back at home

things haven't slowed down too much for us since being back at home after our vacations. It's so funny how when you think of summer you think of relaxing, yet every summer is so busy! I like it that way though. A few things we've been up to:
Gottfredson Family Reunion: Paul's mom's side of the family had a reunion at their cabin in Evanston, WY. It was also a celebration of Grandma and Grandpa Gottfredson's 50th Wedding anniversary. Congratulations! We had a specail presentation night with pictures from their courtship and life together that was really cool. We also went boating, ate, shot guns, did archery, played with all the kids, i read a book (The Help--so so good), we shot off fireworks and took family pictures. And Paul and I didn't even get to stay the whole time! Paul's family is big and fun. There is always something going on and kids running around. I love their family and I am glad to be a part of it. (I'm ashamed to say i took no pictures. hopefully i can steal some from someone soon)
a little shiner: learning to walk is rough. Caitlin fell while we were playing mini croquet and got a boo-boo. I feel so bad. We went and got ice right after it happened and tried to put it on as much as she would let us. she was such a trooper and it seems to be clearing up fast.

fireworks: We shot off fireworks for pioneer day with Chelsea and Tyler. It was low-key and fun. We got fancy with the sparklers.



Barnes Cabin: On Sunday the 24th, we went up to the Barnes cabin for dinner and hanging out. Dinner was delicious. We took a little drive up the mountain to see "our trees" where we carved our names in 2 years ago. I couldn't believe it had been so long. We added Caitlin's name in the tree and it'll be fun to see what has changed by the next time we go up!