A "Little" Hike

When Cassie suggested a "little" hike I should have clued in 

and knew that it would be a fanny kicker. Everything she 

does is border line psycho, she is not happy unless she 

gets to the vomit stage of any activity. All I can say is she is one good sister,

she spent a good part of the hike literally pushing me from behind (it would have made for 

some awesome photos). Despite all the hard work we had so much fun on our 4 hour hike via Grove Creek to Battle Creek. 

Cassie (my sister) & Ryan.

Our boys relaxing at the spring on the face of Timp.

My cute hiking man...

Thanks for our first big hike of the season Farleys!

If one is GOOD, two is BETTER!

I call that the, "Are you serious?" look.  My Dad surprised my 

Mom with a wiener dog for Mothers day. And if you think

she looks happy about one...you should have seen her face when 

he pulled out # 2.

My parents have had miniature dachshand's as long as I can remember.

I guess he thought it was a good time to bring back the wiener dog days!

My Mom's famous words have always been, "If one is good, two is better!"

Happy Mothers Day!

Train Ride

Train Gang!

Syd's first grade class did a walking field trip for one "super exciting" train ride. 

I was so happy to be able to go with her, it is hard when you have two little friends at home still.

I loved that she did not let go of my hand for the whole afternoon, (I wonder when that changes?)

Loading the train, imagine going in circles around somebodies yard. That is what put the "exciting" in this ride. It didn't really matter because the best part of our day was spending some good one on one time with Sydney! And you know how I love her shirt :)

 

Tulip Fest

 Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival.

This was totally FUN!

It made me want to go home and beautify our yard (it was short lived).  

Grandma Linda joined us!

Fellow Utahn's have probably done this a few

times. It was a first for us, and 

will definitely be going back!

The Mother~Linda

 LINDA LOO-

A bit late on this post but a shout out to Momma Linda!

Linda has raised seven great children, I feel like she has 

done such a wonderful job on teaching her children the importance of

serving others, instilling good work habits, and the value of doing the job right the first time. 

 Thank you Linda, for all you do and have done for each of us!

 Linda's favorite treat is Magelby's chocolate cake!

The party set up....

When I asked Linda what advice she would like to leave with 

her posterity she said,

"Always be kind to everyone  because we are all brothers

and sisters in our Heavenly Fathers kingdom."

Linda, Thanks for your great example of service!

Thanks for raising wonderful kids....especially #7, he's my favorite :)

AHOY~ We Have a 5 Year Old!

Our Boy turned 5!

And, since he loves a good dress up, we went with a pirate theme this year.

There is no one that makes us laugh like this kid. He is sugar and spice, all in one 

little boy package. 

Tater's favorite things in life our Lego's, weapons,

pbj's, chocolate milk, cookies, scooter, a good

costume and his DADDY! Tate is always the first one up

 to see his Dad before he heads out the door for 

work.  He gives Trent at least 10 hugs a day! It is the cutest thing

I have ever seen.

He loves a good Grandma Linda love....

The crew of pirates! 

Tate did not want a big birthday party, his list was:

Beth

Benson

&

Uncle Troy.

We had to make some modifications and came up with 

a couple of cousins.

Making Maps-

Adding some authenticity

Tate and Benson, 

okay, this kid is funny

and I know why Tate idolizes him.

Finding their treasure & loot!

Tate's dinner request was waffles!
Since Grandpa George is the best waffle maker ever,
we had him whip up a few.

 He makes a pretty good pirate too!

I can't decide what my favorite gift of the night was.
Aunt Mindy asked what Tate liked and I told her "Squinkies"
She thought I said Twinkies.
She also came through with some sweet swords!
But, the Iron Man mask made me smile!

Happy Birthday TATE! You are so fun, funny
and truly one cool Dude!

PS Our sweet Jeanie (Filipino helper) and Tate share the same birthday love her!

I am Like a Star

Shining brightly!

Holy Cow, I love her.

Syd had to share a talent in her music class. Since we are still developing our

talents in the Savage home she decided to sing the primary song "I am Like a Star".  I was

a little worried about her busting out primary lyrics at school, but then I remembered I lived in 

Utah.  Sydney did a great job and was not a tad nervous. 

She asked if she could sing barefoot...why the heck not?

AND

 because Syd had her shoes off, Emmy insisted on taking hers

off. I am sure the teacher was thinking, "What is going on?"

Good Job Sydney Girl!