July has been a wonderful month! We enjoyed seeing many of you and experiencing California and the wedding as a family. The wedding was definitely the highlight. We appreciate Stuart and Heather's perfect example for our kids - we all love to see them when they stop here on there way through.
I asked the kids what their favorite memory of California was...
Enoch - Shamu that splashed me. (NOT the rollercoaster).
Miriam - Sleeping in the hotel.
Natalie - Going the the beach, going to the wedding, and going to Sea World.
Isaac - Going to Sea World.
Auriana - Going to Sea World, seeing the dolphins, and playing at the beach in the waves.
Auriana really did love the waves, she was in the water the entire time we were at the beach. I didn't even get in the water, but I was completely content to count to seven over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Seven, because Bjorn was going in way too deep!
Sea World was awesome - I loved the moment we saw the killer whales swimming in their tank. There was suddenly excitement in the air and all the kids started running to get a better look. That moment made it worth the entrance fee. We all loved the shows! We all loved being with cousins and grandparents. Miriam wanted to keep returning to the sharks and Enoch the Polar Bears. Natalie loved the rides (that’s unique in our family) – Thanks Karinne for accompanying her and sacrificing your dryness!
After the Young Reunion we got to experience the Pendleton Reunion. We stayed in a lodge at the base of the mountain at Brighton. We spent time hiking to several different lakes, visiting with family, playing games, and staying up late. Despite Enoch breaking his foot while jumping down the stairs (He has a cool green cast until Aug 17), it was a very fun and relaxing three days!
We also had a talent show, and for our entry we changed the words to a song the kids already knew and could play on their instruments. The new words are...
With the family I love, having fun wherever we go.
With a team spirit strong. Coolest people I ever did know.
So, we listen and obey, we’re kind and happy all the day.
We know that we can be forever in the Pendleton Circle of Love.
Later in the month we got to attend a concert in American Fork with the three oldest kids. We wanted to see their music teachers perform with John Schmidt, Peter Brienholt, and Ryan Shupe! We had a great time.
Other highlights of the month…
*Purchasing a blow up waterslide to beat the heat without having to go the pool.
*Attending day camp with Isaac – archery was his favorite activity there.
*Hearing the story of “Ellie and the Butter” from Bjorn.
*Enjoying “Meet the Robinsons” as a family.
*Having A 24th of July barbeque with some good friends.
*Enjoying several picnics and evenings in the park. Our kids have a favorite spot by the river they call Terebithia!
We’re just trying to enjoy our last few weeks together before school starts. It will be nice to get back into a schedule again, but it will be sad to have less freedom to just do whatever we please. For example… The other day Miriam was staring out the door with a smile on her face. I asked her what she was looking at. She replied, “A car – and it was beautiful and white.”
I asked the kids what their favorite memory of California was...
Enoch - Shamu that splashed me. (NOT the rollercoaster).
Miriam - Sleeping in the hotel.
Natalie - Going the the beach, going to the wedding, and going to Sea World.
Isaac - Going to Sea World.
Auriana - Going to Sea World, seeing the dolphins, and playing at the beach in the waves.
Auriana really did love the waves, she was in the water the entire time we were at the beach. I didn't even get in the water, but I was completely content to count to seven over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Seven, because Bjorn was going in way too deep!
Sea World was awesome - I loved the moment we saw the killer whales swimming in their tank. There was suddenly excitement in the air and all the kids started running to get a better look. That moment made it worth the entrance fee. We all loved the shows! We all loved being with cousins and grandparents. Miriam wanted to keep returning to the sharks and Enoch the Polar Bears. Natalie loved the rides (that’s unique in our family) – Thanks Karinne for accompanying her and sacrificing your dryness!
After the Young Reunion we got to experience the Pendleton Reunion. We stayed in a lodge at the base of the mountain at Brighton. We spent time hiking to several different lakes, visiting with family, playing games, and staying up late. Despite Enoch breaking his foot while jumping down the stairs (He has a cool green cast until Aug 17), it was a very fun and relaxing three days!
We also had a talent show, and for our entry we changed the words to a song the kids already knew and could play on their instruments. The new words are...
With the family I love, having fun wherever we go.
With a team spirit strong. Coolest people I ever did know.
So, we listen and obey, we’re kind and happy all the day.
We know that we can be forever in the Pendleton Circle of Love.
Later in the month we got to attend a concert in American Fork with the three oldest kids. We wanted to see their music teachers perform with John Schmidt, Peter Brienholt, and Ryan Shupe! We had a great time.
Other highlights of the month…
*Purchasing a blow up waterslide to beat the heat without having to go the pool.
*Attending day camp with Isaac – archery was his favorite activity there.
*Hearing the story of “Ellie and the Butter” from Bjorn.
*Enjoying “Meet the Robinsons” as a family.
*Having A 24th of July barbeque with some good friends.
*Enjoying several picnics and evenings in the park. Our kids have a favorite spot by the river they call Terebithia!
We’re just trying to enjoy our last few weeks together before school starts. It will be nice to get back into a schedule again, but it will be sad to have less freedom to just do whatever we please. For example… The other day Miriam was staring out the door with a smile on her face. I asked her what she was looking at. She replied, “A car – and it was beautiful and white.”
