Pool Time

We spent a day at Grandma Gibby's hanging out and playing in the pool. Gavin loves his Grandma Gibby. For the next few days he kept asking if we could go back to Grandma G's house. I don't blame him she is one lovable lady.


Ayden is a dare devil like his daddy. He kept dunking himself and trying to take off and swim on his own. When he was jumping into his dad he decided he'd just try it back words. Luckily Zeb has quick reactions. I tried to get a picture of him jumping in, but this is the best I could do. Good luck with that one Julee!
We also spent a lot of time and my friend Steph's pool who was awesome enough to let us stay in her condo while we were there. Thanks Steph!

Ready to play!

All tuckered out!

We Went To Cali Because. . .

Our niece Chantelle just graduated from UCSB and her mom was having a big graduation party. We are so proud of Chantelle and how hard she worked to get her degree. All of Steve family was there except for his sister Debbie and her family. It was so great see everyone and spend so much time together. We were sorry Debbie couldn't be there, but she was so sweet to stay home and take care of Grandma Atwood so that my mother in law could come and relax. Thank you Debbie!

Stephanie, Judy (mom), Janet, Jeni, Amber, Britney

Gavin coping his Grandpa A.

P.S. More pics to come. I lost my camera for a couple of days so I'm waiting for some pictures from my sister in law.

Beach Trips

We had lots of fun trips to the beach. Gavin loves the ocean and playing in the sand. I however pretty much stayed on my towel. I'm a little bit of a beach snob I guess. Once you've been to the clear blue beaches of Hawaii nothing else compares. Good thing he had his daddy and aunts and uncles to play with him.

Gavin & Daddy catching some waves

Steve, Zeb, Gavin & Ayden

Gavin playing with his Grandpa A. and his cousins in the sand

Gavin chasing Aunt Janet

Gavin and Uncle Alan

Gavin loved being buried in the sand. I was a little cold

so he said he would stay in there until he warmed up

Legoland

Gavin decided he wanted to go to Legoland instead of Disneyland. I was a little disappointed but it's all about the kid, right? We had a great time though. It was perfect weather and the park wasn't busy at all. Julee, Zeb and Ayden came with us and poor Ayden was too small for most of the rides, but he and Gavin had a lot of fun in the water park. We stayed till close and on the way out Gavin said, “This was a great day!” I thought it was too.

Drowsy Chaperone

I've been wanting to see this show forever. My girlfriends and I tried to go in New York, but they went on strike the day we went to buy the tickets. So I was so excited when I saw it was coming to Utah. I Loved it, loved it, loved it!!! Steve and I were suppose to go on a double date with my bro and Emily, but Steve couldn't go. So Sad :-( He was really disappointed and so was I. But I was so happy my girlfriend Chelsie happened to be in town and was able to come with me. Chelsie and I were roommates in college and have stayed very close. It was so great to be able see her again and the show was hilarious. I was also able to see her cute baby, but I'm so sad I didn't think to get any pictures with her. Oh well, I'll see them again in a couple of days when were in Cali. Yea!! Now I can't wait for Wicked next year!

Home For a Couple of Days

I just got home from Michigan late Friday night or early Saturday morning depending on how you look at it. It's great to be home and sleep in my own bed again. We missed Steve like crazy, but are sad we had to leave the Quinn's. Gavin loved having a playmate from morning to night and even though I was just there to work I loved spending so much time with my sister. It wasn't all work though, we took a couple nights off to go out for some yummy dinners and even stayed caught up on So You Think You Can Dance. (LOVE it!) We also took the kids out for a little fun! And the Ellis's set up a fun water slide for the kids a couple of days and they loved it. Uncle Shawn even took them golfing. Gavin had a blast! The kids were so good the whole time. They entertained each other all day long while we worked. We really wish they didn't have to live so far away, but are very blessed with how often we are able to visit each other. We miss and love you guys.

Gavin won't be lonely for long though, his cousins Christina, Jared, and Analisa are coming to stay with us till Thursday. Then we're off the California with my sis Julee and her family for Disneyland and some fun in the sun.

Spicy + Fattening = Delicious

Today I had to make up Fathers Day for Steve since I was gone last week and I made these yummy appetizers with dinner. They are called Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Thingies. My friend Kristen made them when I was in Michigan and they looked so good I had to try them for myself. I made them with turkey bacon because I'm allergic to pork, but they were still very yummy. You can get the recipe if you click here. Enjoy!

Coming Up For Air

I've been gone from the blogging world for a while because I've barely had a second to breathe. I'm in Michigan with my sister Lisa who just bought a house. I came to help them move, paint, decorate, help with kids and what ever else her majesty needs. She has been working me from the time I wake up in the morning until I hit my pillow at night. So I've decided to come up for air for this very important day to pay tribute to my two favorite daddy's.

My poor husband is all alone for Fathers Day and very lonely. I know, soooo sad, but don't worry he's thrown him self a pretty big pity party :-) I've promised him I'll make it up to him by giving him a special day when I get back and he definitely deserves it. Gavin is one lucky boy to have a dad that love and adores him so much. Gavin always knows he can drag out his bed time a little longer if he says, "Oh I forgot I wanted to cuddle my dad!" Steve is always a sucker for that one. It's so cute to watch Gavin with his daddy and see how much he looks up to him. He wants to do everything just like him. Even the little things like getting a toothpick in his mouth after we eat dinner at a restaurant. Steve is so patient and loving and is a great example to Gavin of the kind of daddy he should be. We love you Steve and can't wait to see you. Only 6 more days!!

I have the BEST dad a girl could ask for. He has always been such a rock to our entire family. He's kind, honest, loving, caring, and has a hilarious sense of humor. I use to say that I wanted to marry someone like my dad and I'm pretty sure I struck gold. Steve and my dad are so alike they even have the same irritating habits like repeating the same phrase over and over and over.... I think you get the point. The good thing is his good qualities far out way the irritating ones. Luckily the same is true for Steve. I'm so blessed to have such an amazing father. He has been a great example to me and I'm very proud of him and my mom for lives that they are changing on their mission. I love you dad! Thanks for being you!!

Conversation With Gavin

I've started a new sidebar with conversations Gavin and I have. He's always saying such funny and sweet things that I thought this would be the perfect way to document it. I won't update it daily, but at least once a week. Happy reading :-)

Canyons and Valleys

We went up American Fork Canyon this weekend for a little fishing and hiking. On our drive up after we explained to Gavin what a canyon was this was our conversation.

Gavin - "What else do you call it?"
Me - "Nothing it's just a canyon."
Gavin - "Sometimes it's called a valley when it's between two mountains."
Me - "You're right, I forgot."
Gavin - "That's what I'm here for mom, just in case you forget."