Road Trip part 1

We went on a road trip!  I love road trips!  Even Mr. Hudson was good on this road trip.  We left on Saturday and headed up to Star Valley WY to my grandparents second home there.  I had been so excited all week I could hardly contain myself.  I grew up going there every summer and I'm glad this summer was no different.  I was also excited because my aunt and cousin from Pennsylvania were going to be there.  Seriously my friends, so excited!  I had not seen my cousin since my wedding, 4 1/2 years ago.  Anyway, after we loaded up our car (and it was loaded let me tell ya), we headed out.  We stopped at McDonald's for lunch and went up through Preston ID over to Montpieler (sp?) ID and then up through Wyoming to Star Valley.  Once we arrived it was the best welcome!  My aunt, mom, and grandparents were the only ones that had made it at that time and when we got out of the car we were surrounded and loved it!  Hudson got so much attention and he was eating it up!  For the rest of the night we chatted, ate, and spent quality time together.  On Sunday we got ready and waited for the rest of the family to get there.  They arrived around lunch time.  I loved getting to see my beautiful cousin after such a long time!  Last time I saw her she was still in high school and now she is a graduate from the University of Delaware.  Crazy!  Anyway, once again we chatted, ate, and spent more quality time together.  Monday came and I was so excited!  We all were.  We were going white water rafting down the Snake River!  Our raft was an 8 man raft plus our guide.  We had a blast going over rapids and pushing each other in.  What a fun time!  I can't wait to go again.  After that we headed back for lunch, some shopping in town, and a few games of Apples to Apples.  Some olympics were thrown in there too.  Kolby had to leave for a meeting in Park City Monday night so I waited and tagged along with my mom, brother, and sister back to Coalville on Tuesday.  More on that in my next post.  All in all, our time spent in beautiful Star Valley was so memorable and I can't wait to go back and create more memories for our little family!

Hudson and my cousin Brittany

Hudson and his grandma

Playing with his Aunt Candace

Going for a run

Hudson with my Aunt Georgia

Hudson with his grandpa

Small Town Rodeo

Happy Monday everyone!  This past weekend was eventful for our little family!  On Thursday Hudson and I started our day with a walk down the Logan River Park Trail.  Bee-utiful!  I loved every minute of it and cannot wait to get my 2 miles in there again!  Friday, after exercising and cleaning up, we did some sidewalk chalk drawing.  I tell ya, my son is quite the artist with that chalk.  He loved it! 

 Friday night we put on our cowboy boots (ok really just Hudson's cute baby ones) and headed to the Preston Idaho rodeo and festivities. I know, I missed the Olympic opening ceremonies.  Don't remind me.  I had them recorded and for some reason it did not work.  Sad day.  Anyway...  We started out at the parade (where Hudson was more interested in eating the candy than catching it), followed by dinner at Arctic Circle (where Hudson played more than ate), and then the rodeo.  I was nervous that Hudson would act up but he was so good.  He loved watching the horses come in and then after that he was toast.  Slept almost the whole time, waking up just in time for the bull riding!  What a trooper he was and we had so much fun just hanging out as a little family. 

 Now we are looking forward to this weekend when my aunt and cousins are coming from back east.  So darn excited to pack up and go to Star Valley WY for a nice family getaway!  Meanwhile, I'll be soaking up every last bit of Olympic events that I can.   Go USA!

Pioneer Day

Yesterday was Pioneer Day here in Utah.  Parades. Fun runs. Fireworks. No work.  Just a day to relax with our families and reflect on the pioneer heritage we are so proud of.  Um...my day went a little differently.  My husband had to work (darn it!).  Here is how my day went:

-wake up and get Hudson's oatmeal

-went out to breakfast (I did con my hubby into this before he went to work)

-back home to exercise (2 miles with a belly full of french toast is no bueno)

-bath time for me and Hudson

-build some stuff with legos

-lunchtime

-naptime (for Hudson)

-bathroom cleaning and tidying up (for me)

-a quick trip to Walgreens

-hubby finally home and off to wander around the mall

-dinner at The Borderline

-home to relax and enjoy the fireworks in North Logan and Willow Park (we could see both from our house)

So, even though our day wasn't full of celebrations and festivities, it was still a good day for us.  I am so thankful to my pioneer ancestors that made the trek across the plains so that I can practice my religion freely.  I'm glad there is a day set aside to honor them.

Cruisin at the Mall

Happy Pioneer Day!

Sidenote:  My baby is 17 months old today.  Crazy.

