We Love our Local Library

Grant and I go to the library pretty regularly. He loves the fish, the computers, the huge stuffed animals, and oh yes, the books. We started the Read-to-Me summer reading program last week. To get weekly prizes, I just read with Grant 15 minutes a day, he colors in a little picture to represent our reading time, and we turn in our paper. The first prize was this coloring page. You dip a cotton swab in water, wipe it on the little paint square, and then "color" your picture. Grant loved it! His picture is up on the fridge. It's not too late to join the reading program- so if you're around here, go check it out! PS- Grant's birthday pictures are coming soon!

Lagoon

Earlier this month, Tyson and I went to Lagoon for our anniversary. We left Grant with the grandparents- thanks Parkers! It was lots of fun! We were among many teenagers and felt like an old married couple. Tyson doesn't mind flying a tiny plane, but for some reason, he doesn't care for wild roller coaster rides. He was a good sport though and the only ones I couldn't talk him into were Wicked and the Blastoff ride where they bring you to the top, let you sit there for 10 seconds or so and then drop you. I thrive on those exciting rides- I love the feeling of my stomach in my throat! I think it's so thrilling! Lagoon is a fun little park. Here we are on our favorite ride, The Spider. Good times! While we were on The Wild Mouse, a sudden thunderstorm poured rain on our defenseless little cart. It was a very scary ride- that one is jerky to begin with, but try it with your eyes closed while being pelted with rain! We were completely drenched when we got off, and we didn't last much longer after that. Despite the weather, it was a very enjoyable day. We loved spending a relaxing day together. I hope we can get back there this year- I would love to take Grant! Even though you won't read this, I love you Tyson!

Soarin Over the City

Tyson took Grant and I up on a flight a few weeks ago. Besides the takeoff and landing (they are turbulent in a tiny plane!), it was pretty fun!

Co-pilot Grant

Tyson and his instructor, Tom. Looking out the window. One of a few quiet moments. Grant liked looking at the little cars for about 20 minutes. I spent the rest of the time trying to keep him out of everything. June has been a busy month, so more updates to follow!

Oh What Do You Do in the Summertime...

Yesterday was a beautiful day and we spent most of it outside. Today we're back to rainy, cloudy weather. Here's Grant playing with the "scrubbies." But I'm running out of ideas here! What do you do during summer days when it's not outside weather?

Celebrating

We had our fourth anniversary this week and went to the temple together. (We're taking a trip to Lagoon next week- yeehaw!) Thanks for babysitting Kaitlyn! Tyson gave me these pretty roses- I love them because I get to plant them and they can last a long time! (Hopefully, haha.) The next day was Tyson's birthday. We started with French toast. Then I made the Mickey cake. We had family over to help us eat it. Grant was happy to oblige! Happy birthday, Tyson! We love you!

Crazy Storm!

Our birthday celebrating was interrupted by this storm! Here is a video from our front step, and it doesn't even do the storm justice. It was hailing and raining and blowing like crazy! Those poor trees we just planted- they were defenseless. And I am mourning my garden today. The corn, beans, cucumber, and zucchini had just come up and they are looking pretty sad now. What's with this weather?!

Camera??

I can't find my camera anywhere! Anyone seen it? Well until I find it, you get a boring post with no pictures. I just finished the book The Last Waltz. I bitterly hated the ending. I completely disagreed with the author's thoughts on love. I really didn't enjoy the book. I'm trying to figure out what the message was- has anyone else read it that has some insight? On the other hand, I also just reread A Heart Like His by Virginia H. Pearce. I enjoyed that one.

This morning I left the sprinkler on in the garden for WAY too long and completely flooded it. I had just gotten after Grant for something and while we were talking about it (he's crying and I'm explaining), he asked about the sprinklers. Oops. So then I couldn't be mad at him because he saved the day. Knowing me, I wouldn't have remembered til tonight!
Anyway. Hope you are all having a good day. Following Brooke's example, I better list some things that I'm grateful for to help get me out of this mood.

1. Little boys' imaginations
2. Poppyseed dressing
3. Nap time
4. Prayer
5. Good friends

Hey it works! :)

Edited: I just read a bunch of positive reviews on this book by well-read people. Maybe I was ignorant?