Friday, July 23, 2010

Happy 6th Halle!!










We sure celebrated hard for Halle's birthday this year. We did a Sunday party with the Garners and Ballifs and then Monday with the Beus's then we were leaving Bear Lake on her actual birthday so we stopped for dinner in Logan because she so badly wanted the waiters to sing to her. Then when we got home she kept asking when she was going to be able to celebrate with all her cousins. I guess three parties just weren't enough, so we had a sleep over with all the cousins. What a crazy night to say the least. We played all sorts of games, Halle's favorite was the game that I asked each one a question about Halle and if they got it right they got a treat and if they got it wrong they got a big juicy lipstick kiss from Halle on the cheek. When Mitch got his answer wrong we had to chase him and hold him down in order for him to let Halle kiss him. Can't really blame the kid for not wanting to kiss his cousin. He was a good sport though and they all had lots of fun.

I can't say enough about my little Halle. She is so sweet and her fun loving personality makes her such a joy to be around. She is turning into quite an affectionate little thing. She has a hug for everyone that comes her way. I can't even believe that she is going to be in first grade in a couple months, I don't know what I am going to do without her all day long. I know for sure her little sisters are going to miss her a ton. She's definitely growing up too fast. Her favorite birthday presents this year were her baby alive and a pogo stick. Oh, and of course her pink hair extension. Looks good Hal. We love ya.

Monday, July 19, 2010

Bear Lake with the Ballifs





We just got back from an annual trip to the Ballif's Bear Lake Cabin. Shanes Grandpa and Grandma plan a fun get a way for the whole family every summer. It's something we look forward to all year long. This year was no disappointment. We had a great time relaxing, talking and playing the games that the Ballifs planned for us. We were sad when it ended but can't wait until next year.
Jen apple stacking.



Water balloon launching.
Uncle Bryce coaching Haden on how to win all the adults.
Shane was the winner of the paper sack challenge. I'm such a proud wife.
Grandpa Ballif was great at keeping his balloons in the air.
Shane can stacking. This one he didn't do so well at.
Feather blowing contest.


Bouncing golf balls from the cement into the bucket. I didn't really win this one, I just wanted it to look like I did.
The highlight of the trip for Avery was Cheese Balls!

Halle & Bailee loving the Jump-o-lene.
And of course, lots of fun at the beach!