Our Month in Pictures

I have neglected my blog lately. Here are a few of the things we have enjoyed as of late :)

-Fun in the sun

-Summertime

-Bear Lake

-Strawberry picking

-Making fresh strawberry jam

-Baby cowboy boots

-July 4th in Oakley

-Snow cones

-Bubbles

-Splash Pad

-Baby golfing in our front yard

-Lava Hot Springs

-Mickey mouse clubhouse (every. single. morning)

Water colors with our friend Mickey

Baby cowboy boots

Sand baby @ Bear Lake

Driving the boat with daddy @ Bear Lake

Chillin @ Bear Lake

Mom and Hudson @ Bear Lake

Fishing with Aunt Shalese @ Bear Lake

Soaking up the sun @ Bear Lake

Eating at Chilis

Baby golfer

Riding in the wagon

Picking Strawberries

At the strawberry patch with Ian and Bria

Summer lovin

Splash pad



Pina Colada snow cone

guarding the groceries

Oakley 4th of July parade

With Uncle Cam at the parade

4th of July firetruck spray

Ready for the Oakley Rodea

Enjoying the parade

Making strawberry jam

Sorry for the picture overload :)  And on another note.....yay team Jef!  If you are a bachelorette fan you will know what I mean!  Also, happy sweet 16 to my cute sis-in-law Shalese!  Love you!  

Father's Day Memories

So this past week was just great.  On Tuesday I dropped Kolby off at the airport for a business trip and I headed to Coalville for a few days.  That night my mom, sister, brother, and I went to City Creek.  It was my first time and it was a pretty fun place.  We ate at Cheesecake Factory and just had a good time being together.  I also bought Hudson a swimming pool at Target.  I had been wanting to for awhile and was excited to get it home and try it out!

At City Creek

 On Wednesday we put up the new pool (I was the most excited out of anybody) and Hudson played in it for hours.  I just love that little boy! 

That night we went boating at Echo and bbq'd hamburgers (two must have summer activities).  Hudson loved boating and feeling the air on his face.  I have to admit it was relaxing for me too. 

We love Aunt Cara

Thursday came and Hudson and I joined Kolby's mom, brother, and sister at Park City Mountain Resort to have some fun on the alpine slide.  And it was so fun!  We also took Hudson on the carousel before I had to leave to pick up Kolby. 

 Since I had to grab the dog and swimming pool at my parent's house, we drove back and stopped at the outlets on our way.  We got a few great deals at Children's Place and Carters, took a break to eat a cookie at Mrs. Field's, and just enjoyed each other's company after spending time apart for a few days.  After picking up our belongings in Coalville, we headed home, but not before stopping at the Burger Bar in Roy for dinner.  We love that place and it always reminds me even more that it's summer when we are there.  Love it!  We finally made it back to Logan with full bellies and lots of laundry!  Friday was just a day of doing that laundry but Saturday brought back more summer fun.  I drug out the pool and Hudson, along with some neighbor kids, played in it for hours.  I'd say it was a pretty great buy if it will keep kids occupied for that long!  That night we went and hit a few balls at the driving range and then grilled some hot dogs for dinner.  More summer activities!  I love summer!

Sunday, father's day, was fabulous.  It helps that I have a fabulous father and a fabulous husband to honor on that day!  Hudson and I gave Kolby a golf bag and golf glove followed by a pancake breakfast.  A good start to the day!  After church, where Kolby was spoiled with a donut bar in priesthood, we came home to relax.  We called our dads, napped, and went for a ride.  All relaxing activities for a Sunday afternoon!  As I relaxed, I thought about all of the things I love about my father and my husband.  I thought I would share some of them:

My dad:

-the best dad in the world!

-the best grandpa to Hudson!

-always takes time for me

-taught me the gospel and was a good example of it in our home

-taught me to work

-loves to have fun and surprised us lots as I grew up 

-always made sure we never went without even if it meant sacrificing himself

-supported us in everything and still does

*this list could go on and on for days but these are a few things I love about my dad!

My husband:

-the best husband in the world!

-the best daddy to Hudson!

-compliments me even when I don't deserve it

-loves me for me

-uses a coaster without being asked (very important in my house)

-works hard

-is a good example in our home

-surprises me with flowers or just a thoughtful text when I need it most

-makes me laugh

*this list could also go on and on

I just had to insert these lists to remind myself how lucky I am to have my wonderful father and my fantastic husband in my life!  I am richly blessed!

We ended our father's day with steaks on the grill and watching "We Bought A Zoo", a great ending to a great day!