Temple Square

During the peak visit season this summer we took a trip down to Temple Square in downtown SL. We rode trax down, of course, since it's Jax's favorite way to get around. It was REALLY hot that day, but all the kids were such good sports about being out in the heat.
We did take a few breaks for some indoor tours too. Here is a picture of Maryn, Mallory, Jax, Ethan, and Emma in front of one of the fountains on Temple Square.
We miss you guys already!

You're My Favorite Deputy

Like I said before, Jax is really into Woody lately. So for his birthday we got him a Baby Woody Plush that comes with it's own blankie. These were just a couple of adorable pics I captured of him loving his new buddy. This is just the sweetest thing ever.

It's Pary Time

Jax has been really into Buzz Light Year and Woody lately. Probably because of the recent release of Toy Story 3. This however was fine with us since it made finding a theme for his 3rd birthday party very easy. Plus there was so much stuff available to use. Here is a picture of those that attended. Instead of a traditional cake I made these cupcake/ice cream cones. They turned out a lot better than I even thought they would, if I say so myself.
Jax blowing out his birthday boy candle.

The happy crew enjoying their tasty treats.

Happy Birthday Jax!

Rockin' the Zoo

We have an annual pass to the Hogel Zoo, so of course, whenever cousins come in town we take advantage of this place. Maryn, Emma, and Mallory all decided to rock their zoo hats for this occasion. Hangin' at the penguin encounter.
A VERY rare pic of cousin Ethan and Jax riding the train.

Another pic of Mommy and Jax on their second train trip for the day.

We love the zoo and anytime anyone ever wants to go we're game.

Sharing a Birthday with the Dinosaurs

For Jax's birthday we decided to go to the Thanksgiving Point Dinosaur Museum. This place is awesome and one of Jax's favorites. Even though it doesn't have a train. But there was a pony ride, and a buggy ride at the Thanksgiving Point Farm right after the Museum, so he was slightly happy. As it turned out the Museum was also celebrating it's birthday, so a bunch of the dinosaurs were wearing birthday hats throughout the tour. My kids thought this was fun because they truely believed they were celebrating Jax's bday too. So cute, but how do I tell them when this never happens again on anyone elses birthdays. Nana, Emma, Jax, and cousins Maryn and Mallory at the Museum.
Jax was very excited about the water/sand play area.

This was one of their favorite exibits. Why I will never understand. We spent forever here while they explored this horrible thing. I'm not kidding, it actually gave me nightmares that night.

Jax having a good time on his 3rd birthday while holding his Mickey (it's actually a blankie he got as a baby, but he calls it his Mickey). Too cute. Love you Buggie.

Happy 3rd Birthday Jax

On July 6th Jax officially turned 3. And as per tradition, our house birthday fairy struck again. This is one of our many beloved fairies that live in and around our home and loves to make a showing on special events. Jax and Emma have come to love and anticipate just what their birthday fairy is going to do to their bedrooms now. We are always so surprised that this said fairy is able to sneak in and do some much damage with crepe paper without them even ever sturring. Must be a very sneaky and very good fairy to always pull it off with such grace and elegance.

Thank you Jax for being in our lives and for always being such a joy. Happy 3rd Birthday Buggie!!

Our Nation's Independence

For some reason, I chose not to take very many pictures on this our nation's birthday. So the pickin's were slim. We decided to go down town to the SL Farmer's Market. Which, was okay, but I won't be rushing back ANY time soon. The amount of acutal booths selling acutal produce could be counted on less fingers than I have on my right hand. The rest of the ENTIRE market was nothing but craft fair vendors selling their homemade goods, or actual food establishment carts. While I think that is nice and all, I was hoping the whole Farmer's Market theme would come into play. Oh well, now the wait for the good Farmer's Market, the Murray City one, begins.

This is a pic of Emma and Jax with their Nana being troopers at the Market. This is another pic of Emma and Jax with the balloons that a clown made for them at the Market.
For our evening festivities we chose to go to Murray park and watch their always great fireworks show. Thank you Murray City for always coming through with fabulous activities for our family. First thing this morning Ryan took Emma to the Murray City Parade while Jax slept. He forgot to take the camera and that is why there is a lacking picture of the said activity.

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and were able to share it with friends and family. Thank you to our founding Father's who had the knowledge, forsight, and inspiration from God to build this nation we all love and hold dear to our hearts.