From bowling to couches

Last Friday, a family called us at the last minute to ask if we would like to go bowling with them. Of course there was an enthusiastic 'YES'! So, James, Krista, Anna, and Kayla went to bowl and Sara went to take pictures. They did tolerably well, but I don't think they would care to post their scores. : ) And, I've (Anna) have come to the conclusion that I ( and probably no one else) don't care to have my picture taken when I bowl as the pictures never look good. : )

Aren't they cute!! : )


All the different colored bowling balls......so many choices!


How did you fit under there Joey?


Tomatoes+peppers+green beans=canning!!!! ( and salsa)

Day at Gerlachs house

This last Sunday our family was invited over to the Gerlach home for some water volleyball and games. We were all soooo excited for the fun day in the pool and had a wonderful time with family and friends. Thank you so much Gerlach family!

James taught Krista how to play the game, Strategeo.

Jake, after a smooth serve and a point for his team.

Justin, having a great time in the cool water.

Joey was a little afraid to go under the water, but he found a way to have fun on the water bed.

Jordan loved to dive into the six foot deep part.

Chloe had a great time and was sooo tired when she got home.

Cool Jake :)Lol

Kayla was the only kid that did flips into the six foot deep part.

Fourth of July

We had a wonderful 4th of July this year even though we got rained out of most of the firework displays. We had family and friends over for a day of celebrating our Independence. Praise God for the freedom we enjoy!

A few of the fireworks that we set off.

We all played games with the family. What a wonderfully sweet time.

And of course James came to spend the day with Krista. (smiles)

Visiting around the dining room table.

The Park City parade that was held on Saturday morning.

The Navy carrying the flag at the front of the parade.

Water Adventures

This June and July has been quite busy. Jacob, Amyann, and Chloe have been settling in at our house. Jake has been taking the kids to the water-park in Park City to give we girls some quiet at home. This last time Sara and Anna went with them to take pictures and give their dogs an outing. Jake loves the doggies.

Joey loves playing in the water and posing for the camera.

Jordan, Kayla and Chloe playing in the water.

Kayla always got soaked completely.