Black Canyon Reservior

On Saturday, June 23rd, we headed to Emmett (by Boise) for Chad's work party. They were celebrating 20 years in business, so they had a big party to celebrate it. The kids thought it was the greatest place on earth. It was pretty cold in the morning, so we didn't have our swim suits on, but as soon as Owen saw the water, we had to put his suit on as fast as possible. I could barely get any sunscreen on him before he headed in the water. The kids played until about 1:00 and then they were so tired. It was a good thing that Chad's brother and sister-in-law live in Emmett. They just came and picked up the kids and took them to their house for a nap. Claire thought it was so much fun to be with Aunt Shanna that she didn't take a nap. (Thanks Trevor and Shanna - we appreciate it). Chad loved water skiing but Claire didn't like watching that so much. She kept yelling at him to get back into the boat. It's so funny how much she likes to take care of everyone else. After the party we went to Trevor and Shanna's house for a little BBQ, and then the kids and I loaded up and headed to my parents house. I figured I was already halfway there, so I might as well make the trip.

Top Left: Owen with his cousin Katelyn (sorry if I spelled that wrong). Her dad works for American too, so they were at the part with us. Top Right: Owen loved the water, but he just wouldn't stop eating the sand. I don't think he enjoyed it that much. Left: Claire thinks that sticks are the greatest toys. I was so proud of her because she actually got in the water. That is a major feat for her!

Chad and Claire in the boat.




April and Owen in the boat. Owen will definitely be a water skier one day, he loved it!

Girl's Camp

There is a reason I haven't posted anything for awhile. I have had a crazy two weeks. The first week started off with 's camp, then a trip to Boise for a company party, followed by a week at my parents house. I promise I haven't been slacking. We have just been having a ton of fun. I had the wonderful opportunity of going to 's camp. I have to say that I wasn't that excited, but it was tons of fun. I only went for 2 days, and 1 night. It was a good thing I was only there one night. Another leader and I stayed up till 1:30 talking - longer than the s were awake. It made me feel young again. We have a great bunch of s. Camp was at a place called Chesterfield which was an old Mormon community that they are restoring. It was very interesting. I was a little worried when they told us there were mosquitoes, ticks and leeches, but it was much better than anticipated. You should all visit Chesterfield if you get the chance, it is really neat place full of history.

We did a service project while we were there. We helped clean off bricks from their old school house so they could rebuild it. It was messy work, but we had a lot of fun.Hanging around the campfire.




Some s showing off their muscles.

Father's Day

We spent Father's Day with Chad's parents in Firth. All of the family came (who lived close by), and we had a great time. Along with Father's Day we celebrated birthdays. Chad's dad, his sister Jeanna and I all have birthdays within a week of each other. Jeanna and I turned the big 30! It doesn't feel any different does it Jeanna? Here are a few pictures to highlight our day.

Claire decorated these brownies for her dad, and also made one for papa. I think she ate more M&M's than she put on the brownies, but she had a lot of fun.

Chad's dad

Owen discovered that grandma has all kinds on fun bowls to put on his head. That was his favorite part about the day. Don't worry grandma, he just had his bath so they are still clean!

Women's Weekend 2007

Once a year the Farmer women try to get together for our annual Women's Weekend. We had to skip last year since we all had small babies, but we were back at it again last weekend. Everyone actually came to Pocatello this year, and we had a fun time. Mom brought Cody, Amber and Brittany, so Claire had a playmate, and we all had a babysitter - thank you Amber. On Friday we got to attend a session at the temple and get a little shopping in. Cody needed a few more maternity clothes. You start showing very quick when number 5 is on the way. Then we had a fun card making night. Saturday we got to attend Time Out for Women, which was wonderful. You laugh and cry, but come out feeling really good about yourself. Finally on Sunday we relaxed a little bit and just enjoyed each others company.Claire and Brittany enjoying a movie.
Cody, Jean Wilson and Shana Atkinson enjoying a night of friendship and card making.

Heather and April acting goofy, what else.

Claire and Brittany riding the bike. I think Brittany has it made.

Aaron, Heather and Lilly relaxing with root beer floats.

Amber and mom

Chad and April enjoying the sun.

Favorite Things

There are a few things that our kids like around our house, here are a few. This dog, yes with a pink bow, is Owen's favorite toy. He will carry this thing everywhere. I'm not quite sure how he discovered it, but he loves it. I promise I have many boy appropriate stuffed animals around the house, but he has taken to doggie, as we call it. He loves to sit and give his doggie hugs and kisses. We have had to wash doggie quite a few times already.

Claire discovered one day that at the very bottom of her princess trunk was a pair of earrings (clip on of course). She wore these things all day! She even had me do her hair all up so people could see them. She went to the library, park and store with them on. She definetly felt like a princess.

The Zoo

This summer we decided to get a season pass to the Pocatello Zoo. It is not the biggest zoo, but the kids just like to go and see the animals. It is a nice break from the park too. They have a class for kids each Tuesday, and Claire loves to go and hear stories about animals. Owen just likes to see any animal. He is becoming very good at his animal sounds. Claire petting a baby rabbit after a class.

Claire with her friends Kylan and Alex looking at the cougars. They were having their lunch, and the kids thought it was great. Although I think they just liked hanging on the bars.

Claire and Owen enjoying a day at the zoo.

Caribbean Cruise

In March, yes it was awhile ago, my parents took Chad and I on a Caribbean cruise!!! It was so much fun. People have been asking for some pictures, so I thought I would share a few. We had so much fun!! We can hardly wait for the next cruise. Thanks mom and dad. To the left is a picture of us at Walt Disney World. We went a day early and got to spend a fun filled day, without children, at the Magic Kingdom. It was a blast. Chad has never been to Disneyland, so he was amazed by all the different lands.

Our first stop on the cruise was Nassau, Bahamas. We stopped on a Sunday so we decided not to get into the water. Instead we rented scooters (picture on the left). It was so fun. I thought my mom was going to break my dad's arm because she got nervous quite a bit. We decided next time that the girls need their own scooter.

We stopped in St. Thomas next. Chad got to go snorkeling for the first time. We took a little boat out to the only underwater national park. The water was beautiful.

Our last stop was St. Maarten, where we spent a day on the beach. I love this boogey boarding picture of Chad because it makes me think of James Bond or something. I have to say that I miss the sun.

We had two formal nights on the cruise. It was so nice to dress up for dinner, and know that I might come home clean. You know no spills, or kid smears all over myself. It was such a relaxing time. Chad especially enjoyed the all you could eat pizza and ice cream 24/7. We would recommend a cruise to anyone. Does anyone want to go with us in a couple of years? I promise that after about 10 minutes, you won't miss your kids. We didn't!