We hit the Beach today in Carlsbad. Of course it is June, which means June gloom in the San Diego area. But, despite being overcast, it was a beautiful day. We had such a blast combing the beach for treasures, and building sand sculptures! We also discovered that Uncle Matt’s alter ego is the Swamp …
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Dinosaur Rides
We stopped at Grandpa Craig’s on our way to Carlsbad. While we were there we visited our good old friend Rex, Tyrannosaurus Rex! Here’s a picture and a video from our play time at Grandpa’s park…
Memorial Day
I thought of Grandpa Lee today as I passed by a cemetery full of flowers. That led me to think of his military service, and of those in our family who have served in the armed forces here and abroad. As far as I am aware, we have not had any family members not come …
Moab for Erik’s Birthday
Erik turned 8 today! He is an incredible boy, I am so lucky to be a part of his life! Erik’s birthday wish was to go to Moab. How could I deny that request?! We hit the road Friday morning, and visited the Sego Canyon rock art panels, and Sego ghost town on the way. …
Little Sahara
The boys and I played hooky and spent an awesome day exploring Little Sahara sand dunes with Uncle Dan! What fun! Everything i was ever taught, or ever believed about driving off-road was thrown out the window! Instead of taking it slow and keeping the vehicle horizontal, I was encouraged to gas it and race …
It’s a Little Square
Yes…our snowman is square!
Me & E On The Ski Lift
Erik and I hit the slopes on Saturday up at Alta. We love that ski free after 3!!! Erik is skiing like a champ this year. We had a blast! We love to be in the mountains…
Rattle Snake Canyon
The Boys and I joined Uncle Dan and the Wasatch Cruisers 4×4 club on a trail ride up Rattle Snake Canyon on Saturday morning. Rattle Snake Canyon is out near the Five Mile Pass Recreation area, the approximate GPS coordinates of the area we were exploring are: 40° 16′ 40.01″ N 112° 11′ 37.45″ W. …
Santa’s Helicopter
Grandpa Craig and Grandma Robyn invited us to have brunch with them last Sunday. We had a great time. It got really exciting for the boys when Santa flew in on his shiny white helicopter! You should have seen the beard on this guy, he must have been the real Santa! The un-marked aircraft was …
Our Favorite Irish Dish
Does this actually count as a meal???