Birthdays and BYU

We celebrated three birthdays in August with Chloe celebrating her 6th! Carly loves holding Clark any chance she can get. Mike headed up to BYU and received some big hugs from his sisters. (The arguments over who would take over his room commenced minutes after his departure.) Christy is enjoying playing volleyball at Stapley and they won their first match. Go Sabrecats!

Mt. Humphreys Death March

Last weekend, the Madsens were kind enough to let the Weeds crash their family gathering up in Pine and the Fillmores graciously accomodated our overflow. On Saturday, the menfolk (minus Bryon who volunteered to stay behind and protect the women and children) traveled to Flagstaff to participate in a bit of male bonding and hike Mt. Humphreys (12,600 feet high). A local Cancer Walk prevented the group from getting to the trailhead, but the men were not to be denied. Even though a detour added a few miles to the hike, everyone made it to the top.

Back to School

Katie and Chloe headed back to school this week together with Carly and Christy. Christy is excited to be playing volleyball at Stapley this year. Mike finished at Walgreens and is heading for Provo and BYU in a few days. Finally--after 22 plus years, Julie has an empty house all to herself during the day. Not a tear has been shed.

Getting Along

It happens much less frequently than we would like, but it sure is nice when the kids get along. It has been a fun summer, but we surely are looking forward to the start of school!

July Happenings

The girls bought a new bird a few weeks ago and love it to pieces. They are also pretty fond of their nephew, Clark.