Grandma B.

Um, I found this picture on my computer today. I had no idea the kids convinced Grandma B. to do a photo shoot. It is an addendum to Grandpa B.'s photo booth shoot.

Jammin' on the One

We made strawberry jam: Meg cleaned all the berries, Maisie and Nick manned the food processor, Andy stirred the mixture, I poured the jam into jars. We had a stress-free time working together, which is why I am posting our jamming.




(I hope the title of this post reminds my sibs of that Cosby episode where Theo raps with Stevie Wonder.)

I've Always Wanted One of Those -- Birthday for Austin and Nick

Austin wanted to camp for his birthday, and Nick agreed. We went to Moab to camp and hike.
Birthday Boys

Camp site

Jelly bean cake

Party guests

Hiking to Delicate Arch (Nick hiked all three miles.)

Delicate Arch

Love the "Kelty" pack

Bouldering (I had to turn my head and look away because Austin helped the kids climb higher and higher. The kids couldn't get enough. They hiked and climbed all over Arches.)

What a time we had recreating as a family!

Disneyland

90 degree weather in southern CA was our vacation spot during spring break. We spent two days in the car and three days in Disneyland. It was fantastic. Maisie rode all the craziest rides -- her favorite was the Tower of Terror. (Other guests on the ride loved her screams!) Nick loved the Matterhorn.
Waiting for the shuttle, the first morning.

Hot tubbing.

Maddie's new Minnie Mouse jammies, thanks to Auntie.

Classic tea cup photo opp.

Buzz Lightyear ride.

Here is the view on the Farris wheel of the park, both inside the cage and out.

Grandpa B.

Austin's parents came for a lovely visit this past weekend. We played lots of games, ate lots of vegetables, and loved every moment. I think this picture defines it all, with a special thanks to iphoto booth (L-R: Maisie's belly, Grandpa B., and Andy).

Bunny Buns

Maisie found a new recipe from the April Friend that she insisted we try today, Bunny Buns. Cousins Haley and Ty were over to help shape our dough into bunnies. Delicious!



I think we've found ourselves a new Easter tradition.

Conference

General Conference came and went this weekend. We were lucky to share it with the Lybberts and Shelly. Although combined there were seven small children, I did feel the spirit, at times. Of course we ate plenty of treats and colored with new pens.




Evenings together were spent playing games and talking late into the night.


Saturday night 35 ladies came: cousins and their kids, some of Shelly friends, my sisters and kids, and mom and aunt came over during priesthood session to eat dinner and celebrate a lovely cousin. What a time we had. Although I don't have one picture of the event, which I regret, I did make many pleasant memories and spent a lovely evening with all.