Red Rock Lake

Last Saturday, we decided to explore Colorado a little. We wanted to do a 2 mile hike to Lake Isabelle, however, when we got to the park entrance, the park ranger said there were 6-8 foot snow drifts on the trail and about 20 feet of snow in the camp ground. We didn't come prepared with our snow shoes that are still at the store, so we turned around and did some shorter hikes at lower elevation. There was still snow on the trail in spots, but nothing like what we would've encountered. It was just fun being outside exploring. We found several lakes, swamps, somebody's tarp - lean-to house, and an old chimney from what looked like someone's living quarters long time ago. It was a lot of fun. Molly had a great time and didn't mind being in the back-pack at all. She even fell asleep right at the end..........something she NEVER does.

First stop was Boulder Falls. Really pretty, but very small and a very easy hike. In fact, we could see the falls from the road. We went by ourselves, so we had to get individual shots with Molly and the water behind.
Here is a part of our snow-packed trail.
This is what they call Red Rock Lake. Not sure why. We didn't see too many red rocks. But, nonetheless, it was still pretty. Molly is showing off her baby pine cone.

Molly's favorite thing to do around water is throw rocks into it. She and Scott spent quite a while finding more rocks......BIG ones and little ones. Then it was mom's turn to find things to throw in.

Family photo. We found a nice rock for our tripod.

Father's Day is Sweet

Little delayed on posting Father's Day, but better late than never. This is the gift Molly got Scott. Can you believe it? She earned her own $$ for it and everything. Anyway, it's a Jig Saw so he can make her a bed before her little brother comes and steals her crib.

More of Hudson's Birthday

The other day when I was posting this, I wanted to post a few more photos, but for some reason it was all jacked up. So, here are a few more.

Birthday boy with the chair we got him. Molly has a pink one that matches. We hope to go camping with them soon so they can use their chairs.

Little bubble fun. The kids, of course loved the bubbles and it was nice to not be in our own home for the soap on the carpet purpose.

Scott was having fun trying to catch pictures of the bubbles I was blowing. We couldn't get any to have both of us in focus.

Hudson's 2nd Birthday

Molly's good little buddy, Hudson, had his 2nd Birthday party on Saturday. It was a safari theme. We had a lot of fun. Good food, great cake, and a really fun game of finding different safari animals.

Molly helped find the lion and obviously didn't want to let go.

Molly and Evy helped Hudson open every present. Good thing he didn't mind too much. Notice Molly's digging for something?

Just another hat day

Molly still loves putting things on her head. She was being so silly with this bucket. She has pretty much packed it around all day, wearing it on her head, putting grapes or fruit snacks in it, or just packing toys in it.

Practice

Today we got to babysit friend, Courtney Moses' little 10wk old baby. It was so much fun. Molly loved every minute of it and was right there by my side to help. While I was feeding Lindsay, Molly sat right beside me drinking her own cup. Then when it was time to change her diaper, Molly was right there letting me know where he nose was and her eyes. She would just sit and pretend she was telling her something.......or maybe she was telling her something and only the two of them could understand. She was thrilled to get to hold Lindsay and the second I picked her up, Molly threw herself on the couch and started crying saying she wanted to hold her. It was pretty cute. Lets just hope she is this loving and kind when her little brother comes along.

Loves giving kisses and hugs!!

Molly's Faces

This isn't the best example of her faces, but it was all she would give us the other night.

Devils Head Camping Trip

We went camping this weekend. We were surprised to realize that this was Molly's first camping trip. We went with some friends from our ward who knew of a great spot not far from home. We set up camp around 3:00 pm then went on a hike. Molly finally likes (tolerates) her back pack.

Here we are resting before we hit the stairs!

143 Steps to the top.

This tower is still in use as a fire lookout. The gentleman working that day was almost as old as the building itself, and was on his 24th summer of manning the post. He was a typical "Forest Service" guy who looked like he could play Santa in his off season.

Molly didn't like the wind too much.

Molly did really well. Here she is exploring our camp site. She loved climbing on the "huge" rocks, and jumping (stepping) off. She also loved her Molly-sized mummy bag and slept well despite the cold. She did end up in our sleeping bag 1/2 way through the night.

My girls!

Molly also loved throwing rocks in the little stream by our camp site.

Guess it's the Indian Blood in Me!

You Are Pocahantas!

Free-spirited and wise. You have a strong passionate spirit that touches and changes all who know you. The wisdom and common sense that you have is really what guides you through life. Even so, you also have a very playful side that loves adventure and excitement.

http://www.greatestjournal.com/quiz.bml?Q=16354">Which Disney Princess Are You?

Cute pics

These pictures were taken at the birthday party as well. My darling little family!
Furture Hockey Player! Scott was brain-washing her the other day when they were watching Hockey together. He was teaching her that her favorite sport was , "Hockey"! Pretty cute!Molly likes to sit right in the middle of these things and not allow anyone else to enjoy the toy. She's in for a real treat with #2 coming..............we hope sharing is not a problem.

Birthday Friend

May 24 we went to Payton's 2yr birthday party. This is one of Molly's little buddies. They actually get along really well. Molly being the first child and Payton being the 6th. You can't tell from the photo, but Molly really does love Payton. They are just 3 mo apart. Molly has a long ways to go with the hair growth.
Scott roughing it up with the boys.

Prince Charming

Looking at Lisa's blog, I can't compare darling pictures, but I can update. I was looking at ours thinking it's been way too long.

I think I mentioned this before, but Molly LOVES being without clothes. She's really started taking a liking to her doll and frog. She packs them around most of the time. A few weeks ago, she was without clothes and carrying this frog around when all of the sudden she started giving big hugs and kisses to it. So, we got out the carmera and encouraged her more, of course. Maybe she really was hoping he'd turn into a handsom prince. Maybe it'll happen in about 25 yrs.

Needless to say, she was pretty cute and I just wanted to post something. These were the most recent photos. Better get out the camera again.......or go on vacation!

New found toy

I came into the kitchen the other day to find this. Molly sitting in a plastic mixing bowl. Of course she wouldn't smile, but she was enjoying herself. There are two bowls, one slightly larger than the other. Of the two, she chose the smaller. I suppose she fit better in it? She's always coming up with new things and causing us to laugh pretty hard.

From This to That Again

For those of you who haven't seen me in a while, just thought I'd post some pregnancy photos. Especially to all those who say I'm not showing much, now I am. No more hiding it. It's amazing to me how much one person can grow in such a short period of time. Some times, it's not that fun looking back on "this" photos. I just hope I can get some of the "this" back some day. It's all worth it though I suppose!

12 weeks along23 weeks along and Mother's Day!

And they say starting from now, the baby doubles in size. What does that mean for me? AHHHHH!!!!!