4th of July

Happy 4th of July! We spent the 4th on the boat out at Chatfield Reservoir with my parents, my brother, and nephew. Unfortunately I forgot the camera, but we had a great day of skiing, swimming, and relaxing. That evening we had a neighborhood firework show...or shall I say battle. The neighbors would set off their massive fireworks and Kaleo would respond with something bigger and better. Kaleo, my brother, and Neil (our neighbor) would try to synchronize the lighting of fuses to send off quite a display in the sky. Fortunately after watching them scramble to get out of the way, none of the tubes tipped over and shot at the spectators.

Mikayla and Micah enjoyed dancing with fire.

Mikayla trying to scare the smoke away..."I hate rabbits!" (Don't even ask)

We learned that Micah is quite a pyro...he scares me. Like father; like son

St. George, UT June 26th-28th

Instead of driving straight home from Las Vegas, we stayed a couple days with my parents in St. George, UT. My brother and his family drove up from Phoenix and my sister had flown in earlier in the week from Denver with Joseph. My parents recently bought a new side-by-side quad, so we all brought our ATV's to do some riding. We found a great spot, but I don't think the cows were too happy with us.

My dad in his new toy, the Polaris RZR My nephew, Adam, enjoying his last ride on his motorcycle...we ended up buying it from him for Micah. Micah likes to look at it and start it up, but I think it will be Mikayla who gets to learn how to ride it first.My brother, Mike, waiting for everybody to catch up.

My brother's wife, Kaity

Mikayla's ready to do some riding!

What a stud!

My poor mom puts her fate in my dad's hands.

Dad and Mikayla racing back

Micah, making sure he keeps the cows in sight at all times.

Mikayla's the first to return...

but she's off again!

Dance Team Nationals - June 23rd-26th Las Vegas

Mikayla was on a competion dance team this year, the Razzle Dazzles. They competed at the National Encore Dance Competition in Las Vegas. Her team competed with three dances and she also competed in a tap trio and a lyrical duet. It was a great vacation for the whole family.

On Monday we checked into The Planet Hollywood which was just around the corner from the convention center where the competition was being held.

Micah and Mikayla on the Red Carpet
We even had a view of Paris!

Tuesday was competition day for Mikayla. Her team performed a jazz routine called "Let's Get Together" in which Mikayla was great at shaking those little hips.
Mikayla, Dalton, and Rebecca with Coach Lisa before performing their trio, "Jailhouse Rock."

Bella and Mikayla received another platinum award for their adorable duet, "No One."

Duet and Trio award winners from The Colorado School of Dance.

Micah had the best seat in the house for this long day.

Wednesday started out as a relaxing day at the pool.

During this trip Micah learned how to swim using arm floats.

Mikayla enjoying the pool The Senior Razzles won competition money and were able to spend their winnings on a limo ride down the strip.

Having a toast with champagne glasses filled with M&M's. Senior Razzles outside of Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden at the Mirage.

Mom and Mikayla Ice cream was a well-appreciated treat after walking through the garden in 107 degree heat.
Taylor, Mikayla, and Torey in their matching tanks.
Dad and Mikayla
Micah and Dad waiting for the water-fountain show at the Bellagio.

In the mall, the floors were so shiny that Micah would see the reflection and not dare to walk. He thought he was going to fall into the floor. I'm not sure what kind of phobia this is, but it was hysterical.

Mikayla and Micah waiting for the thunderstorm show in the mall.

Thursday was our last day in Vegas. We spent the day visiting the nearby casinos and shops. The kid's favorites were M&M World, the lions at MGM, and the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay.

Kaleo and the kids pet the stingrays at the Shark Reef...I was happy just watching! Of course Micah found some cool motorcycles.

The M&M race car at M&M World Before leaving town, we ate at a restaurant called Dick's. The name says it all...they're known for being very rude. Our waitress made these hats for the kids.

Mikayla: "I fart in the tub"

Micah: "I eat my boogers"

Father's Day 2008

On the morning of Father's Day, we went golfing with the Farrell's, Reid's, and Bradshaw's. It was an easy Par 3 at South Suburban and we all had a great time.

Happy Father's Day to our wonderful husbands and fathers.

Greg, Kaleo, Craig, and Travis

The lucky ladies:

Jen, Jen, Kelly, and CindyKaleo and Greg playing with their clubs