Wednesday, July 8, 2009

O Canada!

A couple of weeks ago we went up to Canada to visit my family. We usually go up for Canada Day, but this year we had to come up earlier because Mike had to work over Canada Day. Oh well. We made it up for Father's Day and for my Mom's 59th birthday. We were able to stay at Cynthia and James' house again. They are such gracious hosts. Thanks again! It was nice to just relax, eat great food, and visit with everyone. My sister had a BBQ and invited all of my mom's side of the family. I got to meet my cousin Lisa's new baby girl Ellyson, and visit with my aunts and uncles that I haven't seen in a while.


Here's Ethan and Asia climbing some trees at the school/park near Cynthia's house:










Fun times in Cynthia's backyard. Ethan loves to play with and tease Grandpa George:







Asia and I chillaxin' in the hamock in Cynthia's backyard:







We were able to go see my Grandma and Grandpa Simington while we were there. It was their first time meeting little Mia. Mia loved meeting her Great Grandma and Grandpa for the first time. She was so cute with them!




We got to spend the last two nights at the Ramada hotel in Lethbridge. The kids loved spending the day at the waterpark there, especially since it rained the whole day outside. I didn't get any pics, but my mom did. I'll have to post some pics when my mom sends me them. We played at the waterpark and went out to Cheesecake Factory for my Mom's birthday. Happy 59th birthday Mom! You're the best!

6 comments:

The Haley Family said...

OH MY GOODNESS!!! HI!!!!!! I have been trying to find you on facebook for months...but I didn't have your last name written down ANYWHERE in my Ricks scrapbooks! I am so glad you have kept in touch with Jolene so you could find me! Your family is gorgeous and so are you!!! WOW!!! Please keep in touch!!!

Hoffmann Family said...

Are you kidding me!!!! I can't believe it's you! This is so exciting! How are you? I can't believe you have me beat! Four kids! WE definitely need to get together! 801-446-0738

Cook Family said...

Hey girl! Thanks for the comment on my blog! I'm glad you were able to get back in touch with the old roomies! See you soon!

Cathe. said...

Didn't you get the pics? I sent them to your email.

cynthia said...

I wish you guys could stay here more often and that James and I could come to IF and visit you more often. You are welcome to stay here whenever you want.

The Whetstone Family said...

What fun! I't always nice to visit family.