Wee Ladies

My dad turned us on to this documentary. Ewan McGregor and his friend Charlie Boorman ride motorcycles around the world! They started in London and ended in New York. It was a really good watch. They rode 20,000 miles it took 3 months. Ewan really missed his 2 daughters and when he would speak about them he would refer to his "wee ladies". Greg soon took on the saying. So that is what inspired our blog name. They rode through Mongolia and visited an orphanage that resulted in Ewan adopting a four year old girl. Now he has 3 wee ladies too.

Easter in Lake Powell!

This was truly one of the highlights of our trip. My mom gave my dad a telescope, and this was the first time Greg and I were able to use it. It was breath taking! Greg held the camera up to the view finder and took these pictures. To look through a telescope is an interesting experience (almost spiritual), makes you remember how much is out there and its just plain beautiful.


This is SATURN and it's RINGS! Looking through the telescope the rings were much more clear. We also found a star that sparkled like nothing I have ever seen. We were truly fascinated!

The Easter Bunny found us at Lake Powell!!

We were exhausted from an early Easter hunt and yes.. my mouth is open.

Since my parents got their condo, my dad has become OBSESSED with bass fishing! He could NOT wait to get there and get out on the lake. We pulled in Thurs. night and were taking our first bags in the house to see my dad had gone straight to the garage and had like 3 poles in his hands to get them ready for the morning! He stays out there all day by himself and is in heaven! He is getting really good at it!


Griffin's catch.

Griffin and Greg during their rock skipping competition. Greg won by a mile!
(Griffin is really out of shape.) You might want to hit the gym bud.

uhhhh...

o.k fine

Sloaney Baloney

Indi and her shell collection.

Lake Powell makes you thirsty!

There is a place on the side of the road where you can buy Indian jewelry. Beaux was nearly asleep in Carly's arms when Carly hears a soft..."I wan get one." It was so cute, especially because she has never said that before. It was a long sentence for her. So this is what she picked out!

Sloane ran all the way up the hill to go see Grandpa..as she got close she saw he was asleep and peeked under his hat. Then quietly laid her jacket next to him and lay down herself.

Tu tu was nice to carry two monkeys so they wouldn't get stickers in their feet.

Forgot to mention that while at the lake I totally submerged Griffin's camera in an effort to save a binki from drowning. And Sloane broke his cell phone. Luckily he fixed the phone...

Cassidy and Nicole Anderson!!

My brother Cassidy and his long time girlfriend Nicole tied the knot on Jan. 21! They surprised us and eloped in Las Vegas! I have to admit its taken a few weeks of therapy to get over not being there, but I am happy they were able to get married how they wanted...just them. And even more happy to get a new sister! They are truly made for each other!

Congratulations, we love you!

Pizzeria 712 was filled to the brim with family and friends for their fabulous wedding party...here are a few of the pics!

This is the only picture I got of Cassidy and Nicole together at their party!

My new sister Nicole!

My cute Mom!

The food was fabulous! And Griffin LOVES TO EAT...

and so does Carly.

We were able to actually get a couple good family shots...to get my kids to all look at the camera at the same time and smile is a MIRACLE!

My sister Maddy and our cute, kind-of cousin Chloe.

This is my dad's only sibling Janet and her husband Rod. We don't get to see them much, they came down from Idaho!

Just when Beaux had had enough...

Mike came and saved the day with 'the hammer!'

"Mike is a lot more fun when he's not checking my ears!"

Griffin Popped the Question!!

Carly thought she was on a scavenger hunt for Griffin's brother...when she got out to grab the last clue his brother drove away and Griffin stepped out from around the temple sign. She let out a scream and threw the clue paper that was set ontop of 45 red roses and started bawling. Greg and I had been lying on the grass in front of the temple for 1 1/2 hours to video and take photos. We creeped a lot of joggers out...since we were in dark hoodies and laying down in the dark on the grass.

She of course said "yes!" and we are so excited! Griffin has been a part of the fam for a long time and Carly is excited to become Mrs. Miller!

Congradulations, we love you!

Alone Time

Greg, Hayley and I had sent the girls upstairs so we could talk in peace. After a while Indi came to the top of the stairs and said,"Mom, I'm sorry, I didn't see her do it and Sloane has something to tell you." And she was gone. Then Sloane says, "Ya, it's Beaux and she's a MESS!" At that all three of us run upstairs and see a little monster girl looking up at us. Beaux LOVES make up! She will dig out chapstick, sunscreen sticks, even crayons and wipe them all over her face. So it was her heaven to actually have come upon (my favorite) lipstick!

Rainbow Bridge

This is a photo is from last summer, but I love it and it is in honor of my spring fever! Last summer we hiked the 3/4 mile up to Rainbow Bridge...Beaux insisted on doing it by herself in her BARE feet the whole way! Lake Powell is a special place for us and we can't wait to get back soon!

Sloane's Magical Day! Big # 3!

Waiting and waiting and waiting for a surprise guest!

The anticipation had been building for so long and they were so excited! Finally the door bell rang and we dramatically opened the door with cameras rolling and the girls were slightly surprised to see.....THE APEX ALARM SYSTEM SALESMAN!!

I told them they were supposed to be a princess and to come back later....Greg said, "No don't"!

Finally our beautiful Cinderella arrived! She explained Snow White wanted to come but couldn't make it due to prior arrangements with the Seven Dwarfs. But she had sent some gifts!

Happiness!!!

We want to say a big Thank You to aunt Hayley for the Magical Pictures!