Brian's Surprise Party

On July 31st we threw Brian a surprise party to celebrate his 26th birthday! He loves the North Carolina Tar Heels so we had a baby blue and white theme! I think we caught him off guard and totally surprised him. We had a great steak dinner with fun cake pops (courtesy of Kels) for dessert. The boys ended the celebration with a poker night!

Brian in his party hat!

Kels and Jenny all about the celebration!

Chase was super excited about the hats!

Everyone was happy to celebrate.

Grilled salmon and steak...yummm!

Ty and R.J. on the swing.

Everyone sitting down to lots of food!

Present time!

The boys are in for a competitive game of Bocce Ball.

The delicious funfetti cake pops!

Make a wish!

There was no shortage of dessert! Kels baked up a storm!

Reunion Camping Trip

The last weekend in July the Salsberys, McGrees, Toresdahls, Brian, and us all met up in Island Park for a fun weekend of camping. We had a fun time catching up, relaxing in the sun, and having campfires. Thanks for the fun weekend everyone!

Jodie, Kels, Teran, and I on a walk.

Teran and Kels playing cards.

The boys ready to relax on the party raft.

Kyle showing the latest fashion!

Jodie and her dog Lily.

Kyle and Teran at the campfire the first night.

Everyone is on the raft!

The boys

Brett working things out with the rope!

Jake and I...the night got a little chilly!

The last night around the campfire partying away!

The happy couple.

The other happy couple!

Family picture!

I roasted some pretty awesome reeses smores!

David turns 31

On July 5th David turned 31! We celebrated with a steak and potatoes dinner in mid July. David and Jamie have a precious little son, McKade. He is so cute and is crawling everywhere! It is so fun to watch him grow through every stage!

McKade says hi!

The birthday boy with his boy!

Home to Bothell

In the middle of July I went home to Bothell for a visit. It was full of family, friends, shopping, good food, and relaxing. It was so fun to see everyone I love so much! My mom and I started the week at the Nordstrom's Sale. She is my favorite shopping partner! We had family dinners and dinner with the Leaches. My mom, dad, and I went on a tour of Renton to see my college roommate Sara and her adorable baby boy Andrew! We also went on a bike ride! I also got to see Brett and Jodie. It was so much fun!

The Pelto's out to dinner in Madison Garden.

Sara and Andrew

Out to lunch over looking the Puget Sound...so beautiful!

A bike ride with mom and dad!

Out to P.F. Changs with the Leach Family!

100th Year Anniversary in Malta Montana

In the beginning of July we went to Jake's hometown, Malta, MT. It was the 100th year anniversary of the town so the population almost doubled (the town is usually 2,000 people). We had a great time visiting Kelly and Colleen, seeing their dog have puppies, seeing our nephew Kellen, and also being with Diedra, Uncle David, Uncle Scott, Aunt Kelly, Makena, and Macyn. We also got to meet and see many different Murray and Clausen relatives. We spent time relaxing, cooking, hanging out with Jake's high school classmates, and just having fun!

Kellen early in the morning with his goggles!

Jake and Kellen playing with colored pencils. Kellen told us, "I do not color on walls anymore!"

Bri with her 5 newborn puppies (they were about 8 hours old in this picture).

The puppies in Colleen's hand.

Out to lunch at the new place in town, The Brown Bag Bistro. It was great!

Jake, Kris, and Lance

Coach King and Kels!

Jake with his high school classmates! Class of 2002!

Kelly and Colleen's new patio!

Jake and I

Macyn, Mary, Makena

The little cutie! Kellen smiles for the camera!

Laurin, Kels, and Cathy Salsbery

Brian and Chae...brother sister love!

Makena on the water slide.

Uncle David and Macyn

Everyone watching the parade!

Sarge's Clydesdales

Malta's birthday cake!

Jake, Me, Kels, and Ty downtown for a good time!

Jake and the soon to be mom Becca!