A few updates really quick. Haven't blogged for a really long time. Busy, yes. Crazy, maybe. Stressed for sure (see July). Have been enjoying the summer. I am one of the few moms who likes summer with her kids. Many moms dread it. I love it. Have done a lot of low or no cost things in our city and taken a few inexpensive day trips.

April - Jayden's baptism with her friend Sydney (she posted below)

May - Day trip to Galena to meet my old college friend

June - Gymnastic meet, V visit to Des Moines (our fav)

July - Fireworks, Fun at Boeck's cabin, K's 4 day hospital stay-Ia City visits-plan for surgery
Kids V visit to Des Moines during stress (thanks P)

August - Nauvoo

Fun in Nauvoo

The girls at the temple

All the kids together

Cowboy Christian - I LOVE this picture.

Peaceful view


This picture is so sweet. What a great big bro explaining all the features of the temple to Christian. Christian even kissed the actual temple. Can a 1 yr old already know the importance?