Bear Lake and Rodeo Weekend.....

Well, shortly after the 4th we headed back up to Preston for our annual Rodeo Weekend. Layne wasn't able to join us at Bear Lake because he had to work. He was going to drive up Friday to come for the Rodeo but the car broke down and he couldn't make it. So I was going it solo but I survived. I came home totally exhausted but it was worth the trip.

We started off by going to Bear Lake on Friday. It was a gorgeous day! The beach was packed but we found a little spot to set up camp for the day. Its a trip to get everything down to the beach but so worth it. Julia was so excited to come to Bear Lake again. She talked about it the whole way up to Preston. Just before we got to the lake she was saying over and over again....."This is going to be so fun, I love Bear Lake. It's going to be the best day ever!" My kids love the water and they had a blast. It was fun to have the cousins there to play with too. I decided to brave the sand and water and brought my camera. I'm glad I did! I think I was able to capture the fun we had!

                    The kayaks are always a big hit. Julia did pretty good at doing it all by herself.

                     

                                           Everybody loves to get a ride in Grandpa's boat.

                     

                              Our newest addition to the Cromwell Clan. Little Miss Chloe.

                                

Having a blast at Bear Lake

We stayed a long time at the lake and the drive home was quiet. Christian passed out before we even got onto the main road. Soon after Julia fell asleep. It was a peaceful drive back to grandma and grandpa's.

Saturday Andy, Whitney and the kids showed up. We had a great lunch before Andy and Whitney left. Julia was so happy to see and play with Hailey again. Got a group shot of all the grand kids, everyone is getting so big.

 

                                                 He loved grabbing all the Tootsie Rolls.

Later we headed to downtown for the big parade. Candy was tossed, picked up and also consumed. Christian had all he could handle after 20 mins and so he was off doing what he does best.....running off so mom has to chase after him. After the parade we headed back to grandma's to say goodbye and then home we went. We skipped the carnival this year. Without Layne there was no way I was doing that by myself. Besides they hit the carnival when it came to Eagle Mountain and got their fill of rides :) It was a fun weekend catching up, eating, and having fun. Thanks to gma and gpa Cromwell for always planning a great time when we come.

Pictures of the Week...........

 

                                     

                       STRIKE A POSE............

                                         

                   In your new summer pj's!

I hope they call me on a mission......

After waiting for what seemed like an eternity, they finally got the envelope in the mail. So today they had all the family either on the phone, computer or gathered around while they read us their call. Malta, Italy, in the Rome mission. HOW EXCITING! We are so happy for grandma and grandpa Cromwell. You will be such wonderful, fantastic and strong missionaries! We love you. Thank you for setting such a wonderful example for all of us.

Before we got the phone call, for fun, Layne had us guess a foreign and state side place we thought they would be called to and here was what we all picked. Who ever came closest in miles won a prize.

Layne:      Netherlands.........California
Julia:        Japan....................Michigan
Christian: Germany..............Georgia
Karrie:      New Zealand........Florida

Christian was clearly the winner!!

Our gut picks to where we thought they would really go......

Layne............Florida
Karrie............Italy
Julia..............New York
Christian.......Sweden (we had to interpret quite a bit what he was trying saying)

Medicine....

Christian opened my bedroom door and quickly ran out when he saw me......I knew that wasn't a good thing. I found him with Desitin all over his face. This is our conversation:

Me: "What are you doing?"
C:    " Medicine."
Me: " Where does that go?"
C:    " It goes on my bum. Medicine goes on my bum."
Me:  "Let's go show dad."
Dad: "Well done."
C:     "It's medicine....... I put medicine for my cheeks."

Uh, wrong cheeks pal!!

4th of July.....

We normally just stay home and catch a Bee's baseball game but this year we headed up to Preston for the 4th. It was great because everybody was in town and we were able to spend time with everybody. It doesn't happen often enough so it was fun to catch up and see everyone!

We got up and went to the Lewiston 4th of July parade. It started off breezy and cool but right before parade time it got hot. We got a great seat and the kids were ready. Shouting for candy to be thrown to them is always the best part. Christian just stands and waves, we clap, we shout, hoot and holler. 

 All the cute girly girls!

 Trying to stay cool

                                   

In the afternoon, the kids to a dip in the pool to cool off and Christian took a much needed nap!





 Later in the evening, the girls surprised us with a little 4th of July program. The 3 girls did a little song and dance number. Julia loved this and said her favorite part was when Ella and Hailey picked her up. Then the boys also joined in to help in a little parade and then we all said the Pledge of Allegiance and sang the Star Spangled Banner. A group then headed back to Lewiston for the fireworks. Julia was again excited to go and be with Ella and Hailey. She said she had so much fun. Layne and I were to tired to wrestle with Christian for the night so we stayed home. But it was a great day spent with family!