Wilson Crew

I love going home. I love the excitement of seeing everyone after such a long time away. I love seeing every one of my nieces and nephews and how much they have changed and grown since I saw them last. I love seeing my sisters because I miss them so much being so far away. I love seeing my parents. I love the smells and the familiarity of it all, even after a few months. There is nothing better than seeing Aiden reunite with his cousins. They are so excited to see each other.

We got to visit Utah for a few weeks before we were meeting up with Trent's family for a reunion in Island Park, ID. It was such a great time. We had play dates, went swimming, went out to eat, hiked to Stewart Falls, met our new nephew MacKay, had a wedding shower for my cousin, got my hair done by the best beautician ever (Amy. NO one can color my hair like she can), went to Seven Peaks, watched baseball games and had Sienna's first birthday party. As usual, it was a lot of things packed in to a short amount of time, but it was so great. I love being home.

America the Beautiful

Ahhh, my favorite holiday. I LOVE the 4th of July!!! This year we hung out with our "Texas" family, the Hickson's. We have gone there for the past few years because we love them and their parties. We went to their house for swimming, bbqing, eating and hanging out. I made homemade ice cream for everyone and we all filled up on bbq and other tasty dishes. We had a blast swimming. Sienna got into an ant pile and got bit all over her feet and legs, but didn't even cry. I thought she was covered in mud from stepping on the grass, but they were ants. Thank goodness they have a shower, so I just rushed her over and rinsed her off. I hate ants. They are one of the worst things about Texas.

After a big day of eating and swimming we came home, gave the kids naps, and headed back out for fireworks at a park near our house. As we were leaving, we had the misfortune of backing up into a mailbox and shattering our back window. I was leaving for Utah in two days so I had to get that replaced the next day. Not the way to go out with a bang. Even so, I love this holiday. I love the traditions we do every year and the new ones we make along the way.

Summer Time and The Livin is Easy

It's no secret how much I love summer. It is the best time of the year, the time when I am happiest and this summer was no exception. We went swimming every day, sometimes twice a day. That's pretty much all you can do to burn some energy when Texas is going through a heat wave. It was a very hot summer. I think we set a record for the number of days over 100 degrees..70 days. That's crazy. But you aren't going to hear me complaining. Our days consisted of swim lessons (for two weeks), swimming, lunch, naps, and cleaning house, dinner and the occasional coaching. It was great. Aiden has become quite the swimmer, moving up a couple of classes in his swim lessons and he still wasn't that challenged, but it was fun for him. Here are some random pics of summer living.

Father's Day!!

I love Father's Day! It is such a great reminder of the wonderful Father's and Grandfather's in my life. I am so grateful for my dad, who is my hero. I look up to him so much. He is the greatest and I'm so glad my kids will get to know him and how awesome he is. I am also so grateful for Trent's dad. He is such a great example of how to live and be selfless. He has raised the greatest father, Trent and I love him for it.

This year for Father's Day, I made Trent his favorite dinner of roast and mashed potatoes and rolls. We hung out as a family, took naps and just enjoyed our time together. Trent is such an amazing father. He loves his kids so much! He gets so excited to tell me stories about them and is never put out by them. He helps me so much and is such a hands on dad. He truly loves spending time with me and the kids and has made that a priority. I appreciate him so much. I don't know how I could do it without him. He comes home from work and starts cleaning or helping take care of the kids without me ever having to ask. He is the greatest husband and father and we are so lucky to have him. We love you!

Happy Birthday to me!

The big 27! I had an awesome birthday this year. Trent let me sleep in, and then made me an awesome breakfast. We went to lunch at one of my favorite pizza places with Todd and Abby and then went swimming. That night we went on a date. We went out to eat with Hugh and Caitlin and saw the movie Thor. Such a great day filled with good food and people I love. Later, we had a party so I could keep on with the tradition of having chicken fajitas and homemade strawberry ice cream every year for my birthday. Trent made me a delicious cake. He is the Best! Here's to another great year!