Myers(and Cushing) Family Campout

Now that all of the "little boys" are getting older, my dad decided that he wanted to start an annual campout tradition with all of my brothers, Brett, and all of the boy cousins. He put Dan in charge this year...who immediately went into action with grand ideas of camping adventures.  He put together two plans and held a vote.  The plan that won out was rock climbing at REI, hiking up to the Mount Timp caves, and geo cashing(catching?).  They fit all of that in in something like 32 hours or so! The boys (and dad's I think) all had a great time, got really dirty, ate way to many treats and in general lived it up. Here are the shots to prove it.

The little boys making a fishing pole out of a stick, some string, a fork - with a grape tied to the end (isn't this what life is supposed to be like for little boys?).

 Geo- Cashing (catching?)

 Getting ready to hike Mt. Timp! They look ready to go!

 After Hiking to the top...they look tired!

 Grandpa watching while Brett climbs up the rock wall.

I think this is such a wonderful, bonding event...and can't wait to see what you do next year!  I hear Uncle Eric is in charge!? and his vote was camping and a waterpark?

Summer Loving

McKaleigh asked for One Direction tickets for her birthday - LAST YEAR, and the time has come.  They were spendy little buggers, but she and her two besties said that it was worth every dollar! It was a first concert for all of them, and they were so very excited.  They came over early and applied One Direction tattoos, giggled and listened to their songs.  I dropped them off, solo, at the Maverick Center, and they lived it up!

 Every summer, Grandma Nan and Grandpa Rod are gracious enough to host all of the cousins at their pool for cousin swim day.  It is rare that everyone can make it...Here is a photo of the group, swimming, eating, and having a grand old time together.

Sound of Music

This Summer we did something that we would not normally do, we splurged on something called "Pass of all Passes".  This Pass allows us free entry into all kinds of waterparks, sporting events, bowling, and activities throughout the valley.  We have used it quite a bit - and the best part is that is runs for 12 months!  So, we have alot of playing to do. 

During the month of June, I realized that we missed a free showing of the play, Disney's Tarzan - at a local outdoor theater.  I was determined to make it to whatever July's production was, you know - to get my money's worth.  The July play turned out to be...The Sound of Music!  I was so excited to use our pass and get a little culture in. We invited Grandma Deb and all had a wonderful evening, on blankets under the stars watching this production! I would totally do it again!

Snowbird Family Reunion

 This year was the first year that we did not have a beach family reunion.  Mom and dad decided that it was the kids turn to take the reigns and with a little funding and nudge in the right location take care of the planning.  Since I am the oldest, I had the first crack at it.  We decided that with so many families with babies and little children in Utah, that was where the reunion would be held.  I did some checking around and figured that Snowbird would be a great location.  There are lots of activities, a huge home with a small condo and pool next door (where we stayed with the David Myers family) and great hiking and exploring for the kids.  The weather was beautiful - and if you can't tell, we stayed over July 4th weekend.  Aunt Katie and I spent an afternoon tye-dying shirts for everyone to wear.  We ate way too much food, swam multiple times everyday, hiked, played cards, watched Disney movies and rainstorms and had a great time. Here are the shots to prove it.

 All of the Myers Grandkids.

 The usual hiking crew.

 Our family at the top of the peak.

 The kids doing the bungee trampoline activity, alpine slide and ropes course.

 Thanks mom and dad! We had a wonderful time and as crazy as it was, we love each other! Tag Katie, you and Eric are it - unless there are more babies to be had!:)

Family Lunches, BB Guns and T-ball

 The last day of school we took the kids to The Cheesecake Factory, it was a momentous day!  McKaleigh was going from junior high school to high school, Colton was headed over from the elementary to junior high and Alex graduated from kindergarten.  Our little babies are all growing up!

 The kids (Alex and Colton and dad) love to shoot bb guns.  Alex got one for his birthday and Colton got some for Christmas.  When the weather is nice, we set up the targets and have a few quick rounds.  I take the less serious route and shoot from my chair - the boys are much more serious.  I had Brett shoot me with a few of them to see if they would really "shoot your eye out", and boy did they sting!

 We also started Alex in coach pitch baseball.  He missed t-ball last year due to his head injury, so he was a little behind this year but did really well!

Bike Riding

We LOVE family bike riding!  When Brett began his weight loss journey, he took up riding and it has translated over into a family activity.  We use to pull Alex in the carriage - which proved to be an extra challenge for Brett, but now that he has learned to ride, we can go all over the place.  We go to 7-11 for slurpees on hot days, over to different area parks, friends houses. 0ur latest journey was over to Gardner Village for some tasty breakfast treats and farmers market, which is a big ride for little legs!  I just love being able to ride together...

Alex was also able to ride in the 4th of July bike parade at Uncle Eric's house this year...we did have a minor fall, but he got up and kept going.  Can you tell by his face it was almost 1000 degrees this year!?