It’s been a busy month and I am ashamed, horrified, and embarrassed that I’ve been non-existent slow to post and upload pictures that proves it. OK, so in all honesty I don’t really care that I’ve been such a slacker. The only reason I feel like I should post about the act ivies of June are to share the cool pics and experiences.
The whole fam damily hiked Mt.Timpanogos and I was pleasantly surprised at how well the kids did on the 1 1/2 mile trek up the mountain. I was equally thrilled that no one actually tumbled off of the shear cliffs to their death. I think I would have enjoyed the climb a little more if I hadn’t been freaked out the entire time that we’d loose a child on the way, but I’m pretty sure they all loved me urging them every 12 seconds to “hug the side of the wall! Stay on the inside! Don’t go near the edge.” Good times for all. I hadn’t been to the cave since I was a kid, but it was as cool (literally and figuratively) as I remembered. Pictures to come (probably… maybe).
We’ve also gotten together with friends for BBQ’s, had fun running through sprinklers, doing a little slipping and sliding, and some “swimming” in our little backyard pool.
Personally, I love what summer entails: Walking barefoot outside, enjoying the warm summer nights, roasting marshmallows in the fire pit with the kiddos, impromptu “swim” parties with the pool and slip-n-slide, amazing summer rainstorms, kids playing outside without having to worry about hats or coats. I LOVE summer! And unlike last year, I’m still not ready for the school year to begin. I’m having fun with the kids each day, and it’s so nice to move at our own pace… there is no urgency when it comes to eating breakfast or getting dressed.
Last weekend we ventured to Bells Canyon (the lower portion) with our friends Stephanie and Tyson. While the hike for them may have been the best kind of birth control, it was a nice hike with some great views. It was nice to BBQ and visit with them later that evening.
Other stuff has happened but I am choosing to keep in under wraps (really I’m just feeling lazy). All in all it’s been a great summer so far. And July promises to be equally adventurous: This weekend a quick and much needed vacation/get-away with Mr. N, Death Cab For Cutie concert (thank you for the awesome surprise G! 
), a girls get away with friends, free movie tickets, more BBQ’s, weekend fun in the water. Last but not least the Redd Family Reunion (my mom’s side of the family) over the 24th, where we’ve got plans to float the Colorado River, ride horses, play with cousins and have an oh so joyous time.
Thumbs up for summer!
Wow! You’ve been busy having fun this summer. You all are a great looking bunch, too.