Penn and Logan

We have been really busy this past two weeks. But while I am waiting to get the pictures so I can update our blog, I came across this picture that I forgot to include in one of the blogs. It is such a cute picture that I thought I would just put it in on its own. The twins really love corn on the cob and it was so much fun watching them eat it with their Grandpa. All three really enjoyed it as you can tell.

Sailing

Well this past weekend we were off to another adventure. We decided to go to Bear Lake to go sailing. I have never done this before so I was a little nervous about the whole thing. We thought it would be fun to give Chris the opportunity as well. It was pretty fun, but 4-wheeler is still my favorite activity.




I had the opportunity to steer the sail boat as we went flying over the water. I would dare say I did a great job. Everyone looks very relaxed and all so trusting.




Well, I guess my steering of the boat didn't go as well as I would have hoped. Looks like I lost two passengers. Good thing they could swim. We sure had a lot of fun thanks to Uncle Mark and his friend Robert for taking us with them.

Girls Camp Week

I can't believe the boys are already two years old. This past weekend we went up to Mary Elizabeth's and Spencer's home to celebrate their birthdays. They really enjoyed their cakes this year. I remember last year, Logan would not touch his cake for the longest time and when he finally did it was to lick the frosting off his finger. Not this year, they really enjoyed them.

















On Friday, July 23, 2010, Daryl and I went to Park City to explore the Outlet Stores. We try to do this no more than once a year. Daryl was able to find a couple of pairs of pants that he liked and I got one pair, so it was a good afternoon.













The week of July 26 through July 30, Daryl and I had the opportunity to go to Girls Camp. The camp was held at the Heber Valley Girls Camp. It was beautiful and we had a lot of fun and a lot of neat experiences. There were 13 girls that attended from our ward and four leaders, with only one Priesthood from each ward. As you can see from the picture we slept in cabins with electricity, had hot and cold running water, refrigerators, cache cookers, flushing toilets and hot showers. It was an awesome week.




This picture is of all the girls from our ward. Our ward was assigned to provide sack lunches for the entire stake. This picture shows how the girls lined up to help move the line along smoothly. We were very efficient and feed 150 people very quickly.




At Girl's camp they had a challenge course, were the girls had the opportunity to try new things and learn how important it is to work together,and listen to the right influences. One thing that was available was a swing. The ECouple missionaries would strap you in and then you would get pulled up approximately 35 to 40 feet, where you would pull a release strap and swing back and forth. It was a lot of fun. Here is a picture of Daryl comforting me and helping me to walk after I did the swing. (it was a bit scary)

Four wheeling with Chris

This past weekend, for another one of our short vacation trips, we took Chris and went four wheeling up Logan Canyon. We found a perfect campsite up Temple Fork and set up camp. I got to cook out of the dutch oven and over the camp fire and really enjoyed it. Dad and Chris both said the food was delicious, so I was pleased with myself. The trip was a lot of fun, I haven't been camping for a couple of years and really wanted to make sure that we went this year.




Here is a picture of Dad and Chris on one of the many trips we went on. This trip was exploring the road that connects Logan Canyon with Blacksmith Fork Canyon. It was a long ride and I got sun burned, but it was fun anyway. Another trip we went on was to Old Eprihams grave. I forgot the camera on that trip, but it was amazing to see just how big that old grizzly bear was. I would have been scared to come upon him in the middle of the night.




Chris said he had a good time, but he sure looks worn out here. We really enjoyed the time we were able to spend with him and hope that he doesn't mind hanging around a couple of old people ocassionally.

Bar J Wranglers Weekend

This past weekend, as part of our summer vacation and taking short trips to places were we have always wanted to go, but haven't make it to them yet. We decided to go to Jackson Hole Wyoming to see the Bar J Wranglers perform. Here is a picture of Daryl at the look out point over Bear Lake. It has been a long time since we stopped at this point and it sure has changed. It was nice to see the lake from this distance.




I have always loved this sign so, of course, we could not go through Afton Wyoming without taking a picture. We didn't even have to stop for the picture, Daryl took it as we were driving down the road. What a great camera man. It turned out so good.



After traveling for what seemed like forever, we finally arrived in Jackson Hole at the Bar J ranch. We waited in line for another 2.5 hours before they started handing out tickets. We got excellent seats second row back right in the middle.




To end the weekend perfectly, we went to Monica and Sean's and spend Sunday with them, attending church and playing with the boys. Here is a picture of Grandpa and his two grandsons reading a book. Everyone is enjoying it. Thanks Monica and Sean for letting us spend the night and Sunday with you.

Audrey

Annoucing the birth of our 6th grand child. Audrey Elizabeth Davis. She was born on July 1, 2010 at 8:16 p.m. weighing in at 7 pounds 12 ounces and 19 inches long. she as adorable as possible. We are excited to welcome her into the family and love her very much.





While Mary Elizabeth and Spencer were in the hospital taking care of the new arrival, Daryl and I got the great opportunity to watch the boys. They are not quite two years old and boy did we have fun. Here is a couple of pictures of them that I thought was precious.






Here is a picture of Audrey and her Grandpa. She sure is loved!!




Here is a picture of me and Audrey, what a beautiful little girl.

The Wall

I thought you guys should see what I have been doing and how the wall is coming along.



As you can see except for the top row, the wall is complete across the yard. I will build a short fence on the top of the wall, so the grandkids won't fall over.



I put in some stairs and have started the wall going along the patio area. I am almost out of gravel and I have had to go back for more block twice.



I have been digging out next to the house and flattening out the pool yard. After I dug out the other side of the long wall, I couldn't use the wheelbarrow, so it has been two five gallon buckets at a time.



You wonder where all the dirt goes? Two places, behind the wall a section at a time and packed down after every two buckets, (a long hard process). Then down the street, where Monica took out the fence, he needs a lot of dirt to fill around his foundation. Water has been getting in and so we are filling it up so it drains away from the house.

I just wanted to thank you guys again for all of your hard work to start me off on the wall. As you can see I have not been waiting around for you guys to come back, but you should know anytime you guys want to come back and help, I would love it. I know it sounds like a plea, well I am finding out that I am not as young as I used to be. Digging out everythig by hand and hauling buckets, alone, is hard and I rest way too much.

Dad