Jake and Mary

Road Trip To California

Right after school got out in the beginning of June the Bemis (Scott and Susan), Salsbery (Ty and Kels), and Murray (Jake and I) couples started on a road trip to Southern California where Scott and Susan are from. We started the drive at 6 am on Saturday morning and ended the day in Las Vegas. We ate at a great Italian restaurant and walked the strip. The next morning we went to M&M world and then headed out to Corona Del Mar, CA. The next day it was time for...DISNEYLAND!!!! We went to the park early and stayed until midnight! We ate lunch at Club 33 and rode many rides. I got to have my picture taken with Winnie-the-Pooh and watch a fireworks show in front of the castle. Jake was so sweet and ran all over the park all day with me to fit everything in. The middle of the week was filled with shopping, visiting Scott and Susan's family, and eating at fun restaurants. On Thursday we drove to Bass Lake where we stayed with Bill and Trudie. We had so much fun relaxing on the beach, going on boat rides, and playing games. On Sunday it was time to pack up and make the 14 hour drive home. It was so much fun and we made lots of memories!

Heading out at 6 am in the morning! Ready to party!

The Bellagio water show in Las Vegas!

The girls are ready for a night in Vegas!

M&M world was so amazing!

Pictures with characters is always fun!

Kels and I are ready for Disney!!!

Jake is SUPER excited!

The whole crew is waiting to get in!

The first ride is a tummy twister! Ty and I opt out as the camera crew!

We are in a special train car on the way to Club 33 for a fabulous lunch!

After a wait in line...my picture with Pooh!!!

Jake and I heading into the Matterhorn!

The castle is so magical!

One last character picture for the night!

The girls shop while the boys golf!

Out to dinner at Gina's pizza. They have an amazing salad by the way!

Oh my...some of the best frozen yogurt EVER!

Jake gets to see the Ruby's Dinner where The O.C. was filmed!

A beautiful morning on the pier.

On the road again... on to Bass Lake!

Everyone at the table at Bill and Trudie's home on Bass Lake,

We went on a beautiful hike through streams and trees.

It was so peaceful!

It was a little cold at the lake...Kels rockin the sweats!

Ty and Kels on the pontoon

Sus and I trying to stay warm!

Off to Jazz on the Lake!

Cheese!

Bill and Trudie! Our very gracious hosts!

Jake and I snuggling on the lake!

Kels and I on the speed boat going 75 mph!

Bill on his speed boat.

More pics on the lake!

Jake and I having fun!

Cheers!

Kels and Jake are ready for and In-N-Out Burger!

Finally home sweet home back in Idaho Falls!

Camping on Memorial Day

During Memorial Day weekend we went camping with Brian, Ty, and Kels in Island Park. It is only about an hour away from Idaho Falls and is so beautiful. We had a great time fishing, floating on our new party raft, playing games, cooking, hiking, and relaxing. Brian caught a fish early Saturday morning. Jake played his new harmonica and widdled away! Our weekend was cut a little short due to rainy weather but we will definitely be back!

Jake and Brian setting up the camp.

Brian grilling up some steaks.

Jake and I ready to relax!

Jake fishing off the dock!

Jake and Brian enjoying the fresh air!

The sunsets were breathtaking.

Jake loves his harmonica. He is a whiz at "Oh Suzzana!"

Brian with his fish. It tasted fabulous!

Kels and I relaxing in the sun!

Jake was very nice to go on a hike with me!

The first day on the party raft! There will be many more to come!

Ty and Kels pause for a hug!

The boys have a go at rummy.

The mountain men widdle away!

And after a long rainy day we went into town for dinner!

Hank Graduates from Medical School

So yes...it has been a long time since I have blogged! Life got a little bit crazy but today I hope to catch you up on the last three months and then keep you updated more often! So I left off in May when Jake and I flew to St. Louis for my brother's graduation from St. Louis University Medical School. On May 14th he walked in his cap and gown and brought the whole family to tears. He went through so much hard work to get to that day! We are all so proud of him. He is now starting his family medicine residency at the University of Washington in Seattle.
While we were in St. Louis we ate at many fabulous restaurants, toured the Anheuser Busch factory, stood under the arch downtown, went to a Cardinals game, and took many beautiful walks through Hyde Park.