July Vacation - Utah Adventure

We really look forward to our two weeks of adventure with our many family members each summer in Utah. Maddy especially loves the week she spends with her cousin Courtney, Grandma Dana and Grandpa Harold each summer. They create memories for a lifetime.

This year we celebrated the 40th Wedding Anniversary of Grandma Carie and Grandpa Bruce. Their entire life has been focused on teaching and loving their family. We love them very much, and are grateful for their example in our lives.


Bridal Veil Falls - a favorite.




Um...hello?

Hiking around Silver Lake at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Not as rugged as it sounds...you can drive to, and park at the lake. Our "Manly" Daddy...

We did see a lot of fish (trout). Ethan even held one that a fisherman had just caught. Maddy loved the smell on the ride home...and Ethan made sure she smelled it.



Goodbye breakfast with Grandma Carie and Grandpa Bruce as we prepare for the 14 hour adventure home. "Over the river and through the woods..."

Josh the Mighty Pirate - July 08

July 4 - Orinda Parade!

One of our traditions is to watch the Orinda parade. It's full of home grown floats, plenty of candy and trinkets tossed to the crowd, and the perfect length for Mom and Dad.