A Special Visit from Aunt Ann

We had the most amazing time when Marlin's Aunt Ann came up with his sister Carrie for a visit. I think them most memorable was just sitting and asking Aunt Ann questions of her growing up years, while Carrie took notes. For 80 years old, you would never know it, she looks and acts spry as ever!
Marlin, Cindy, Aunt Ann, & Carrie - what a fun visit.

Maddy had to hide out in the shade.

Aunt Ann wanted a picture of Travis. She lives in Lexington, by Louisville, Kentucky where Travis served his Mission. She was excited to have him to dinner a couple of times while he was there, and the first time they had ever met.

Aunt Ann also wanted a picture of our kitchen, and every other room in the house, she is so cute.

Happy Birthday Justin

Justin is now officially a teenager

Happy 4th of July

I love the 4th of July

Playground Boys

I don't know of a more precious image than our grandboys playing on the playground. Landen, Seth, Wyatt and Ethan.

Beverly Beach

How much fun we had at Beverly Beach with our Portland friends.

Memorial Weekend

What a fun time we had on Memorial Weekend at the KOA in Salt Lake City.
Marlin, Cindy and Maddy
Corn on the cob at it's best with Ethan.
Seth taking a long time out.
The kids playing card games: Justin, Desi, Niki, Niki's friend and Eric,
Even nice enough weather for swimming.
Travis and Drue.
Kristen & Steve with Ethan.
Carrie and Cindy watching the pool kids.

Cousins Desi and Niki.

Eric and Kevin.

First Trip to Hawaii

Marlin and I had the opportunity to go to Hawaii, with the trip I won from Lia Sophia and had the most wonderful time! We were so pampered from start to finish with wonderful dinners, entertainment, presents in our room each day, and so many amazing people.

We stayed at the Sheriton on Waikiki, and had the most amazing view from our balcony.

You can't go to Hawaii without having a famous Puka Dog, they were the best ever.

And we met the nicest people. Our favorite were Chris and Karin from Indiana, now our dear friends.

We can't thank Lia Sophia enough for such a great adventure. I am so winning the Caribbean Cruise for 2009!