Time Out

I was going through my photos and ran into this one...and I just had to post it. This is what our kids get to do every time they misbehave. Such as going to the neighbors without asking, being bad in church or just the general fighting and such. Yes, the phrase "go put your nose on the wall" is a horrible thing to hear, met with much wailing and nashing of teeth. But it works! And if we are consistent, the kids really do shape up with just a single warning.

Strawberry Kokanee Salmon

Every September, kokanee salmon from Strawberry reservoir swim upstream towards the hatchery there, turn red, spawn and then die. I learned this back when I worked for the Uinta National Forest in Provo during my college days. Ever since then, I've wanted to see these red fish...and since it is located on our trips between Vernal and Salt Lake...you'd think I'd seen them by now...but nope! Well, Garrett's wedding provided the perfect weekend for the occasion and my family and I had so much fun exploring the hatchery and seeing the red beasts. This little mystery of life is just as fascinating as watching a caterpillar turn into a butterfly...and I recommend it to everyone who has a fascination for life. Go some time. It's something that must be viewed in person.

Garrett and Emily get Married

This past weekend was the marriage of my brother Garrett to his high school sweetheart Emily. They were married in the Salt Lake temple, which is always a fun temple to go to. The weather was perfect and so was everything else. My favorite part was having all of my family there. We haven't been together in quite some time...it was just so nice to be complete. And my kids absolutely love weddings...it was fun to see them enjoy the craziness of it all.

Spencer is an Official Kindergartner

There are no words to describe the emotions that have been building up to this day. Spencer was beyond excited to break free of home life and spread his wings at Naples Elementary and I was a bit apprehensive at letting the last little bird out of my nest. My life is shifting...and it's hard to let go and embrace the change. But Spencer is more than ready to take this next leap into life. He is excited for all the new things that are about to fill his little life....making his little life larger and larger.

He met a new friend, Josh, that he could not stop talking about. He loved, loved recess and enjoyed his first ride on the school bus. Needless to say, he can't wait for tomorrow.

The best part....I get to be his substitute teacher on Tuesday. Yeah!

I Have a New Niece

Yesterday, August 31 (Brayden's birthday) my sister Dynelle gave birth to a baby girl. They named her Audrey Camilla. I am so excited....I can't wait to hold her. Dynelle lives in St. George so I have to wait a while before I get to meet the newest Brinkerhoff girl.