Anna had a birthday party with some girls from her school and primary class on Friday. We had a lot of fun making crowns, playing games, and of course eating ice cream cake cupcakes.

As I mentioned before, while we were in WY we traveled on a helicopter from Sheridan to Casper. Cary Brus, a Despain family friend, was the one who set the whole thing up and he sent us some pictures he took with his cell phone. It was a fun ride, but next time I think I will see if they can turn off Andrew's sound on his microphone - he was having a little too much fun talking to us all.

First Day of School

Andrew and Anna both started school on Monday, August 18th. Andrew is going to WizKidz preschool (hence the shirt) and Anna started the 1st grade. They both love school and have great teachers.

Anna is also excited to be finally playing soccer with just girls. The last 2 years she had to play on coed teams, but once you are in 1st grade they have a league just for girls.



Anna turned 6 on August 25th! We had a family birthday party for her since everyone was here for my brother Craig's wedding.





Finally, Andrew's latest obsession has been Larry Boy from Veggie Tales. Anna had some friends over and they were playing dress up and Andrew wanted to dress up too. This is the best I could do for a Larry Boy costume on the spur of the moment.

Whenever we are in San Diego, we make sure and go to the dentist - Dr. D.Max (Danny's brother). Anna had a tooth that was not doing good, so it had to be pulled. Anna was so good even though she was scared. She was excited to loose her first tooth and get a visit from the tooth fairy.

Another highlight from the summer is swimming lessons. Anna and Andrew both love the water, so swimming lessons is very fun for them. They both did a great job in their classes.





We also just got back from a fun 2 week trip to Wyoming. We went up to Sheridan to see where my dad has been working the last year. He has a pond full of fishes right out his backyard, so Anna and Andrew loved to go fishing.





The highlight of the trip was being able to fly back to Casper in a helicopter. Of course, we did not have a camera with us, but there were a lot of other people taking pictures, so maybe I can get a hold of them and post them later. It was a blast to ride in the helicopter, I wouldn't mind using that form of transportation more often.

One of the highlights of our summer is our trip to San Diego July 4th through the 12th. It was so much fun to see family and friends, play at the beach, go to Legoland for free, and enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather. Here are some pictures that highlight our trip.

Anna playing with her good friend Victoria Hunt. We also got to be there for the blessing of Tyler Hunt. We had so much seeing the Hunt's and playing with them.



Poor Andrew can't keep a pair of swim shorts on.

Anna and Andrew love the beach. I think the beach might be the thing I miss most about San Diego. They always have so much fun, it is so relaxing for me, and it is free!



Andrew and Danny on a ride at Legoland.



Anna showing her driving skills on the road. Andrew still needs to work on his driving skills. Luckily they have a worker that will set you back on course which service Andrew used quite extensively. He was cute, every time he couldn't move he would say, "I have a flat tire!" and the helper would quickly come and set him back on the road.



This picture cracks me up. I love Anna's pose in the back!





I am always amazed at the things they can create out of Lego's. There are some very talented and creative people out there.

Here are some of the things we have been up to since my last post.

Anna at her end of the year party at school. Anna loved her first year of school. She loved her teacher, Mrs. Willcocks. Here she is with two of her friends from class (Ashley and Maritza).



Andrew and Anna getting ready for the children's 4th of July parade. They marched with the library again and wore their summer reading program shirts. We love the Provo Library, it is a beautiful building and has by far the best children's program around.

Danny walked with kids this year since the parade was on a Saturday. He was even able to get a

free t-shirt and 2 popsicles out of it. Anna and Andrew loved being in the parade!











As part of Provo's Freedom Festival around the 4th of July, they have alot of fun activities including colonial days. They have people dressed up from that time period and have booths and activities. Anna and Andrew liked playing with the toys children played with during that time period. Anna liked watching them make candles and Andrew loved pretending that he was steering a ship.

Andrew's 3rd Birthday





Andrew had a great 3rd birthday. We did a birthday brunch that was delicious with family. He got a train set from Grandma and Papa which he loves and some more cars to play with and carry around in his backpack.



I caught Andrew chugging chocolate syrup, he got the syrup out of the fridge and started drinking away.

Graduation