Sandy's Baptism

My sweet niece Sandy was recently baptized! They live a couple of hours away from us so we decided to make a weekend out of it!

The boys loved the hotel, the pool, the all you can eat Chinese buffet and cousin time! 

Sandy's baptism was beautiful and there was such a sweet spirit there. Thanks for letting us be a part of your special day Sandy.

We love you sparkle girl!

The Cabin with the Sidwars

We ended our first week of school at the cabin with the Sidwar's (Dallan's sister and family) We enjoyed the pond, a yummy dinner, and ended our evening watching Seven Brides for Seven Brothers!  Life doesn't get much better than that!

First Days of School

 Father's Blessings

New Back Packs and Shoes

Lunches packed

But I'm never ready to let them go...

 Josh started Junior High- seventh grade- this year.  I have been so proud of his positive attitude and courage.  

Matthew is in 5th Grade- A grade I used to teach!  He has been so responsible and even joined the chess club! 

Mitchell started Kindergarten!  He wants me to walk him to class each day, then stay in the hall while he puts his back pack away then goes to his seat.  Once he sits down he does the "I love you" sign with with both hands then give me a thumbs up.  

Oh I miss them while they are away...can you blame me ?

Baadsgaard Reunion: At the Cabin

The morning of our reunion, the boys spent the morning shooting while the girls helped the kids with games.  When the boys came back, we all enjoyed a tasty lunch together then the girls went bowling.  If you reeeeaaally  insist on knowing who got the highest score without the bumper guards- well okay, it was ME! 

After bowling we went to Mom and Dad's cabin for dinner, games and a fireside by Mom and Dad.

I am eternally thankful for my amazing family.  

They fill my heart to overflowing every day.  

Baadsgaard Reunion: Cousin Time

Every year our family has a family reunion. What a wonderful legacy of love that my wonderful parents have created. The cousins had a great time playing together that morning.

Cotton ball relay, clown art and cheeto heads

Doughnuts on a String

Mummy wrapping

Water Games