Thursday, August 27, 2009

August came and went so fast....

Our little family is tuckered out of summer... we can't wait for a little sweatshirt weather.

August was such a busy month for us. I have barely had time to breathe let alone blog. However I did find time to enjoy looking at your summer during a little down time at work. I can't believe summer is coming to a close.

We enjoyed many visits from family and friends this month. Our weekends were packed with fantastic company.

Our good friends the Heaps came to visit us from Wyoming. Brad loved seeing his friend Landon.



We tried to have a Wildwood condo reunion this summer but we just could not get it together with everyone's busy schedule. The only ones who came were us and the Cazeau's. We got dinner and took the kids to the park. Brad loves seeing his old friends.


We also had my whole family up for a BBQ. My grandma came up to see the house with my parents. Which for me was a HUGE deal since she has so much on her plate with my grandpa and her own health. She walked around my house and gave me all of her approval. He opinion means the world to me so I am glad she approved.

Randy's little brother Lance and his wife Kendra spend a weekend with us. We ate great food and went to the Rodeo. My camera battery died so I stole this from Kendra's blog. The kids loved the horses and bull riding. Even Claire got a kick out of it. We promised Brad that we would sign him up for the mutton busting relay next year. He was bummed he could not run out there and ride a sheep. I think he might have won if given the chance.





Tim and Kamie came and spent a night with us too. It was fun to have them over and I always get the supper blues when they leave. I can't wait until Kamie is out of school and buys a house just down the street from me.

Randy has been busy with projects around the house. We got our back patio poured. I love having at least a slab of cement now to BBQ. Hopefully we can get things together enough to put some sprinklers in the back yard before the snow flies. Money doesn't go very far when it comes to house projects. It is hard to wait for the funds to get what I want.




Randy also built me a mailbox out of brick. Our neighbor used to work as a mason and came and coached Randy. It looks great!!!



Our little country house is coming along.


One of the highlights of August was Randy's last brother to get married. We spent the weekend in SLC for all the festivities. Their wedding turned out beautiful and she was a stunning bride. Claire loved the dress that was made for her. She would twirl around and say "tute, tute, tute" (cute, cute, cute)

They wanted to go to Lake Powell for their Honeymoon so for their wedding gift we rented a boat for them. Instead of having them haul the boat back to SLC, we met them in Powell at the end of their trip and stayed on the lake for the weekend. (I will blog about that trip later. It deserves it's very own post)






Brad just started kindergarten. He loves it. I can't believe I have a kid in school. I am proud of him and know he will be great. Claire is sad when he goes. The first time Brad was dropped off she cried and called his name. She forgot about it quickly when she realized she had her dad to herself for a few hours.






Work has been really busy for me. I have put in a lot of overtime. The lord has really blessed us. Randy is still endlessly looking for a job. He does great with the kids. He has the hang of the house, laundry, and managing 2 busy kiddos. He has even ventured into some crock pot cooking. I miss being with them at home but I know that they are in good hands. I know both of our hard work is going to pay off. We just need to be patient and leave it in the Lord's hands.

16 comments:

Darcie said...

You guys have been busy! I love Brad in all the pictures he is such a cute kid. Claire in the wedding dress is adorable.
We have a stack of brick in our backyard just waiting to be made into a mailbox, Jeremy better come and get some pointers from Randy.

Tiffany said...

Glad you found time to catch up! I love your family picture--so cute!

Jenn said...

Looks like you guys are having fun. Your house is so cute! I love, love, love your cute family picture!

Salty Gal said...

Wow girl, that was a long post :)

Sounds like you've been super busy - i can't believe that August is almost over either...

Your new family picture is ADORABLE

and I love the house

cute cute

The Hood's said...

SO good to see a post from you! I absolutely LOVE the new family picture! Claire looks so cute, I'm sure she took some attention away from the beautiful bride!
It is hard to wait for money for the house, huh? I understand!
I'm glad that your job is going well, and that Randy is adjusting to being at home. I hope and pray that your "roles" can switch soon!
I miss you.... You're still beautiful as ever!

Beck said...

Aren't summers just the craziest time of the year for everybody? Glad you've been having so much fun!

Rachel said...

So great to hear about your summer! Sounds like so much fun. I can't wait to be in a house again :) Take care!

Rachel said...

Oh, LOVE LOVE the family Pic!!

Annie said...

i was happy to see you for 30 seconds at your mom's house! i don't feel so guilty not having been up to your house yet, sound like you've had a ton of visitors. no worries, we will come!!! and yes, house projects eat a ton of money! that's just the way it is, and the reason i don't have new kitchen cabinets!!! patience....

love the photos!

Marcy M Miller said...

At least you have done lots of fun things! I love Claire's dress, I might have to look at it and see if I could make one for Blyss- she loves her dresses.

Todd and Melissa Titensor said...

I love your little country house because it is right next door to mine. You guys look so cute in your pictures from the wedding.

Simi B. Cazeau said...

Great post Jenny!! We need to follow through with our bondage commitments LOL...Lets meet up for September??

Kam said...

August was a Wonderful and Exhausting month!!! I can not wait to move to Cache Valley and be your neighbor.

katie said...

You are one busy woman. Love all the pictures.

Tori said...

LOVE the pic of your family from the wedding.... now if only MY pictures would be done! You should send me some of yours if you ever have a spare minute... tori.norton@hotmail.com..... hopefully i see you soon!

Amber Ada Reimann Burns said...

It was nice to see your house, it looks comfortable.