Colson's 4th Birthday

Colson had such a fun birthday! He wanted a Busytown party so that's what he got. ; )

 Love the details on his cookie cake.

We had no idea the "rapids" would be this big! Hilarious.

 Happy kid

 Ray Ray

Cake time! 

 My mama

 Balloon toss

 Present time

Some of the dads decided to take on the rapids during the "after party." Ha!

So thankful for friends and family to celebrate Colson's life with us!

Your wondrous works declare that Your name is near.

Psalm 75:1

Deer Valley 2014

The 60th summer of Deer Valley Ranch (and our 9th year to go) was amazing. I thought about posting our trip pics over the course of a few days, but I decided to jump all in so here we go!

After we landed in Buena Vista, Colorado, we had a few hours before we could check in our cabin. Jason found out about a paddle board demo day so we drove to the lake to try them out. We loved it!

Then we met up with everyone and the craziness began!

It's all about family. ; ) We sure have fun when we are together!

       

Feeding the chipmunks at St. Elmo

        

Both boys liked it but Cols was definitely more cautious. Zach tried to pick them up! So funny.

Eating popsicles

Square dance night!

The little guys weren't always old enough to go to the kids' activities, but that didn't stop them from creating their own good time. ; )

The softball game at the Wednesday cookout is always a favorite.

All the kids get so excited to play.

     

Little fishermen

Colson's first fish

Sledding

Playing at the ghost town

Kids' movie night

Hiking


Colson's first ride

Kids' hayride

Skit night with all the staff is one of my favorite things. I could say just about everything is my favorite. ; )

       

We always go down to the stables for some family pics. Zach wasn't interested in being near Cols at this point. ; ) You never know with pictures!

Can't wait to go back!

The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in Him.

Psalm 37:23

July!

Hi! Summer is going by way too quickly for me. I am soaking up the long days and letting the boys stay up too late. We just love being outside too much to come in. ; )

We flew home from Deer Valley a week ago and haven't stopped...fireworks' displays, birthday parties, tennis drills, girls' night out, Bible study, and celebrating the 4th with our neighbors. So many fun things going on this summer! I'm still playing catch up, and next is Colson's birthday party. He'll be FOUR in one week. I can't believe it.

Our trip was wonderful, and I can't wait to share more pictures. I LOVE family!

The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.

Psalm 145:18