Family, independence and anniversary!

   We were so happy Tad and his cute family could spend a little time with us last weekend. The kids were especially thrilled to spend a little time with their cousins.  

They weren't here for too long but they made the most of their time with us.

Can't pass up a chance to go for a motorcycle ride.

    Unfortunately Charlie learned the hard way that the motorcycle exhaust pipes really are hot.

This burn might leave a scar!

    Tanner's learning the hard way that his soon-to-be-mother-in-law likes to snap photos when you least expect it.    

     Charlie let me doll her up for the 4th of July long enough to snap a few photos then she was in her swimsuit the rest of the day.

    These kids enjoyed some pre-fourth of July fun out front in the water. And Greg took the opportunity to show his patriotism with a flag and a few motorcycle rides around town.

The boy on the back is a neighbor, not one of our boys, just in case someone thought Carter looked a little different.

     I decided the Fourth was the perfect time to taste test this four layer white/white chocolate cake from Costco. It was yummy!

Happy birthday America!

     And what would we do if we didn't have the 'Sidewalk of Fire' festivities to enjoy!?

This is the beginning of the neighborhood fun.

Fun with neighbors, friends and soon-to-be husbands!

     This year we even had a LIVE band! It was pretty awesome. "Parkway Avenue" played five songs for us and were pretty good considering they've only been playing together for a few months. 

In case you didn't recognize him, Marcus is the lead singer!

     After our fun July 4th celebrating it was time to get back to reality, which meant a little shopping! Kayli and I found a great dress for Charlie to wear to the wedding reception.

She'll most likely look more like the girl on the left, with a mouthful of donuts, but we might get a cute smiling girl like the girl on the right for a few minutes if we're lucky.

     This is what I got when I asked Mark to take a photo of Greg and me to document our 22nd wedding anniversary. What a goofball!

    I finally have a helmet that fits me just right! I've been fighting a helmet that was a little too big and having one that fits is amazing. This was a perfect early anniversary gift.

Sweet husband, sweet new helmet and a sweet treat! 

     Time to put my new helmet to the test! We took a fun ride up Provo Canyon/Squaw peak, had dinner at a yummy Mexican restaurant and dessert at Dairy Queen.

Such a great way to celebrate 22 years together!

There's nothing better then a banana split from Dairy Queen!

     A fun week with lots of fun stuff and a small dent was made in wedding prep! I love summer, I love my life right now! I'm a lucky girl and life is good, for now!