Oh They Grow Up So Fast.....

Well mommy survived the first day of kindergarten, I buckled a few times, but made it through. I can't believe how old Luke looks, and he was so ready and raring to go. He seemed a little nervous but excited and I told him that was a good thing. He has a great class at Escondido Christian School, sweet, good-natured teacher and 18 kids in his class. He decided he wanted to stay through the afternoon which is optional so he'll get extra playground time and "rest" time from 2:00-3:00, we'll see how that goes. Before we know it, Kyle will be starting school too... :sniff: :sniff:......................

Learning how to catch kisses from mom and dad.......

Luke and Mrs. Carney

My three boys..............

Really, do you have to take that many pictures?

My photogenic guy........

Check out my new backpack

TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL

The Great Outdoors.....

It had been three long years since we had been back to Robinson Creek for our annual family camping trip, and boy had we missed it. It was still as beautiful as ever. We spent August 1-9 up in the Twin Lakes area, Robinson Creek campground, site #11. A place where we have spent so much time it has become a part of us. We had a fantastic trip spent fishing, hiking, playing in the creek, playing games at camp fires, scavenger hunting, and crafting. And we did spot Mr. Black Bear twice! One special night we gathered for a Hawaiian Luau which was awesome, the envy of the campground and delicious food. Luke learned to fish with dad and Kyle decided to play Houdini a few times and escape from the tent. But there were no major accidents or owies and I am thankful for that. We learned once again that it is priceless to step back, remove yourself from the hustle and bustle, technology, and the rest of lifes interruptions and just become one with nature.... so so peaceful.

Cousin Nevada and Kyle in a bear hug.

Some of the big cousins and their spouses/sigs

A few of the old school cousins

The Hanson Clan before the Luau

The littlest cousins

Beautiful Robinson Creek

Twin Lakes

Cousin Nevada and Luke

Luke and Kyle in the early morning

I don't need no stinkin' toys

I can easily entertain myself

A fisherman in deep concentration

Matt enjoying the peacefulness

Matt going over the rules of the creek with Kyle