FRYE MESA FUN

One afternoon during Spring Break Justin can home early from work and we took the kids to Frye Mesa.

From this picture you can see the trip wasn't "prefect."  But it was fun, even though Hunter did not appreciate me taking this picture of him with his line caught in the tree.

This was Silvio's first time fishing while with us.  Unfortunately he didn't even get a bite.  He said he wasn't a fan of fishing to begin with.  

We did catch a few of these little guys!

It was a fun afternoon with great cool weather.  Thanks to my mom for keeping Ella so we didn't have to worry about her and the dam.  She would have enjoyed coming but I was too worried about being so close to the dam with her and didn't want to only spend my time following her around.  So Ella stayed home and got her 3 hour nap in and we got to relax a little.

We walked over to the waterfalls.

The kids were really hoping to slide down them but the water was FREEZING and we couldn't see the path that led to the top of them.  Maybe during the summer when the watering isn't like ice we can come back up for that adventure!

The boys of course had to at least get in a little.  They were so tough and went all the way under.  And froze every second.  They didn't last long but longer then I would have.

Cool shot of the falls!

It was refreshing to hear the boys yelping as they played a little in the cold water.  It was funny to watch them and their expressions!

I love these people and am so blessed to call them my family!

Even these crazy boys in their undies!

Kiersten and Silvio opted not to get in the water.  Had they wore swim suits I think they would have.

I remember having some fun times up here as a teenager sliding down these, cliff jumping in the pond and making tin foil dinners.

We brought a crawfish trap and they kids were able to catch a few that way.  But the best way to catch them was to let Hunter try.

When he named Hunter I had no idea his name would be so fitting!  This kid can catch ANYTHING!

Since the fish weren't biting I told Kiersten and Silvio that they should at least make it look like they were for my picture!

They were being so silly but finally got REALL into it!

Wow that is one HUGE fish on the other end of their lines.

Look at how much they are straining to reel them in!

I think Silvio might have peed his pants......hahaha!  I know I about did taking their pictures.  These two were hilarious!

This is the view from the landing down the side of the dam.  The ladder/stairs are kind of creepy to get down but we did it!

It's worth the creepy walk to see the waterfall!  Even though the landing sort of feels like it might just calapse at any time. We had so much fun at Frye Mesa!  So glad Justin could take the afternoon off to join us. It was a fun drive in the Ranger and Rhino to get up there.  I'm enjoying this stay home spring break.  

Red Knolls

Today Justin decided to take the morning off, he NEVER does that, but to make the kids Soring Break fun he agreed to do it. But I was anxious about taking the kids by myself to explore Red Knolls. 

Everyone was so excited to check this place out. And I was sure glad to have Justin there and that my mom came out to watch Ella so we didn't have her to worry about. 

This is where you enter the cave. It's kind of a scary thing to climb up. 

Cool view through one of the holes in the cave. It's like a little look out! I like the perspective it gives. 

Now the cave exploring begins. You have to hunch down to walk through this area. 

This is a look down the cave. It's pretty narrow and short to walk through but that's all part of the thrill!  

The kids were all amazing by the cave exploring! 

This is the hole we climb out to get on top of Red Knolls. It's just an opening in the cave ceiling. Pretty cool! 

On top of Red Knolls is a beautiful view of the desert and farm fields. 

Once on top we hiked over to what we call The Arch. 

So grateful to be married to someone who accepts my crazy ideas. 

It really was a fun morning exploring and I was so happy to have this guy by my side. He more then made up the hours he missed this morning though. He is such a hard worker!! 

I love that even if we did go on a big Speing Break trip, that we were still able to have a great time close to home. 

This kids loves to talk!  He will carry on a conversation with anyone!  I does not matter their age. He can chat it up with 80 year old man. Or entertain a two year old. 

Look at the pretty view from the top!!!

This is where we climbed down from to get half way down the Knoll. 

Then we had to hike a tiny trail to get back down to our ranger and rhino. I have to admit watching the kids so close to drop off did cause me lots of anxiety. Plus at the top there are lots of openings that drop at least 100 feet down or probably more in some. 

Red Knolls really is a cool place. So glad it's only 10 minutes from us. It made for a great morning. 

I pretty much love any day that involves taking these toys out for a spin! 

Here is a look at Red Knolls from the bottom. 

I sure got lucky when I got this one! And when I got that photobombing Kiersten in the back ground! 

We ended our adventures with lunch at the Taylor Freeze. Then Justin headed on to work. The weather was perfect!  Nice and overcast and cool!  

Dang That Lem!

I have to say I am not a fan of the visits from Lem the Leprechaun each year! I do like that the kids know the house needs to be nice and clean or Lem can not come. 

But the part that he messes up our stuff drives me CRAZY!!

Following Lem's foot print trail and seeing the treats he has left behind is pretty fun though. 

But I am not sure it makes up for the mess. 

Lem colored our milk this year!

We all thought that was cool! 

The kids got some books, Pringles, football, propel zero, Lucky Charms cereal, candy and a few other small toys. 

I guess we are pretty lucky that Lem comes to visit after all! 

Not Sure Who's Having More Fun.....

Silvio or Ella!

But from the looks of these pictures I'd actually bet Silvio is having the most fun!

Silvio is such a great big brother!!

We love our smiling Italian boy!

Ella is not going to know what to do with herself when Silvio has to go back to Italy!

Happy St Patty's Day

May the luck of the Irish be with you!

Honestly I don't think this guy could get any cuter!!!

There REALLY Should Be RULES!

When you hired someone to come do work at your house there should be some rule that they aren't allowed to sell baby rabbits to YOUR CHILDREN!!!  Don't worry I let Brother Andy Peterson know I didnt fully appreciate him tell Grant for $5 he could come buy a rabbit from him. 

But how can I say "no" to this cute face? Plus we already had a rabbit cage and Grant had is own money. 

Ella pretty much thinks the rabbit is HERS!!!!!!!

Seriously she hates it if some else gets to hold it! She is pretty cute with it though. 

This picture cracks me up!

Can you just imagine what's going through this poor rabbits brain? 

Now I have something to harass Brother Peterson about so all in all it's okay. And we are in love with the sidewalk he put in around our backyard!!  Now the kids have a huge loop to ride bikes and scooters around!  Yay!  

Spring Break Celebration!

In honor of Spring Break beginning I decided a FEAST was necessary! 

So we had a huge feast full of snow crab legs, fried shrimp, corn and cheddar biscuits. We were glad Austen Ashby could stay for dinner. It was his first time trying crab legs and he LOVED them. 

It was a fun way to kick off Spring Break. We are having a stay at home Spring Break but that doesn't mean we won't be doing on some fun adventures. Just means they'll be close to home. The kids are looking forward to what our week entails. And honestly, so am I!