Happy 19th Anniversary

On this day 19 years ago I married my best friend. I remember as if it were yesterday, the feeling I had when I woke up and planned out my day; from going to the church to finalize the decorations to getting my hair done. What wonderful memories!!! Through all the good times to the tough times we have grown together. I am looking forward to growing old with you and creating so many more wonderful memories….. I LOVE YOU !!!!!!!

Jarring Applesauce & Hanging Out with Friends

We went to our friend Laura's home to make applesauce for jarring. Awbrey and Laura's daughter Haley joined in & helped sieve the cooked apples. We made plain & cinnamon applesauce. We bought the apples from one of the local farms in the area. It was fun times! When the girls were done helping us they were off doing the zip line. Awbrey was having a blast. I was so proud of her since she had never done anything like that before. Laura & her husband Dave have a beautiful home in the country with amazing views. Their property is surrounded by the lush green woods. We enjoy spending time with their family

Zip Line ...... Wheeeeeeeeeeeeee

HAPPY GRANDPARENTS DAY!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy grandparents day Mimi, Papa, Papa Joe, Grandma Smith, Papa Keith and Grandma Sooz!
I really enjoyed spending time with you all during my summer visit. I am very thankful to be surrounded by my loving grandparents, I am one lucky grandkid! I wish you all a wonderful day and wish I could give you a GREAT big hug & kiss in person. I LOVE YOU...Enjoy your day!!!!
Love, Awbrey

1st day of 7th grade

I can't believe that Awbrey is already in 7th grade, how time flies. She was very excited to get back in school to see all her friends. When we lived in California her summer vacation was only 8 weeks long, since we moved to Washington her summer vacations was 3 months. Other then going to spend a month a Mimi's & Papa's she was bored. Once her friend returned home from her stay at her grandmothers house things were better. They enjoyed the last couple of weeks of their summer break.






Awbrey and Katherine, her BFF



Traditional pic with her and her Dad









there they go, off to new adventures

Multnomah Falls

We went to Multnomah Falls today. It was absolutely beautiful there; what a wonderful way to spend a day off. We hiked the trail and stopped several times to take advantage of all the photo opportunities. There are so many beautiful views of the woods, the Columbia Gorge, etc… Cody even enjoyed the fresh air and getting out and exploring. It’s going to be so gorgeous around here when the leaves turn. Fall is definitely in the air. Today started off as an overcast rainy morning and ended up being a beautiful blue sky with big puffy white clouds kind of day.