Glacier National Park

Yesterday we took a family trip to Glacier National Park. The park is only about 45 minutes away from the town in Montana we are currently staying. Keith has been dying to go to Glacier so we decided it was the perfect Saturday activity. When we arrived in the park they were waving cars on through because it was getting to congested and blocking intersections so we didn't have to pay the $25 fee to get in! That made the trip even better. The highlight of the trip was probably going up the going-to-the-sun road. It's the longest road ever up a mountain and it literally looks like you're driving to the sun because it keeps going up. We saw some some gorgeous views, mountains, & lakes. I gotta say that I love Yellowstone but Glacier is BEAUTIFUL! I guess both parks have their own beauty. We saw some animals but not a ton because we were out during the heat of the day and that's when the animals are hiding to escape the heat. It was an awesome trip and I'm so glad we were so close to be able to experience this beauty!

Lake McDonald

McDonald Falls

Not gonna lie this made me a little nervous

Lovin' the view

You could rent these cute long cars to drive the going-to-the-sun road

Mountain goats!

The boy who lived....

Seven years ago today my love fell off a 40 ft. cliff onto rocks and LIVED! Now who can say they've survived that?? Doctors told him they didn't know if he'd be able to walk, run or enjoy things like he used to, but he beat the odds and proved that he can do those things. I'm so blessed to have met him and am so thankful to the Lord that he survived that fall so he could come into my life and make me truly happy. I'm grateful that I also have Carson because of him. I know miracles happen, my husband is proof.

Lake Time

It was a hot day, we grabbed our suits, got in the truck and headed to the lake for some summer fun. One of my favorite things about summer is going to the lake. Growing up in Idaho means swimming in lakes or pools, no beach here. Sometimes I wish we lived near a beach and think Keith's parents live in the ideal spot in Jersey, not too far from the shore, but I love swimming in a big ol' lake too. We found a lake a few miles from the hotel we're staying at here in MT. Gotta say MT is one beautiful state.

We ended the night with applebees 2 for $20. I'm loving the fiesta lime chicken. We also watched Hunger Games. Honestly, neither of us were fans of the movie, too violent and sad, but then again we haven't read the books so we're not huge fans to begin with.

Growing Up

My little man is growing up so fast right before my eyes! It seems like he's always doing or learning something new. Here are some things he does that I love---

Waves bye-bye
Loves clapping, esp when we say "yay!"
Says hi, thank you, daddy, and mommy most frequently
Loves calling daddy and saying "hi, hi, hi, hi"
Loves playing with mommy or daddys phones and texting random people
Feeding mommy his food
Loves throwing anything in the toilet (ok I don't love this one at all but he does)
Understands me when I say, "go get your shoes," or "can you throw this away,"and will do it for me
Loves copying whatever Keith or I do- like putting lotion on his legs like mommy, shaving his legs in the shower with his hand when I do, blowing on his own food when it's hot, or brushing his teeth when mom and dad do
He loves oranges, yogurt, hashbrowns, eggs, pasta, fries (we don't get them to him often but he sure loves them), and CHERRIOS. Man he loves his cherrios.
Loves being independent when we take walks or go to the park by walking/running by himself and getting up on the slides all by himself
He loves anything and everything WATER- swimming, baths, showers, water water water
Loves napping next to daddy or mommy
Hates shopping with mommy
Is climbing up on everything and getting into everything
Thinks he's so funny when we tell him not to do something and he does it over and over
Loves giving hugs and kisses
We sure love this sweet little boy and feel so lucky to have him in our lives

He's so big! ah!

Ridin' the tire swing. Reminds me of my childhood

I just love this boy

Wasn't sure what to think of the ducks

He wasn't sure if he liked the merry-go-round

Love playin' with this little one

Happy Anniversary!

Today marks the 38th Wedding Anniversary for my parents, Ray and Brenda Lewis.  I'm blessed to have such wonderful, dedicated and loving parents.  

Here's a little spotlight on them. 

My Father was born in Payette, Idaho and grew up in Boise/Eagle, Idaho.  He grew up with  4 brothers and 3 sisters in his family. 

 

At the age of 16, he was baptized into the church, along with some of his brothers and sisters. He served a mission in Peru at age 19.  Learning Spanish on his mission influenced him to further his study of it at BYU where he received both a bachelor's and master's degree. He taught Jr. High - High School Spanish until he retired in 2004.  He loves huckleberry pie, prime rib, and reading. My Dad really knows how to budget, is very organized, and is a great teacher. He is very hardworking, faithful, with such a strong testimony and an amazing knowledge of the gospel!






My Mother was born in Soda Springs, Idaho and raised in Montpelier, Idaho.  She has 2 sisters and 2 brothers. 

She seved a mission to Madrid, Spain and graduated from BYU with a bachelor's in Child Development.  She loves yogurt, writing, reading, and holistic medicine/health. She always has an interesting story to tell. She is the epitome of patience! She is hardworking, loving, caring and unselfish, and always serving those around her.  

My parents met at BYU (how often do you hear that?) However, in this case, my Dad was the teacher, and my mom was his student.  It wasn't until after the semester was over that they begin corresponding (mostly via letters).  They were married towards the end of that summer on this day, August 20th, in the year 1974.

They are the proud parents of 15 children and soon-to-be 33 grandchildren.

In May of this year, they received their mission call to serve in the South America Northwest Area Mission. They currently live in Lima, Peru! They arrived two days ago after being in the MTC for 5 days.  They are both excited for the work they will be doing for the next 18 months.

HAPPY 38th ANNIVERSARY Mom and Dad!