Labor Day Hike

We hiked up Chautauqua trail to the Flatirons on Labor Day. It was a lot of work for Jared and Natalie. Jared was carrying Brayden and the backpack and Natalie hadn't done anything that strenuous since before she was pregnant.
James Hardy came with us.
Brayden had so much fun. He loves being outside.
Brayden was worn out from all the excitment.

Brayden's first CU football game

Brayden's first CU football game was against in-state rival Colorado State University at the Rocky Mountain Showdown. The game was played at Invesco Field at Mile High. We spent most of the game inside because it was so hot and loud; Brayden didn't do very well with either. The game ended with a winning field goal in overtime 31-28. Go Buffs!

Jared and Brayden after the game.

Brayden is 4 months

Brayden is getting so big. You are sleeping really good about 7 hours at night and 3 naps during the day. You eat every 3 hours. Brayden is rolling over all the time. Brayden stands up when you hold his hands. He has a really strong grip and won't let go until he wants to. We came back to Boise to load up our house, watch Grandpa's horse win the Idaho Cup and attend Kira's blessing.
Brayden mimicked Grandpa raising his hands over his head, and still Mmms a lot.
We saw a lot of family at Kira's blessing luncheon.
You always have a fun face for the camera and daddy.

Idaho Cup 2007

The running of the Idaho Cup Sprint was very exciting. We anxiously awaiting the race while watching Dun Ringill in the paddock.
Dun Ringill leaving the paddock. He was running a 5 furlong. Dun won the race easily and there were a ton of family and friends to cheer him on.
Dun won the race easily and there were a ton of family and friends to cheer him on.

Meeting Cousin Jef & Kara

Today was a very exciting day. Daddy was able to show everyone that you were able to stand on your own while holding on to the playmat. You are so strong. Cousin Jef and Kara came over to meet you and Kira. You and Kira seemed to have a great time with the two of them.
We hadn't got you dressed, we were going to give you a bath soon.
Jef bought you and Kira matching outfits. They had a lemon on them...which is Jef's last name.

Boating at Black Canyon

We spent most of the day packing the house and putting all the boxes in the moving truck. It was a hard day to actual take all of our things out of the house. After a long day we have a lot of fun boating at Black Canyon. Cale and Hailey had a boat that we took to the lake. Jared had a great time in the water. The babies both fell asleep in the car on our way up to the lake. Brayden had a good time getting some fresh air.
The kids had fun laying by each other. Kira is almost as big as Brayden.
Brayden was worn out and cuddled up to daddy and fell asleep. So peaceful!
Kira, on the other hand was ready to go.
Cousin Holly was driving through town and stopped by to see us for a little bit.
Cousin Holly was driving through Boise and stopped by to see us for a bit.

Moving to Colorado

Our house finally sold. We love our house and the move is very bitter sweet, but it was a relief to have the house sold. It took us two days just to load the truck, but everything made it to Colorado in one piece.