Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Heavenly Idaho


James' bridge jump!

David LOVES the water!

Hilarious! Cousins Rylen & David sportin' goggles (and underoos)


The men replacing broken boards on the dock

David loves Daddy's pancakes

Mommy & Steven going for a ride

James & I loved our tube ride

Captain Steven

David's favorite thing... pushing Mom & Dad off the dock

Sisters... Ange & I

David & Daddy going for a ride

Sweet Steven

Not a good idea to wait until naptime for a family picture

My parents with my nieces and nephews
Oh, what a wonderful trip to Idaho we had! Our family was able to go for 10 days, and it was so worth it. This year, we were able to introduce my family to beautiful Coeur d'Alene! It was so fun to share what has become such a special place for James & I, with my family. My parents were able to relax more than I have seen them in years! And it was so nice to watch all my nieces and nephews enjoy each other's company, without the distraction of facebook, cell phones and other forms of communication with the outside world. It was an exciting (yet relaxing) week of wakeboarding, kayaking, waverunning, jumping off the dock, reading in the hammock, night boat rides, bridge jumping, too much eating, game-playing, visiting and loving. We even did our share of maintenance at the house and everyone had a great attitude. We replaced boards on the dock, bought & replaced the dock stairs, pulled weeds, swept stairs, cleaned windows, gutters... all in 2 hours! It's amazing what you can do when you've got the man-power with happy hearts! :) We also got to visit with James' Nana & Papa, The Old Man (love you Grandpa Warren) and Grandma Ann, Grandmama Mary, Aunt Peggy & Uncle Neil. We definitely made the most of our 10 days. We have tons of pictures, so enjoy!

A big thanks to James' dad & Gloria for letting us take over the lakehouse for the week. It is such a beautiful home filled with breathtaking views and wonderful memories. It truly is heaven on Earth.

2 comments:

Steve and Gloria said...

We are so glad you all had such a wonderful time! We want to thank everyone who helped with maintenance work. Your pictures told the whole story of the time you had with so much fun, laughter, love and great family time! One of life's wonderful treasures...to be with family and have so much fun with them!

Jenny said...

Keri- I finally got the whole Harrison story from james last night- BUMMER. But an experience right? One to remember:) I thought the double tube wasn't working....glad it worked out! Next year, WE are going together. The kids are so cute. Your parents look so young with what looks like their kids in the family picture...their grandkids:). Enjoy the time in slc with your fam this week!