The Stache

I told Erik I would post a tribute to his mustache because I made him shave it for family pictures on Sunday... tear. He grew it for the Dirty Dash in the previous post, but then became very attached to the mustache. Every time someone complimented him on it, he was sure to tell me in hopes that I would have a change of heart in the facial hair department. Although he is always cute, what can I say - I like a clean shaven face. So, here it is, in all it's glory. 

The Season is here - GO JAZZ!!!

The Dirty Dash

A few weeks ago my husband participated in the Dirty Dash 10k race with some friends. I wasn't sure what to think of this event, but as you'll see in the pictures it definitely lives up to its name.
This is the before shot of Erik's team - mustaches were part of the uniform, according to Erik.

 I was there to cheer him on and even got an honorary team shirt, but I was more than happy to stay nice and clean on the sidelines while taking pictures.

 The Dirty Dash mascot - enough said. 

 Here he comes - now it's all making sense, right? The course is full of obstacles and mud pits. Fun, huh? Like I said, I was very happy to stay nice and clean with the spectators.

 This is the last huge mud pit after the finish line. 

The after picture:

It was quite the event. I couldn't believe how many people participated. I must say I am super proud of Erik for running a 10k. He did great! 

We're ALIVE!

I thought I'd never be one of those people who goes months without posting something on my blog, but turns out life can get super busy! I have been doing a lot of traveling with my new job and when I'm home it's nice to just spend some time with my hubby and relax. But, we have been up to some fun things over the past couple of months, so here's some catch up...if anyone still checks this blog :)


We had a lovely time in Midway over Labor Day weekend. It's rare to get most of the family up there together because of everyone's crazy schedules, and so it's nice when we can get most of the group up there at the same time (we were missing Jeff and Eliza who spent the weekend in Sun Valley and were greatly missed!)


One of the highlights was a late night trip to the Midway hot pots. We had heard about them and decided we needed to be adventurous and check them out. They are definitely H-O-T! Ryan, Emily and I found the experience to be very painful. Michael and Erik on the other hand must have a different core temperature or something, because they found the heat delightful...

Here's our attempt at a group shot, although the lighting was a little dark we were lucky to get all the kiddos to cooperate. 

THE WEDDING

We have been so busy this summer. It has been full of birthdays, graduations, new jobs... it has all gone by too fast. The highlight of the summer was my little brother's wedding. It was so much fun from beginning to end. I still can't believe my little bro is hitched, but we love Eliza so much - they are a perfect couple. 

A couple of nights before we had a dinner at the Soldier Hollow club house in Midway. It was a great night, full of surprises. The two highlights were a song that my brother wrote about Eliza and that fact that neither of them eat fruit and then Jeffrey lip synced a song for Eliza. Good times! So, here goes...

This is not the best picture by a long shot, but it's the only one I have of Erik in his cute outfit :)

 Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Monson. We love you two!

4th of July

We had a great 4th of July weekend in Midway. Love this country. Love my family. Life is good!

 Cutest 4th of July baby girl award? I think so!

Fun with sparklers, glow sticks and a fireworks - all from the comfort of my parent's back porch. Such a fun night.