FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR THIS GUY

AND BOY IS HE READY!!!!! (OR MOM MAYBE)

Evan is so smart and I'm not just saying that because he's mine but he really is a very smart little boy.  Preschool is so good for him.  It gives him a chance to challenge himself and learn new things.  He's my quirky little guy and I'm so proud of his growth thus far.
(Collierville Presbyterian Day School with Ms. Beth and Ms. Sally)

BACK TO SCHOOL HAIRCUT

The pictures speak for themselves haha!!!

DELTA FAIR

It was as hot as it could possibly be but the girls had a great time.  We were excited to have AnnaGrace Brietenberg and Rebecca Schweitzer join us. Both friends of Ryleigh's from dance.

 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL-AUGUST 2014

The summer fun has come to an end.  We made some great memories but Mom is ready for some routine back in our lives.  Carson is headed off to the big High School, Cara 5th grade and Ryleigh 4th Grade.  Cara will have Mrs. McCallie and Ryleigh was lucky enough to get the new male teacher, Mr. Asbury.  Here's to a great school year!

UTAH SUMMER VACATION-JULY 2014

Ryleigh took us (and his dog Ellie) on a hike up to a water hole.  My girls were heaven.  Not a whole lot of hiking in Memphis.

My Mom was able to get us tickets to go see the Mormon Tabernacle choir summer concert.  So fun to be able to take my girls to temple square for such great entertainment. One of their favorite parts was sitting on the exact bench that Dave purposed to me on.  Pretty cool memory for them.

Cousin time is the best time......We took a trip down to City Creek and Temple Square.  I love being a tourist in my own home town. 

Grandma Shauna took the kids to Cowabunga waterpark.  It was a hot day (no humidity though yay) but the kids didn't mind.  All they need is a little water and eachother.

We were so lucky to be able to spend the 24th of July weekend up at Bear Lake with all of our Hooper family.  We had a blast!!!  My mom and dad rented a cabin, we went boating and played on the beach all day.  It was so fun to be able to catch up with family that I haven't had the chance to see for a long time.  We even got to celebrate Ryleigh's 9th Birthday at the lake. 

These two........

What's a summer vacation without Lagoon!!!  Grandma and Grandpa treated these kiddos to a super fun day.  We had a little rain but not enough to damage our spirits.  And I must certainly say that these kids looked pretty darn stylish.....It's like an Under Armour ad haha!

My Utah girls.....I've been blessed with some great friends.  I love getting together with my old Bounty Cove girls and High School friends.  Nothing ever changes!

We had an amazing summer vacation.  Thanks to grandma for always treating us to the best!

DESTIN, FLORIDA

FAMILY FUN AND DANCE NATIONALS

 Big Kahuna's.  Such a fun waterpark.  There was so much to do and lots of fun slides.

 Dad and Carson on their fishing cruise.  They had a great time.  There was a little nausea but lots of fish, making it worth it.  So glad they were able to have that memory together.

 Eating at the Pier-yum, yum!

 A little more Big Kahuna fun!

 Hanging at the Destin Pier.  Food, shopping, fireworks and zip lining for the girls.

 Beachin' it!

 Food, food and more food!

 Amongst all of the fun we managed to get a lot of dancing in too.  Ryleigh did awesome! I was so proud of her.  She placed 3rd overall for her solo.  Not bad for her first time competing solo.  Her groups did great too.  Her jazz even got a Krystal wahoo!

We had a great time in Destin.  We can now say we have experienced the "Redneck Riviera" and I must say I get why the Southerners choose to travel nowhere but the BEACH!

HE MADE IT!!!!!

Carson made the Collierville High School baseball team. (that's about as excited of a face that he makes when he's excited haha).  There was never any doubt in my mind but the amount of stress that filled my body was exhausting.  I was more nervous than he was by far.  He did a great job at tryouts.  Every single kid from his Dragons competitive team made the team.  This is what he has been working towards for years.  I can't wait to see what the big bad world of high school ball has in store for him.  Love you bud!!!!  #20 forever