Beach House with Oma and Grandpa

Oma and Grandpa flew to California from Utah the week before Alex's Baptism.  So we rented a beach house in Bodega Bay for a few day's to get away and relax.  It was wonderful.  Everyone had a fun time.  We went to the beach everyday and on long walks along the ocean. We drove up to the Armstrong Redwoods State Park one day and went for a picnic and walk in the forest of Redwoods.  We also enjoyed watching the World Cup together and playing card games at night.  Oh, and we can't forget eating fish and chips, and clam chowder at a little shack on the coast.  What a fun trip!!!  We love you Oma and Grandpa thanks for coming to California!

Alex's 8 Year Old Portrait

Alex turns 8

 We celebrated Alex's 8th Birthday this week.  Mom made him a Lego brick cake.  We opened presents and then watched the Lego movie afterward.  It was a fun night.   We sure love our boy.  He is such a good kid.  He has a kind heart and is a good friend to his sisters.  We love him lots!

Utah Trip with Mom

Mom decided to be adventurous and drive with the kids to Utah for a family reunion the day after school got out.  She was a little nervous because she has never done it alone before.  We checked out the Fabelhaven book on tape before we left and then listened to it on our way to Utah and back.  The drive wasn't bad at all.  The kids are at a good age where they can entertain themselves for long periods of time.

We had a nice time in Utah visiting family, spending time relaxing at Oma and Grandpa's cabin, and playing with cousins.  Here are lots of pictures from our trip.

Madelyn and Floyd Bodell Family Reunion

Blackhawk Cabin

Fun with Sanderson Cousins at Wheeler Farm and Copperton Park