Saturday, August 10, 2013

Off To The Mountains/Woods We Go!



What a beautiful view out over Butterfield Canyon!
Who would believe this is just past the copper mines near South Jordan and Harriman?
Well the other children slept in the car from a long drive, Of course Jacob was up in a tree.
This is just to prove that I was actually there! I rarely get pictures of myself on family trips.  
I just love getting out of the family. I just love to see Rick be a mountain man.
Here's Ricky recharging and getting ready to GoGo go!
This is a huge mistake! Letting Ricky sleep before are at camping outing meant he was up till almost 2 AM.
So much fun for two little brothers with nothing but bugs and dirt and rocks to play with.
What's that you say? I'm just having some fun hanging out in mommy's backpack!
Yeah I like to be outside feeling the breeze and seeing the scenery.
First order of the day destruction of all things Visible! They were carrying logs as big as they were hitting trees and looking for  Snake holes.
Rick taught the boys that setting up the tent and getting the fire started where the two most important things that a good camper should do. Great lesson for a little beginner scout like Jakie.
More hitting the mountainsides and beating up the roots of the trees.
What's up Mikey? We haven't forgot about you! You're still cute :-)
We all thought Safe after safe after seeing Jacobs "bow staff" skills!
Oh Jacob what a heartbreaker you are!
Oh Jacob what a know-it- all you are!
Loki looks just awful after digging and chilling on the ground for hours on end! I won't even tell you what we caught him chewing on.
Strongman R
ickey!
Of course if Ricky did it, Jacob had to do it too! He dead lifted it over his head.
All yes that's fine craftsmanship of Rick Shumway!  I'm always so grateful for his mountains skills when we're out camping.
Ricky decided to get his name on with his hotdog.  Our only rule for him was don't touch the hot metal poker! It will hurt!
Here's Jake making his handsome pose as he cooks himself his dinner. I can't believe how grown up he looks!
You guess it!  As usual Mickey broke the rules!  Ouch buddy, that looks like it hurt.
I have the best out of all! I had to sit back with my feet up nursing mikey while taking cute pictures.   It's the sweet life.


Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Jakie, Rickie & Mikey = Fun!

I had all of these funny pictures that all had a similar theme: boys are silly.  I'm glad I got 3.  Love you boys! 
-What the heck is jake doing with that twizzler?

Moments I Love: "Bath Time Baby"

I've done photos of each of the boys in a white towel and I just love them:). They remind me of how angelic their features are.  Mikey was no exception. He is such a funny little guy.   Love those "alien baby eyes" as daddy would say. 

Monday, August 5, 2013

Is there anything better than little boys??


Ode To Dad (happy 24th of July)





Rickie's Thoughts:

Ricky has really great Sunbeam teachers that were teaching about the things to be grateful for.  When Rick was getting Ricky ready he asked him what are 3 Things that make Rickey happy and here is what he said:

1.Kisses from Mommy
2.Chewing gum
3. Saying hi to T-Rex's

(I'm just glad I made the list with 2 of life's other great experiences:)

He is such a funny little guy!  I'm glad he is mine:)

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Jakie's First Day of 3rd Grade

Jacob started his first day of the 3rd grade today.  I can't believe that he is such a big boy.  He showed up at the van with his buddy Christian (from his 2nd grade class) ready to resume play dates.  I guess not that much has changed!