2018 Pumpkin Invite

We were off to Ceder City for their CSC Pumpkin Invite Swim Meet.  The last meet we attended in Cedar City was the Summer Games during Long Course Season.  This was going to be a lot different in Short Course Season.  Ryder & I headed off with full bellies, snacks, and a lot of sunshine.

Goofy kid poising for the picture.

First observation the pool is a lot smaller.  This will be so easy....

Waiting for his event to start.
Just a reminder to swim clean their are 3 officials on lane 1.

Crazy boy!!!
It cooled down and he thought it felt great.

We finished early on Friday which was perfect.  We had to be back there nice and early in the morning.  Warm ups are scheduled for 8:00.

He has his events.

Hanging together and swapping stories

Dave was trying to get the internet to listen to General Conference.  The concrete building was causing havoc and everyone trying to use it for meet results nothing was working.  10:30 and the spectators started getting really excited.  Dave finally got KSL to download and church will change to 2 hours in January.  The excitement in the pool wasn't just from the swimmers but from the crowds talking and speculating on how all this will work.

Ready to roll!!!

They are off and swimming

This meet was great with quick time postings from Touchpad Live.

3B Mixed 11-12 100 Back  1.32.00

12B  Mixed 11-12 100 Breast 1.54.81

15B  Mixed 11-12 500 Free  8.07.15

16B  Mixed 11-12 200 IM 3.41.27

Good times for the first meet in the new age group.  The IM heat everyone was DQ's except Ryder.  He went form 4th to 1st.  He didn't get a pumpkin but left with a smile.  We walked outside and it had been raining the whole time.  Surprise !!! it looked a little like snow.  Time to head home where it hopefully is a little warmer.

Egg Drop Fundraiser & Family Picnic

Time once again from the annual Egg Drop Fundraiser for Crimson View Elementary.  Ryder was super excited this year to perfect his container for the egg.  He also wanted to earn a wrist band that will light up to any music.  All he had to do was get $50 to earn it.  Ryder loves a challenge and was up for it.  He diligently went around the neighborhood asking for donations.  Lucky for us we only had to donate $25 to meet his goal.

The kids worked really hard this year on their engineering to protect the eggs.  They were ready for the drop and picnic.  Dave was able to come this year and I hope he likes Chick fil la.  No school sack lunch it must be hot, fresh, and most important be on time.

My Boys!!!
Enjoying lunch together.

Ryder & WiFi the Wildcat

All fun and games until she stole his drink.

Egg drop time
Each grade and each class one at a time.
Mr Esplin  & Mr Carlena
patiently dropping them one at a time.

No cracks or plats

Thumbs up to his group
their egg survived.

It was a fun activity and they met their fundraising goal of $18,000.  Ryder and his friends ran back and forth checking out which eggs survived.  Boys are all over wet gooey messes.

Happy 14!!!

Birthday to a beautiful girl!!!  We really wanted to make it a special day for her with a few surprises along the way.  The first task of the day however was getting her out of bed and to school on time.

Beautiful as always

Surprise!!
Lunch date with Mom.

Favorites again
Jimmy Johns
She is officially 14 on the dot!!

Time for presents
and another surprise!! BTS Sweatshirt

Another request Pocky.
2 cases one to share and
one to keep all for herself.

Old enough to play with fire.

If Dad will let her.

A few more presents
from the Wheelers

I believe we made her day special.  We are so lucky to have her as a member of our family.  She is an amazing artist, friend, sister, and daughter.  She is a peacemaker and everyone's friend.  We hope she had as good a day as we had celebrating her.

See Ya Later September

School as been in full swing and with it so did mid terms.  The kids were all busy with projects, tests, and activities.

Reganne's first sewing project
The pillowcase that she worked really hard to finish.
She is proud to use it on her bed.

Love Ryder's teacher for sharing this picture
thru the school's ap.
He worked really hard this week on his spelling words
and received his first 100% of the school year.

Homecoming Dance 2018
This is the only picture she has.
I really wanted one with the boys
Hopefully more will come.

Surprise!!!
A birthday surprise from Grandma JeanAnn
and Grandpa Chris.
They really know how to brighten his day.
Thank you so much for remembering him!!!

This boy is still trying to catch a ride.

Another month has flown by and we are headed into October.  The craziness isn't slowing down any either so I am sure October will be full of the same craziness.  It is sad to say goodbye to the longer days of summer.  We will enjoy the many fall activities and the cooler days.  It's time to say hello the the 70 & 80 degree days.  The only trick is remembering to dress warmer in the morning and being able to strip a couple of layers off in the afternoon.

See ya later September.....Hello October!!!

Last, Final, and Goodbye Boating

We have been so busy the last couple of weeks that boating hasn't happened.  We really wanted one last visit before Dave winterizes the boat.  Could we really do make it?  Didn't we used to go until November?  It's only the end of September.

We made it nice and early before the wind could start blowing.  Not to crowded we were ready to have some fun.  As I looked around the boat Ryder was ready to jump in and the girls were scrambling for towels to bundle up in.

Ryder was first in
and
ready to knee board.

Or wake board
This is a lot harder than it looked.
Maybe next year he can learn.

How is the water Reganne?
Cold!!!

I am not sure who is out there.
But each of us had our final ride of the year.

Dad playing with Ryder.
Swim faster and catch it.

He made it but wasn't
to happen with Dad for teasing him.

Silly boy!!

It was a good morning playing
and
having fun as a family!!!

Wasting no time
getting the boat ready for winter.

It was a fun morning and it warmed up nicely so we could enjoy being outdoors.  The water was even warm if the air weren't so cold.  It is sad to see this season ending but Dave was eager to get everything winterized and put away.  Hopefully, we can find something to occupy our time until summer rolls around next year.

Swiss Days Car Show

Dave loves going to car shows.  He loves even more when he can participate in one locally.  Ryder & Rylee also loves going to car shows they however don't like staying all day by the car.  This one happen to fall on Homecoming Day Date so it was only Dave & Ryder.

He won!!
First Place in the Corvette Category.

Ryder eagerly accepted the award.

Our neighbor Travis Smith
Won 2!!! 

Ryder is in heaven with
all the cool newer cars.

Hi Mom!!!
Love his variety of hats today.

Another cool car

Striking a pose.

What fun pictures being sent to me throughout the day.  The guys were having a great time and enjoying their time together.  I am hoping to attend one myself soon.  To relax, people watch, and read my book.  I may have to fulfill that dream next summer since it will be cooling down.

Webelos & Arrow of Light

Ryder has worked really hard this year to earn his Webelos Badge and Arrow of Light.  His amazing den leaders have planned, prepared, and worked with a large group of rowdy boys.  

 Time to get his badge.

Putting on the paint.
Don't make a mess!!

Brother Codder explaining  the Arrow of Light.

Time to bridge over.
He is now an 11 year old scout.

Time for the birthday crown.

Birthday Cheer

How did three years go by so quickly? He just earned his Bobcat Badge and now it's onto scouts.

He is so excited to go to his first meeting next week.