Harley/Canada Trip 2011

Dave and I got to see the most beautiful place in the world (so far) on our Harley trip. We went to Canada with 3 other couples and had an amazing time! We drove over 1600 miles. I was lucky to ride in a car about 30% of the time, but Dave on the other hand, has a sore bumkin:(

We drove to Kaispell, MT on Thursday. It started to rain and all the boys got wet. Thank goodness for a hot tub at the hotel! Woke up Friday morning and went to Canmore, CANADA. Talk about a wonderful drive! Saturday we woke up early and went on a helicopter ride. It was amazing! Then we drove through Banff to Lake Louise. I don't think I've been anywhere as beautiful as there. Sunday we went through Glacier National Park on our way back to Kalispell. It was funny to see kids in flip flops and shorts playing in the snow. It was about 80 degrees and we got to play in the snow! What perfect weather!

Thank you Jaci for watching our kiddos, we owe you! Thanks Dave for taking me with you on this trip! Thanks to Brad & Sara for putting the trip together! Thank you Brad & Kristen for taking the car. I don't know how I'd be able to pack 6 days in a small duffle bag!

Washington/ 4th of July 2011

We got to spend the 4th of July in Washington. My wonderful husband built a room in Kara's new house. He's such a good man who is willing to help anyone out. That's one of the many qualities I love about him!

The weekend was filled with lots of cousin time, laughing, eating, and of course fireworks! The kids, especially Larry loved lighting the fireworks. He was the biggest kid of us all. So many beautiful colors filled the sky. We 'oohed' and 'awed' all night. I'm so proud to be living in this country and I'm thankful for the soldiers who fight for our freedom.

Dave took off on Tuesday, so the kids and I stayed out a few days longer. That meant more cousin time! I barely saw Gavin, we was too busy playing with Beckett. Those two were funny little boys. We took the kids to JJ Jumps and let the kids run all their energy out. But I don't think they got it all out. They were still go, go, go!

I was more than excited to get home. I missed Dave so much! It's been forever since we've been apart. It made me realize just how much he means to me. He's an amazing husband and a wonderful dad. Thanks babe for always being there for me. I love you!

Bored Kids + No Van = Craft Day

The trusty mini van was in the shop today. The kids were getting bored stuck at home with nobody to play with or anywhere to go. So what is a mom to do? I looked in my little craft bag and found some paints, glitter, yarn, and googly eyes. A not so fun day turned into a fun craft day! They made pet rocks and did some bubble art. Thank you craft bag, you were a life saver today!