June 6, 2026

Relaxing camping day. Since we had Clayton and Sandee, we decided to forgo a hike and instead hang out with them. Lots of games played and treats eaten. I love playing games (especially Hearts which we played) at a campground and eating treats so it was a good time. We did sneak over to Cascade Springs with Clayton (which is not a 15 minute drive).

I like that campground, even though there is traffic noise during the day. The river white noise was great last night as were the temps. Not too cold and a night to sleep with the rain fly off. Thinking of all the places our $100 Coleman tent we bought at Walmart has been the past two years. Whitney Portal, Kings canyon, Rocky Mountain, arches.  Wrote them on the tent.

 

June 5, 2026

It was a good AF Canyon day.  It started with one of my favorite canyon hikes - Pine Hollow Overlook.  Or pineapple overlook.  Ha ha.  I like that hike, especially the view of the mountains from the overlook plus the amount of aspens along the trail (so very many).

Now it's time to camp at Granite Flat.  Site 51 is a good double site (would stay here again).  Clayton and Sandee are staying with us, as are Rylie and Cole.  The rest of the family came to visit and hang out.

I especially enjoyed eating a delicious hot dog roasted over the fire.  That would usually seem like an oxymoron - delicious and hot dog, but it was really good.  (Thanks to Mason for roasting it for me.)  We also played games (lots of Rookish). Clayton said he once scored 715 in that game even though you only score by 10s.  I called him on it and we all laughed.  Later, Cole couldn't stop giggling after Clayton did something funny.

June 4, 2026

It’s been an awesome first bit of summer. We’ve had lots of fam time. I’ve done puzzles (with Rylie), games with some kids, Dr Mario, froyo, dinner at the Randalls, our hike and lunch, and a bit of “Do Nothing Day”. The only downside is poor Cam’s wisdom teeth recovery. It’s been rough but after a week she’s finally feeling OK. Not great, but OK. 

June 2, 2026

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - I love June!

We had a fabulous summer Tuesday. We started off with a hike - me, Kenz, and Rylie. We actually met up with D and Baylie. 

After our hike we grabbed Sadie for lunch at Kneader’s. It felt like we were on a vacation eating out for lunch and chatting on their patio. 

May 31, 2026

We had a good afternoon with family and Bridger’s farewell. Bridger said a few things that were wise beyond his years. “Jesus changes hearts that turn toward Him.” “The Lord doesn’t need more talented people. The Lord needs more willing people.”

May 28, 2026

Wisdom teeth removal day for Cam. Rylie was a big help. It was a tough one and the first thing she wanted was a Wendy’s frosty. I got to see all my kids today with Kenzie bringing Zupas for Cam plus Ry and Sadie here, and Mason came over for some games. 

I got in a quick morning hike since Cam's appointment wasn't until the afternoon.  Scout Shelf had some pretty flowers.

May 27, 2026

What an enjoyable evening. Ry and I did a puzzle, Mason came over and we played Dr Mario, the 3 girls laughed and chatted, and Darren pranked them by fake calling Chris Price for Cam’s wisdom teeth removal tomorrow. He pranked them good.