Going Fishing

Visit to Boise - September

Two days after family left from visiting for Reagan's blessing I was heading to Boise. I didn't realize until we were driving to the airport that it was 9-9-09; which was kinda weird, I didn't know if I really liked that I was flying on that date. We had an early flight and as always felt like we were scrambling to get out of the house on time. I was glad that Jared was able to get a gate assist and help me to the gate. Both flights went as well as I could have hoped; it wasn't easy, but it could have been a lot worse. As we got of the first flight (we had to change planes in Salt Lake) I put Brayden in his monkey backpack and leash so I could keep him close. It was so nice having him attached and not having to chase after him or worry about him getting lost in the crowd of people. It was so funny as we got off the plane I had Brayden go in front of me, we were the last ones off the plane so when we got to the front of the plane I wasn't expecting to see so many people, but they were all waiting for their gate checked bags.  Brayden walked right through the crowd saying, “excuse me everybody”. He got a lot of laughs. He has such a good nature. We arrived in Boise and my dad was waiting there for us. Brayden was so excited to see him. We drove out to their house and Brayden took a nap as the rest of us waited for Hailey, Kira, and Cole to arrive later that day. 

The main reason for the visit back to Boise was to be with Libby when she received her endowment in the Boise Idaho Temple. It was so wonderful to all be together as a family in the Temple. I love my family so much. . I am so proud of Libby and the wonderful, strong, loving person she is. Brayden adores her and I know Reagan will too. It was a great day!After the Temple we took a few pictures and headed back home for a dinner. Joining us at the Temple were Aunt Kathy and Gail Wester. 

I was so thankful that Aunt Teresa and our good friend Pat Wilde were willing to help us by watching our little ones. Lucky for them the kids were awesome. Brayden and Kira slept until 5 and the babies took their bottles like champs. They were spoiled while we were gone. That evening we also watched the CU game. They were playing Toledo and unfortunately got beat. I really hope we pull it together, cause I really like it here in Colorado.

The kids had a blast watching movies before bed while eating popcorn of course.

They also loved being outside any chance they could be. They have such a great time with grandpa outside. They have a blast no matter what they are doing. Even if they are just walking down to get the mail. Brayden really doesn't walk anywhere, it is more of a run.

We have been in Boise for almost a week and we finally got around to riding the horses. I have always wanted Brayden to be able to ride the horses, but we haven’t been at my parents during nice weather since his has been old enough. So we Brayden was pretty excited when he got to final get on a horse. He loves going out with Grandpa to do the chores and feed the horses, but today was a very special day when he got to get on a horse. Brayden had a big smile on his face while he rode the horse. He rode Blue and a few days later rode Maggie. He thinks it is awesome to ride on them.

Reagan even made it out a few times. Check out the rolls on her arms and those cheeks. She is still a little chunk.

She still does a lot of sleeping.

We roasted marshmallows in my mom and dad’s smoke chimney. The kids thought that was a lot of fun too. Brayden was in awe and he got to eat marshmallows. 

I am grateful Reagan is such a great baby, and makes it easy to be able to do so many fun things with Brayden.

It is so nice being at home and having so much help with the kids. While in Boise I always try to see friends. I was able to get to see Biggie play in his football game. It was a lot of work taking both kids, especially because all Brayden wanted to do was play on the playground. I am glad we went we were able to see them for a few minutes. I am amazed at how big their kids are getting. 

 It is also nice because I can get my hair cut and see old friends without having to find a babysitter. Stephanie cut my hair while I visited, she cut about 4 inches off. It will be nice to have a short hair cut that is easy and cute for the winter. I also had an evening where I met up with Rachel and her girls, Emily and her kids, and Natalie Dalos for dinner. It was so good to see all of them and catch up. It really made me miss Boise and the friends that I have there. I was also grateful for the friends I have made in Colorado too.