to join us as well. The Nardones and the Taylors were invited by Enoch this year. He had a lot of fun and was so gracious.

On to the cake!!! I love Costco cake, don’t you? Yeah, the kids love them too!

Legos make this kid happy! And Mom is now happy about them too because he’s finally started building them on his own! HA!

Happy 8th kiddo, we love you!

Father’s Day 2014

For Father’s Day this year I went with simple but memorable. I took photos of the kids, placed a scripture on a few of the photos, then printed and framed them for Joe so he could have one at work, one at church, and one at home. He really loved them! He’s a pretty amazing father to our children and we feel so blessed to have him in our lives. He provides for us physically and spiritually and loves us all with a passion. Thanks Joe, for being an amazing Father. We love you so much!

Outlaws Game June 14th, 2014

We went on a group date to an Outlaws game with these two awesome couples! We had a lot of fun and lots of laughs. Couldn’t have asked for better friends! Plus the Outlaws were amazing, as usual!! Love the Outlaws! Afterwards we went to Village Inn for some pie and fun conversation. Never knew coconut oil could be such an entertaining topic! Thanks to the Nardones and The Ross’s for a memorable evening!

The Chicken Coop June 13th, 2014

Once the City Ordinance passed in Aurora that allowed you to have four backyard chickens, we bought a chicken coop. Joe was SO excited about it! I will admit, I was a little apprehensive about having chickens at first… The boys enjoyed helping Joe build the coop almost as much as Papa Nui enjoyed it! It went up in a jiffy and looked super cute. I actually don’t have a photo of the finished product yet but I will soon!

Gwen loves when Papa visits!

Travis and Gwen hard at work.

Sprinkler Fun June 13th, 2014

On a warm, sunny day, (Not warm enough for Travis mind you), Enoch wanted to play in the sprinkler. So we set one up and he went to town. I just love how this kid loves life. He enjoys the little things, and the happy moments. He loves to laugh and he loves making other people laugh. He’s such a warm, sweet, kind kiddo. Don’t ever change Enoch. Don’t ever change.

Enoch’s Art Project June 5th, 2014

This was an art project that Enoch made at school one week. I love it when they bring stuff like this home but they take up a little too much space for me and this mask was a little messy. They used oil crayon’s (?) or something like that and it was rub off on everything so we had to document it and say goodbye. I was really impressed though, Enoch has got some artsy skills! Loved this.

Children’s Museum June 3rd, 2014

Second year in a row, we’ve visited the Children’s museum on a free night to play and ride the trolley. Then we head up to Little Man ice cream for a cool treat. Except this year, we went at the beginning of the summer instead of at the end. We love hanging out with Stacy and her kids, they all just get along so well. This was the first time I had actually gone inside the Children’s museum, it was pretty neat! We had a great night and as always, enjoyed out time with the Zamarrons! Love you guys!