Settling In

June was about as busy as May. I think we have officially settled in to our house. There may be a few boxes in closets, but whatever is in those boxes must not be very important since I haven't had a need for it in a month. 

My parents came to visit, and it was so great. They have lived in their home for 30+ years, so I would say they are home owner experts. We tackled numerous projects and they delivered our old family piano and my Grandma's hutch. Thanks mom and dad!!

Jared is pretty much in heaven having a garage! You should have seen the plans he designed for this work bench!

The flower beds in the front of the house had really ugly red wood chips so we took it out and planted some plants. Guara, lavender, creeping thyme, a popcorn tree, and Shasta Daisy's.

This poor old apple tree had to go! It was DEAD. There were hardly any leaves and wasn't going to be producing any fruit. 

I'd say my parents are enjoying themselves

Exploring Fort Buenaventura Park

Two Grandma's in town at the same time. Ellie is one lucky lady!

A re purposed childhood toy from my brother! Ellie will get a lot of use out of this thing!

This may have been Jared's highlight of the week. They found the on/off switch for out ancient sprinkler system. Hallelujah!

Ellie helped too!

Explored Antelope Island with my parents. It was a beautiful day.

We have lots more planned for the month of July...stay tuned!

Big Springs Winter Hike

I have been wanting to go on a winter hike for weeks! Jared and I decided to hit up our favorite spot Big Springs and check it out. We came equipped with snow shoes but didn't need them. The trail was packed down and we did just fine in our hiking boots. We couldn't have asked for a better day, it was so beautiful. Rosie got some much needed exercise, and so did we. I had gone to a tabata class that morning (its a strength training class), and let me just tell you. I was SO sore. I may have over done it a bit, I had a hard time walking the next day and maybe the rest of the week. 

Fall Colors | Part Two

South Fork, Provo Canyon

Jared shot some bridals up at South Fork and I have to say, South Fork is one of my favorite places in Utah Valley. There is a huge field of the most perfect green grass. A beautiful bubbling stream and all these little deer trails that weave through picnic spots. I love this place! 

Ellie playing in leaves. The epitome of Fall, wouldn't you say? Playing in leaves is something everyone should experience. I always loved the Fall as a kid because it meant raking a missive pile of leaves and jumping in them and stuffing them down each other's shirts. Ahh the memories!

Hobble Creek Canyon, Springville, Utah

Here is my hiking buddy, right here. We are Outdoor Women!! Miriam and I laughed thinking about us looking back at pictures of us going hiking with our LITTLE babies. So glad we have each other, and we have stuck to our goal of getting out and exploring! 

Our trip up Hobble Creek was a great adventure. As we drove in we passed a sign that said, "watch for cows on the road." We passed a few, then as we parked and got out of the car we heard a few more. We got the kids all situated and headed out for our hike, and saw more cows. Before you know it there was an entire cattle drive down the road. It was awesome! The hike was maybe one of our best, incredible peaceful, and super easy. This was my first time up Hobble Creek Canyon and I can't wait to explore more in the Spring. 

The light was PERFECT in this spot, of course no one would sit still, and meltdowns ensued, hence the photo of Ellie clawing at my legs. She is still beautiful though.