Roper Clothing

While living in Colorado, Caleb and his cousins did a little modeling for a western wear company eroper.com. Caleb loved it because he got to dress up like a cowboy with real boots, belt, and hat. The online catalogue just came out with the fall line of clothing and featured my three favorite models in some of their ads. Here are a couple of shots that I love.

Backyard Fun!

Last night we set up a hammock in the yard. When we had finished, but before testing it out, Mike asked the boys if they knew the difference between a swing and a hammock. Caleb said, “A swing is fun and goes really high and a hammock is … well like a BIG swing”. Not quite Caleb! Mike explained a hammock is used for relaxing. This is his demonstration.

Blake loved rocking in the hammock. He and I relaxed while the rest of the family entertained us on the trampoline.

Michael demonstrates the trickes I don't want them trying . . . Thanks Mike! The boys think his stunts are pretty cool. I think the camera catching him mid-air is pretty cool.

Dallin's turn!

This is Dallin showing of his Kung Fu moves. Last weekend we went on a family outing to see Kung Fu Panda. I don't know who appreciated it more, the boys or their parents. We laughed through it all and our family was quoting lines from the movie the rest of the evening. It's a must see. Needless to say, Kung Fu Panda is the newest super hero in our house.

Caleb's on.

Here Caleb tries to be like Mike.

He calls this one the flying eagle.

Time to call it a night.

A Visit From the Blackburns

Steve and Kimberly visited us last week along with cute little Sienna. We had such a good time hanging out with them. One of our outings was to Sundance where we rode the lifts and took a little hike.

After this shot was taken, Kimberly, Steve, and I were looking at it on the digital camera to see if it was a keeper. While determining if we looked good or not, Caleb decided the tulips in the background definitely did look good. So pretty, he thought, a bouquet of them would make his mom happy. With a dimple and a smile he handed about ten of them to me. Without further consult on our photo, we determined it was a keeper, left the flowers where they should have been for others to enjoy (the remaining hours they could be enjoyed) and went on to our next spot.
Caleb and Dallin have been such good buddies this summer. For the past few months, while Caleb was in school, Dallin would ask regularly when the bus was coming with Caleb. He was thrilled to find out that during the summer they get to spend all day, every day together.

First Smile!

Seriously, how goofy, irresistible, and cute is this kid all at the same time. We thought we were lucky to capture this smile until we realized this little guy is all smiles. As long as he is fed, changed and awake he is willing to ham it up with any willing audience.

Blessing Day