The summer isn't complete without a fishing trip.

One of my favorite memories as a child was going up Twelve Mile Canyon to go fishing. I really hope to instill that love of the mountains to Carter. We went with "Pappa Bob and Mamma Janice" to Shingle Mill Carter caught his very first fish. He was so excited and had so much fun up in the mountains. It was a great day. Thanks Mom and Dad.

Cousin Time

Nathan, Carter, Jack, Collin, Lincoln

Carter's adorable cousins from the East Coast came to visit, so in order to celebrate we got together as often as we could. Enjoy the fun pictures.

After a fun day shopping in Park City. We all relaxed in Grandpa and Grandma Gledhill's backyard.

Our fun day at the Dinosaur Museum. Carter LOVES Dinosaurs so it was a really fun day for him.
Happy EARLY birthday to Jack and Nate. We surprised them with a birthday party with cake and presents. LaRell made a Fabulous dinner that I sincerely hope becomes a tradition.



Last but not least was a fun get together at Kangaroo Zoo. It was such a fun fun place and we are taking Carter back. He got lots of energy out and so did mom climbing up and down the slides.

Bown Family Fun

We had a really enjoyable getaway to "Uncle Gordon's" Cabin. We told stories by the campfire, enjoyed delicious food and fun card games. The kids loved playing in the dirt and volleyball court. It was a great get together and so good to catch up!

Goodbye and Welcome Home

Called to serve!

Cody just returned home from New York where he was an awesome missionary and did a wonderful job. We were able to enjoy some awesome stories. We are so glad to have you home. You are such a great guy Cody. We all know you are going to go on to incredible things in your life.




I can't believe my LITTLE (he actually is huge with size 16 feet) cousin Tyler is headed on a mission. He going to Serve in Santiago Chilie. Tyler is an amazing person. He will do a wonderful job. We will miss you so much. I think your little sisters are going to have a hard time with out you. We are so proud of you. I know you will Return with Honor.

Happy to you!!! (Carter's way of saying Happy Birthday)

Happy Birthday Carter!!! We love you so much. Some of the things that Carter LOVES right now are Tractors of any kind. His grandparents and cousins. Playing with his friends. Elmo and anything Elmo. Ice Cream every time we ask him what he wants to eat it's always Ice Cream. He love balloons, story books, and airplanes. You are a wonderful part of our family. We love your happy smile and sweet laugh. We look forward to all the wonderful memories we will get to make with you.

Carter LOVES his cake!

Lincoln's a ROCKSTAR


Grandpa Bob almost shared a Birthday with Carter. Happy Birthday to you to dad we love you.

Mountains, Campfires, Dirt and SMORE'S

You can't call it summer without at least one camping trip up the mountains and a good s'more. We went to the Jensen Family Reunion. Carter thought it was the coolest giant sandbox ever. He loved seeing his family and grandparents and great grandparents.

Carter tasting a freshly toasted marshmallow Abby and her marshmallows
Nanna and Carter. I think Carter still has marshmallow on his face.
Dusty John and Laurie after a four-wheeler trip.Grandpa and Niki headed up to the big tree.
Life's hard.

Bear Lake

Bear lake was such a fun little family get away. We stopped at Hill Air Force Base and checked out all the cool airplanes. Gabby and Carter looking into the airplan.Once we got to Bear Lake and had supper we had to get the Famous Raspberry shakes and Ice Cream Cones for the kido's. This is their version of a kid cone.
This is Super Mable (yeah the tube has a name) but we took Carter and Aiden for a slow ride behind the boat and Carter loved everything except getting off.

Carter and Ian are good little buddies. They both have some serious morning hair going on too.
Thanks mom and dad for such a fun and wonderful time. We really enjoy getting together and making fun memories. It was a wonderful getaway and we really loved it. Oh and thanks Holly for letting me steal a few pictures.