Dear Journal...

As you know I am almost done with the BODY FOR LIFE CHALLENGE. I have lost several inches and am down 2 dress sizes. I feel fit and full of energy. My diet has changed drastically....for me. No more dessert 5 times a day. I love that Rachel is doing the program with me. She has lost 6 pounds within the last month. She looks great and is wanting to get into shape for her missionary's return/future wedding. It has been so much fun to share the journey with my sister. It somehow bridges the gap between my distance from my family. Living in another country can be trying at times...thank heaven for VONAGE!

My MEN

Garrett was fixing the truck before our trip to Pacheco... and this is what I found...

my little man is ready to start following his daddy!

Tori's Party

Tori is 5!!
Kason, Ryan, Marisa, Tori and Kegan

Slip N Slide

Fun In the Sun

Princess for the day.

Cave Valley

The girls LOVED ridding the "moto" every chance they got.
Grandma and her grandaughters


Who knew we had such "treasures" here... and so close!

Indian ruins inside the Cave.

Love this view...

I am representing the Indian method of carrying infants.

Lovely hike...even the non-hikers would appreciate this little hike.

The 4th of July

Love my HotSling ... thanks Jen.

Tori Lynn and Alexa

Alexandria and her COOLWHIP

Kids say the darndest things...

Today we were swimming and a butterfly flew past Alex. She said," look Mom it's Barbie Mariposa." I had to chuckle.

Later that afternoon she announced she had to use the bathroom. Once she had gone #2 she said, "we don't eat poopoos, we eat cereal!" Where did that come from ?!

Tori was talking on the phone with cousin Alexa when she politely asked,"can you hold on while I go potty?"

Victoria Lynn is 5!

I cannot believe I have a 5 year old! You are so sweet. You are mommy's big helper. If I wasn't around I know our house and the kids would be taken care of. You are so mature for your age. You wake up every morning and make your bed, brush your teeth and get dressed...all without being asked. I love you so much. You are going to start a full day of school this year! I am so proud of you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!