So Joseph asked me today ....

Why is water wet??

( I admit it through me for a loop)

Here's to ....

7 Wonderful Years!

Ben and I celebrated our 7yr anniversary today by seeing the Mormon Tabernacle Choir in concert at Red Rocks. It was amazing.

I am so blessed to have such a wonderful husband and I am looking forward to the many years yet to come. I Love You Ben, Happy Anniversary!

Rainy Memories

I love everything about the rain. The way it smells before and after it rains, the sound it makes when it hits the ground and just watching it fall from the clouds. It is one of my favorite summer time activities to play in the rain, so this afternoon we had a nice little rain storm come through Denver and I thought as I was sitting in the living room folding another load of laundry that it was time to teach Joseph about the joys of playing in the rain. One of my fondest memories of playing in the rain was in high school with my girlfriends and we splashed in the puddles until we were soaked and giggling like little girls.

So after a few minutes of convincing him that it was ok to get our clothes wet he agreed to come out and play with me. The rain was cool and coming down gently so you didn't get soaked instantly and there was a nice summer breeze blowing.

We splashed in the puddles, watched the leaves race each other down the gutter, laughed until our sides hurt and made some wonderful memories.

Happy Father's Day!!!

We hope all the father's we know and Love are having a wonderful day with their families. We love you all so much.

Busy, Busy, Busy

Here's a look at what we have been doing the past few weeks and keeping me away from my blogging :( Just kidding I love spending time with my family. We were lucky that Jeff and Kris were able to come over for Memorial Day weekend and that we were able to spend time with them, it was a blast.

Collin and Chantelle

Joseph helping Chantelle blow out her birthday candles.

Joseph enjoying watching the lightning and hail.

The river in Estes Park

Papa, Joseph and Grandma

Aunt Kris by the lake.

A herd of Elk just as we entered Rocky Mtn. National Park

Overlooking the valley from the summit in Rocky Mtn. National Park

Jeff and Kris enjoying the view and the Elk!

Our view coming down the other side of Rocky Mtn. National Park.The fog was so thick in places you couldn't see ANYTHING! I was glad when we were off the mountain.

The dinosaur Joseph built. He runs around the house all day yelling ROOOOAARRR!

Ben showing off his mad wood working skillz, built this boat for Joseph to play with in the tub.

Ben finished remodeling the shower in our other bathroom. HOORAY! HOORAY!

WE ARE ......

COLUMBINE!!!!

As the sun dawns this new day it is strangely like the one so long ago on that tragic day. On this day 10 years ago myself along with thousands of others witnessed the worst possible thing any one could imagined, the dark side of people.

I have done my fair share of grieving for those whose lives were taken that day and have moved forward with my life while still holding the memories of that day in a special place in my heart. But I find this year as the anniversary approached and even today my emotions are running on high and I am feeling vulnerable and raw.

I knew this year there would be lots of attention drawn to it and I told myself I could handle it and just move through my day like any other but I find myself sitting here reminiscing and grieving as if it were happening all over again.

Last night I went to the Columbine memorial and as soon as I stepped out of the car the first thing I saw was news vans and camera crews and with that image came a rush of memories . I know that this experience has taught me so much and will always be a part of me but I am reminded of the scripture in 1 Nephi 13:37

" And Blessed are they who shall seek to bring forth my Zion at that day, for they shall have the gift and the power of the Holy Ghost; and if they endure unto the end they shall be lifted up at the last day, and shall be saved in the everlasting kingdom of the lamb; and whoso shall publish peace, yea tidings of great joy, how beautiful upon the mountains shall they be.

Here are some pics of the memorial.

The memorial from the top of Rebel Hill.
The ribbon on the ground. It says Never Forgotten

A saying on the wall that I really really like and is so very true.

Family Pictures Contest

My sister in law sent me this link this afternoon for a photographer in Denver who is giving away a free family photo session to anyone who lives in the denver area or is willing to travel. If you are interested just click on the link below. Check this out the pictures on her website are AMAZING!!!

http://thirtyhandmadedays.blogspot.com/ or you can also go to her website at

http://blueprintsphotography.blogspot.com/