4th of July Weekend-Norr's Come to Visit

The Norr's were here Tuesday night to Sunday morning. We enjoyed the 4th of July festivities and boating. It was full of drama and stress/anxiety. I don't really want to rehash the situation but I know its something I never want to do again and I was so relived and happy when Sunday morning came. Luckily throughout the weekend Matt and I had things planned for just our little family. On Thursday I went to a freezer meal class with Teann and it was so fun and Im excited to start cooking the meals. See pictures below for Friday fun. 

 Friday afternoon Matt went to SWAT training for work with clients and loved it

 As soon as he got home Friday we went to the NICU reunion at the Roy Aquatic Center. It was so fun popcorn, icees, and cotton candy and swam our hearts out until they kicked us out for closing. It was definitely a highlight in the weekend. The girls loved meeting the princesses and super heros.

 It was a fun night and a break from the drama. Im not sure where my relationship stands particularly with my mom but only time will tell. Maybe once sometime passes I will add the details of the weekend but for now is not the time....just not ready and trying to move past it

Happy 4th of July

The 4th of July in Huntsville is so fun and just a small town awesome celebration. This year my parents decided to join us. The girls were so excited to wear their flip shirts and to get candy at the parade. They looked so cute in all their red, white, and blue.  

 

 After the parade we walked over to the park and they had some super fun games. Once we were hot we went to get slushies and watch the lawn mower races.

 

  About 2pm we were hot and ready for lunch so we headed home to the a/c. All my girls love Sofie and she is liking them more all time now that he knows they will be nice to her.

   Papa took the kids on some four wheeler rides and they loved that

 The adults hit the volleyball around the backyard but I was happy watch from my lawn chair after running around and playing host all day

 My mom took some pictures for us but they are all blurry I am disappointed but what do you do

 When dark came the glow sticks came out and the heat was gone. We enjoyed the peaceful quiet night. Later we roasted smores while watching the fireworks. It was a fun but long day. My body just doesn't do as well running around as usual so I was glad to go to bed.

At this point I think we have found that the 4th in Huntsville is where we want to be and at the end of the day the most important thing to me is my little family.

Lava Hot Springs

 Lava was on the calendar as part of the girls Christmas gift. We set a date several months ago and when the day came the girls were so excited. It was the first longer trip we had taken with the new Yukon and it worked great. The girls loved the dvd players and Matt and I were able to adjust the sound to the back so we could visit. We packed lunch and ton of snacks so no one went hungry. The girls quickly ate their lunch since they were dying to get into the water.

 Chris and Krissy joined us. It was fun for Matt and Chris to take the girls to the slides while Krissy and I swam with Em and Eden. The girls also loved the diving boards

 

 

 

It was a great time and at the end of the day we were ready to be home. Sunned out and tired we made our way home. I love the gift from Christmas that is allowing us to make memories all year long.

Fun in the Sun ALL Day

Tuesday morning Nic came up so the kids could play and we could catch up. It was so fun and the kids had a great time. After lunch and some more playing we had to clean up and leave to get to swim lessons just in time.

 After swim lessons Britt had invited us to North Shore. Matt was out of town but I figured we would be ok. It was so fun and the weather was perfect.

 

 

 

  We had cookies for dessert and then called it a night. 

Once we got back to Britt's we decided to take Lyv and Kaylee home with us to have a sleep over although by the time we got home and bathed it was straight to bed at 11pm. It was an exhausting fun day. The girls were so good and I love watching them experience life

Gracie's Parade and Matt & Nick in Cananda

This year was in that we had dance thru June. It made for a couple crazy days but it was fun for Gracie. The weekend Matt went to Canada for the car was her last event of being in the Pleasant View Parade. She was excited to get to ride on the float. I was nervous to let my little girl go alone but she did great. 

 After I dropped Gracie off to Brit the other girls and I went to find a place to sit and watch. The girls were super excited to see her and catch candy.

 Hallie is the ultimate helper. It has been so nice with me not feeling good that she is happy to help when needed. I just don't want her to ever feel like she always has to help. Im so grateful for her and I try to make sure to let her know that all the time

 While we were at the parade the boys were headed home from Canada but first made a stop at the first temple in Canada.

  After the parade we had lunch and hung out at Nick & Brits's. After awhile the kids started fighting and only wanted to play on electronics so we packed up and headed for home but even when they were done with each other they still needed to give hugs goodbye that turned into this.

 Although fun Im glad that dance is over for the summer and to just enjoy our summer days