Smile...

You know it's a great day when even the eggs are smiling...

4th OF JULY~

The Morning...

Of course we had to go to the local parade on Lincoln Ave...It was a must for Griffin to experience it first hand...which he did until he fell asleep halfway through. I was totally surprise he did, he just leaned back and was out, didn't even fight it at all. (side note) Jeff listens (all the time) to a sports radio show and they have a series called..."I'm so over..." and people call in and tell what they are over. Well, I'm so over dogs in public places. I love dogs, seriously, but not at huge human gatherings.

The Afternoon...

We were invited to a couple BBQs in town, but I only got 1 picture and guess who's in it...my boys? We did have a great time at both. We were able to catch up with some high school friends at one and a lot of my mom's friends at the other.

The Night...

Unsure of Griff's ability to take the noise from fireworks, we took a huge risk and went down to RIGHT under where you the city shoots of the fireworks. If there's one thing that really sets this child off, it's loud noises...but this night a whole different story. He absolutely LOVED the fireworks, and they were so loud you could feel them in your chest. As you'll see in the picture, Jeff had a receiving blanket and his hands around Griff's ears to prevent hysteria, but nothing of the sort. He just sat there and stared at all the colors and man, I wish I could have read his mind to see what he was thinking. He was such a champ.

(just hanging, waiting for it to get dark enough)

(the moment we had all been waiting for...)

Also, thank you to all the men and women who make our lives here in American possible. We're so proud to be AMERICANS...and that Griff was born in the USA!!

Back To July...

More Steamboat Pics...


Griffin and I stayed in Steamboat for a total of 11 days and Jeff came on the weekends. He's a trooper for driving back and forth, thanks! So, one of the days we met my friend, Candice and her daughter, for lunch and for some time at the park.

This next picture I love 'cause if you have taken pics of kids you know it's a miracle to just get them to look at you at just the right time. In this one, Griff is the only one looking and he's just so darn happy. We love you Fran and Mema.

Another day we went to the Craig...yes, the Craig Wave Pool. It was really cool 'cause my friend Lacey and her family were able to meet us there and hang out. Her son, Ky, is the cutie in the picture on the left. My Niece, Lilli is on the right showing off her moves after she jumped off the diving board. One of the things I was most looking forward to while in town was attending one of her soccer games and they cancelled the game due to the 4th of July that next weekend. I was so sad. Well, girl, I HAVE to catch one soon.

NIX Family Reunion

June 20-22...

The Nix Family is on Jeff's maternal side. We had a great time at a retreat center near Woodland Park, CO. The best part (for me) was the white elephant exchange, with a few rules changed. A gift is never safe, the only thing is every time it gets stolen the price increases by 5 dollars. A few things got up to like 40 dollars, which means 5+10+15+20...you get the picture not just 40 dollars. The proceeds went to Joe Jr.'s orphanage in Mexico. I thought it was amazing to see them all come together to give to such a great cause. Thank you to you for making me feel so welcomed and not like the newbie.

The reunion is closed each time with a church service, which includes worship music, communion, and a message. I love knowing Griff has such strong Christian family members. God Bless you all...

FOOD

First Veggies...

PEAS...

CARROTS...

SWEET POTATO...

Steamboat Springs...

Patrick and D's Vow Renewal...

Thanks Struwe, for the sweet suit for Griff. It's TDF!

10 years...how is that possible? We just want you Turtons to know how much we love you. You guys looked amazing and the ceremony was very special and beautiful. It's wonderful when you not only love your family but you actually like them, thanks for making it so easy to be together. Griff was just asking when he gets to stay over at your house???