Scout Camp

Camp Pioneer.  A beautiful campground.  Called the Jewel of the Cascades.

 Todd showing off his Archery skills.

 The boys that attended camp.

  Todd, Hunter and Mason after the polar bear swim.

 Hunter and Mason taking a moment for a picture.

 Todd excited about how well he did in the Frisbee game.

Todd went on a Scoutmaster hike and was able to see this beautiful view of mt. Jefferson.

Alaina's Dance

Alaina in her last dance recital with this group.  Once you go to kindergarten you can't be a part of this group anymore.  She loved going to her dance class.

Gideon's first haircut

Gideon's first haircut.  He was one of the easiest boys.  He thought it was so much fun.  He got a little wiggly at the end but otherwise was great.

Sorry to those that haven't been able to post comments.  I have no idea why.  I never did anything to change it.  I made some adjustments so hopefully it will no longer be the case.  If it is please let me know.

Rose Festival

Saturday we went to waterfront park to look at the ships that were docked. We had a great time.

As I downloaded pictures I realized how far behind I am. So I will try and post several times this week to get some of the other things that we have done documented.

Gavin's Baptism

I know that this is a little late but it was an important day and he was so cute and excited about it.

Growing up

Shaving is a big thing to boys. It's like a passage and we make it a big deal. Not an embarrasing one. I love it. I like watching my boys grow up. Each stage is so amazing but I find that I love watching their personalities blossom and how they learn to take on new challenges in life. It reminds me that I might be older but my experiences are still changing and I'm still learning. Hunter is a great kid!! We tease him sometimes about how he hasn't been the easiest child to raise but I would never have wanted him any other way. He is an incredible young man and can accomplish anything if he puts his mind to it. He loved shaving and all the pictures.

Rollar Skating

I am awful at blogging and always seem to do it in the opposite order. So I am going to sound a little repetitive but we went roller skating as a family and out to eat before. Gideon decided that the ketchup looked more appetizing then his food but it was out of reach so he improvised.

Todd going around with Alaina, in the beginning she wasn't at all thrilled.
Hunter was flying around the rink. He never got close enough for our camera to get a good shot.
Dallin and Hunter both ended up with huge blisters. According to Todd, Hunter and Dallin the bigger skates were horribly uncomfortable. It was a wonderful evening! This wonderful night on the town only cost us $80.