Our trip to Seattle

Last week Wynn and I took a little road trip to Seattle.
It was so nice just to get away. Matt was gone to
Cedar Badge for the week so we took full advantage of that
and we took off. So nice just to be together and not
have to do anything I didn't want to.

Years ago when we went to Moscow Wynn found this
bridge and loved it. We have since tried to find it
again with no luck. But this time he found it.
It was closer to Lewiston than he remembered.
Isn't it beautiful?

Here we are on top of the Space Needle.
We just relaxed and watch the sun set.

Just beautiful!

You haven't lived until you go on a Duck tour in Seattle.

Land and sea!

With an old fisherman?

So big. . .

This is the house used in Sleepless in Seattle.
(The blue one in the middle)

Space Needle from our Harbor tour cruise.

It was so cold.
Can you tell?

Feeding the seagulls.

We left Seattle and drove highway 101 down the coast.
We went through Forks, WA.
Does the book Twilight mean anything to you?

We stopped several times and hiked in and saw some
really old trees.
Wynn is standing in the hollow part of a Cedar tree.
(If I remember right)

Here we are up in the North Head Light house on Long Beach.

North Head lighthouse.

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse.
I just love lighthouses.
These two were so beautiful.

We had a great time and now it's time to
get back into a routine and get some
things done this summer.
Oh, I just love vacations. . .

Stake Youth Conference at West Piney

This year for YC we went to West Piney.
Such a beautiful place.
Yes, it rained and rained. Driving up there on Thursday morning, the
sky was so black and it just poured. I prayed and prayed for good weather.
I told Heavenly Father that it could be cold and cloudy and the wind
could even blow but please no rain.
Well, it did rain but it did not interfere with any of our activities.
We were so blessed.

The kids had lots of fun.
We made our own "Brand New Year" DVD.
Each ward did a segment and then we compiled it into
one and showed it after the dance on Friday night.
I hope the kids liked it as much as I did, it was amazing!

Of course, the slide was a big hit!

We also had a dance practice for the tri-stake dance
festival being held in August.

Food, food and more food.
It seems like all we did was prepare and serve FOOD!

Dutch oven cobbler after the fireside and before the dance.

When there is food, yes, there are dishes!

We made over 300 scones and every one of them were gone!

My ward at YC!
I love you guys.

I just love West Piney. There is a special spirit there.
We get to go again in a few short weeks to girls camp.
WATCH OUT WEST PINEY,
WE ARE COMING AGAIN!!!

Matt Graduates High School

I can't believe my baby graduated from High School!
It seems like just yesterday he was in kindergarten.

He has come a long way and we couldn't be more proud!

What an accomplishment!

Best wishes in all you do Matt!
Always know we love you and support you in all you do.

He's off to BYU-I this fall for one semester before leaving on his mission.
More adventures to come. . .

Top 10 things we love about Matt:

10) The way you make others comfortable around you.
9) The way you can talk to people. You really are a people person!
8) The way you stand up for what you know is right or how you feel in your heart.
7) The pride you take in all that you do.
6) Love of the Hymns and playing them on the piano.
5) Your involvement in worthy activities.
4) Concerned of feeling and welfare of others.
3) Your sense of humor. So fun loving and just doing what you think is fun.
2) We love how you always want to do what is right. It is important to you that you make the right decisions.

and finally. . . drum roll please

1) The way you flowbee your own hair.

We love you with all our hearts Matt! You Rock!!!

Commencement (Prom) 2010

The Day Date

Matt took Katie Allison this year to commencement.
Saturday afternoon, the group went out to the sand hills and played!
Sounds like they had a great time.
Just good old fashion fun. . .

The wrist flower.
(made by me :)

Pictures in the backyard waiting for everyone to gather.

Here is a picture of the whole group that went together to the dance.
Dinner was served down by the river in an office buildings conference room.

Matt with his cute date!

This is Austin Frandsen and Shara Landing.
(Matt's two best friends)

The dinner table just waiting.

Seminary Graduation/Mother's Day

Matt graduated from Seminary yesterday.
It was a nice ceremony.
I can now say that all my kids have graduated from seminary.
I am so proud!

Matt talked in sacrament meeting yesterday too.
He did an awesome job.
I was touched by his testimony.
I love you Matt!

Look at my loot I got for Mother's Day.
It was an amazing day.
Brooke made dinner for us all and it was delicious!
Thanks, that was the best gift ever.

Matt gave me a spike for planting outside, gardening gloves and a new trowel.
Sam and Hailey gave me the beautiful bouquet of flowers.
Natatlie gave me the "Mommy" book and she even read it to me.
Steve, Brooke & Emily gave me the cute tulip planter with tulips in it.
Wynn gave me a new frying pan and sun glasses, just what I requested!
I feel spoiled, it was a wonderful day.
Thanks to you all, I love you tons.

Our Special Day!

Saturday, May 1, 2010, Sam and Hailey were married in the
Idaho Falls Temple for time and all eternity.
What a beautiful ceremony!

So happy!

Sam with Austin.
They have been friends forever!

Have you ever seen such cute shoes with a wedding dress?

Matt is an amazing photographer.
Shows what a beautiful day it was.

The wedding cake.

Couldn't post without showing a picture of our little Emily.
It was such a bright day. . .

We are so proud of you Sam.
We couldn't be happier for you.

Mr. Skyline

Last night Matt was in Mr. Skyline.
Kind of a spoof on a beauty pageant.
I must say that it was pretty good.
We really enjoyed ourselves.
A lot of time and effort went into it. They
did an exercise routine, talent, evening wear
and they even had to answer an on the spot
question. It was really well done.
The cheerleaders sponsored it and it was great!

He didn't win but it sure was a fun evening and Matt did an awesome job!

WE LOVE YOU MATT!!!