A look back at August

The boys got to go to a Rockies game with Justin and Papa Jerry. It was a great day! They got out of school earily and were able to get autographs from two players.

Everitt now wants to envite the Rockies to his baseball birthday. Wouldn't that make for an awesome party!

Ok so my kids like bugs. Sometimes too much. The big boys have taught the younger ones to catch and play with grasshoppers, ladybugs, crickets, and I'm not sure what else.

Here Alayna is styling in her live grasshopper hair clips.

Corbin even gets a kick out of chasing and holding the "hoppers".

Camping with the Hartson Family at Hermit Park, the last weekend of Aug., was a blast. What a way to end the summer. They have 3 boys and our kids all had a great time together.

Our tent. Corbin's and Alayna's first time camping. They can't wait to do it again.

Corbin and Brody best buds.

Yummy S'mores!

Cameo keeping Alayna warm.

The big kids found this great log fort they spent tons of time hanging out in.

We went on an awesome hike. This viewing area over looked Estes Park.

We never did get a group photo. Bummer, guess we'll just have to do it again. Thanks Hartson's!

End of Summer Fun now School Has Begun!

Bye-Bye Summer
We had a fun summer. Here are pictures of the fun we had that didn't get posted earlier.

Hail storm 7/20
Back in July we had a crazy hail storm hit our area. There was some of the largest hail I had ever seen. I know it can get larger but it was impressive, and the damage has turned out to be a blessing. Other than loosing my tomato plants!

Swim lessons end of July

Alayan's first time, she was real brave and they all did well.

Our last summer visit to Grand Lake and of course we have more pic of the kids on the horses, but what says 'end of summer' better than watermelon and corn on the cob? Corbin sure could not get enough of either one. It was fun watching him, so determined to finish every last bite. But the most fun would have to be playing on the lake.

Everitt with Mom

Coltin and Dad

Alayna and Mom

Corbin even took a ride all he wanted to do was touch the water.

They all had fun. Even if they were a little nervous at first.

Here the boys are ready and excited for school. Coltin is in second grade with Mrs. Davison and Everitt started kindergarten with Mrs. Adams. They have gotten off to a good start. Both have been doing real well.

Mauler Family Reunion * Aug. 2009 *

Our first official Mauler family reunion was great! All four families (17 people) were able to gather in Payson, Utah, at Justin's parents home in mid Aug. It was such a fun weekend. Activities included playing/swimming at Salem Pond, family baseball game, multiple volleyball games, a trip to the pool, and to jump 'n jacks, exciting family Olympics, an attempt at a talent show, duck-duck-goose, many great meals and tons of laughter. The kids all did awesome together. I look forward to our next one. ;)

That is 'DooDoo the worm' giving the girls a ride.

Some crazy hula-hoopers.

The weather was pretty nice most of the time, until family picture time! It was the coldest morning and all windy. So the kids were miserable but for the most part did good.

Nellie and Bubba with Paris and Savannah.

Alayan with her cute Aunt Kassie.

She had fun sleeping in Kassie's room and tries to sleep-in like a teenager now.

Corbin posed for a minute for me before he headed out into the rain. Apparently he was not bothered by the weather. This was just after our group photo. Anyway I was excited by the shot I got of him totally airborne.

Playing with Papa Dennis at the pool.

Now our base ballgame photos. I decided not to include them all.

Everitt and Coltin were our team captains and Justin did most of the pitching. Not sure how much the ladies loved it, but we all survived it.

Corbin (almost 2) and Austin (almost 1) at Salem Pond.

Corbin loved his little cousin and they were so cute together.

Here we are at the jumping place.

My kids went nuts there. Great way to burn off some energy.

Brave Alayna