A Visit to Happy Valley

Josh had a continuing education conference to attend in Midway, so we decided to make a trip of it and visit family while he finished up his classes. We had a great time hanging out with everyone, playing games and staying up way too late!

Nana with her boys playing cars


Papa and Houston hanging out on the porch


Great Grandma White and Jaxson. This picture makes Jaxson look huge, because my Grandma is so little.

It was nice to visit with a few of my friends and their cute families (the pictures are so small that no one should even be upset with me for posting them...it doesn't count if they are that little)







Chloe and Houston- I had to make this picture larger, because I love the look on Chloe's face- Priceless!


Uncle Taylor taking the boys on a ride


Uncle Todd and Chris keeping Jaxson entertained


Josh didn't get any pictures of Houston fishing with Grandpa (because I had the camera) But Houston had a great time with his dad and Grandpa out on the boat. When I called to see how things were going, Houston said he was going to stay out and fish ALL DAY and then sleep on the boat. Like father/grandfather, Like son!




The weather was beautiful on Memorial Day, so we decided to do a little hiking on the back side of Timp. Taylor even made the trek with his foot sliced open from the day before.



The guy at the bowling place told us that we probably couldn't make it through a game in an hour, so we took it as a challenge and got through a game and a half! (Sorry Jess, it was the best bowling picture)


We celebrated Josh's birthday a little early. Any excuse to go out to eat and spend time with family is always good.


Josh and I celebrated a late anniversary with dinner at the Zermatt Resort for his conference and then stayed over at a cute B&B in Parkcity. It was a perfect getaway for us and Nana loved having time with the boys- Win win!


I felt a little like we were going to a school dance in this picture...Prom for OLD people? (Thanks for the dress and shoes Jess)





New favorite pass time with the water balloon launcher


Josh and Jaxson's Birthday party. Grandparents (minus grandpa) enjoying the sunshine and their grandkids. I will post Jaxson's Birthday pictures next post


Jaxson played out on the grass with Sage and Grandpa for almost an hour, it was so fun to watch.

Adventure Time

Josh's days off have become our adventure days. It has really helped us to get to know Alaska a little bit more and have fun in the process.


Our Hike near McHugh creek




We saw a moose about 20 feet from us on the trail. After taking one picture we were a little nervous after it turned to look at us...right in the eyes. Too bad the first picture didn't turn out.


Eklutna Lake. It will be really pretty here in a couple of weeks when it melts.



Out beautiful hike at the Eagle River Nature's Center.

Mirror Lake

We went to Mirror Lake this week for our family adventure. Houston had a blast testing out his pole and splashing back and forth on the shore. We had a great time even though the fish weren't biting.

Jaxson and his bath time

Visitors from the lower 48

This past week my parents came up for a visit and were able to spend some quality time seeing the sites and playing with their grand kids. It was fun to have them here for Conference, Easter egg hunts, and some adventures.




Jaxson and Houston enjoying their Easter baskets from Nana and Grandpa Cook.




Houston and Papa checking out the view at the Eagle River Nature Center

We took the boys to an indoor soccer field in Wasilla. They had a blast running around and playing with all of the toys.







Coming back from Wasilla



My Mom and Dad and Beluga point


This is my attempt to get a picture of the Moose at Potter's Marsh. As you can see, or not see, I need to learn how to zoom in while going down the highway.

Scenic Drive

We have been having a great time exploring new areas around Alaska and taking scenic drives. This was our latest adventure along the Old Seward Highway...It was hard to keep our eyes on the road!