My Babe Ruth

So Braxton started tee-ball last week for the first time, ever! Where did the time go that is big enough to be playing baseball? Oh man I cannot think of anything that was cuter or funnier! He did a great job! When we were walking to the car from practice, he said to me, "Mom, I am pretty awesome at baseball, huh?" I of course replied, "you are the awesomest," and he nodded his head in a very confident way. I am pretty sure this kid won't have a self-esteem problem anytime soon. I just have waited for these fun things to take place, it is such a great time in his life. In the fall we will start Little Ninjas, too(his choosing)!

ZOOrrific!

We went to the zoo for the first time this summer season and that is always a good time! Joz is at the age where she would say the animal and make their sound, so it is so worth it and Brax just is in awe of them. His favorites are the tiger (of course), Simba the lion, and Pumba and Timon the warthog and meercat from Lion King! We got the royal treatment with Reba the elephant though, as they were feeding her right in front of us(and we were the only ones), Brax even got to throw out a hotdog bun for her! The funnest part was the waterpark inside the Zoo as you can see below we were not prepared for that, but hey its all about the experience. Needless to say they were both soaked, but they had sooooooo much fun!

Grandma nana and Papa

Good times in AZ! Thanks for everything, kids had lots of fun!

Grammie, Grandpa and Jozie

Jozalyn and I made an unexpected trip to Idaho for my grandpa's funeral. It was a bittersweet time, but it was great to get to see my parents and the rest of my family! Living so far away it is hard to get my kids (when they are younger) to get aquainted with my parents (as well as Brett's parents) because every time we see then the reset button has been pushed. She did really well though after she got a chance to get warmed up! They love her so much and she loved having constant spoiling attention! She espcailly loved the cabinets without the child safety locks, as you can see! Of course Braxton was missed like crazy! I had never been away from my little guy for so long, so it was hard, but a joyious reunion and lots of phone calls!

Snoqualmie Falls

We took the scenic route back from Yakima to Seattle. Is was breathtaking!

Seattle temple and Tinas wedding

We thought we better take advantage of some photo opportunities on the temple grounds. Christina's wedding was so beautiful in Seattle. We flew to Phoenix, then Seattle, drove to Yakima and then back on a flight to Phoenix where we stayed for a few weeks over Brett's break and his birthday! Then in the midst of that all my Pa (see below post) passed away so Jozalyn and I went to Idaho. Way too much!!!! All I have to say is it is good to be home.

Birthday boy Brett

Happy Birthday Brett! I love you so very much and I wish you the best day ever! We had a great day and he was spoiled as usual!