Bear Lake, Utah

We are so grateful that Uncle Kirk and Aunt Heidi invited us to visit with them and many other members of the Dexter family at their house in Utah. Elijah and Dustin had both never met any of the members of my Mom's side of the family. It was really great to see Elijah meet his Great Grandma Dexter who has showered him with beautiful hand made gifts for the last 18 months. I was glad too that Dustin was also able to meet some of the cousins that I tell him stories about from when we were little. Everyone welcomed Dustin and Elijah with open arms and love, Dustin fit right in with the family. He even enjoyed the Dexter sense of humor! LOL We all had a great time in Utah and I will cherish the memories we made for all the years to come.

Bear Lake Beach

Even though the water in Bear Lake was too cold for Elijah to want to swim in, he had a great time digging and getting very dirty in the sand on the beach.

Fun with the ATV

The view from the top of the ridge where Uncle Kirk and Aunt Heidi live overlooking Bear Lake.

Uncle Kirk let Dustin bring the rest of us out in his fancy 6 person ATV. It was a blast!

Elijah was not too happy about the helmet he had to wear, but he most definately enjoyed the ride and the wind on his face.

Driving Miss Addie

Elijah and my cousin Jody's little girl Addie had a great time together. They were quick buddies, and they played together the whole visit. They were adorable to watch together.

Horseback Riding in Cache National Forest

While we were visiting the Dexter Family in Utah we were able to go horseback riding in the Cache National Forest. The ride was two hours long with a lunch break in the midle. The first half of the ride was up the mountain and the last half was the ride back down. Which let me tell you was alot harder on the body than the ride up. LOL I think everyone's bum was a little sore. But the views were definately worth the pain. The view from the top of the mountain truly made you appreciate all of the amazing and beautiful wonders that our Heavenly Father has made for us to enjoy.

Dustin took this picture so unfortunately he is not in it. But you can see the guide in the front, my cousin Taylor, Uncle Kirk, my cousin Paige, me and my Dad. We took a trail that went all along the top ridge of the mountain. The view was gorgeous!

My Dad, Uncle Kirk and I right before we started the ride.

Elijah and Cousin Jack

While we were in Utah last week we were able to meet Elijah's newest cousin Jack. Jack is a real cutie and we were gald that we got to meet him. I think Eli liked Jack, he was just kind of wary of him. I think Elijah was amazed that such a little guy could be alive.

Fun with Stickers