Larforty 2015

Last year we had the first ever reunion for my parents and siblings and I. We figured it was time to start something like that every year since my brother and his wife live out of state and babies were starting to join the family. We wanted our kids to know each other and to play with each other at least once for sure each year. (hopefully more. :) ) It's called Larforty because its a blend of all of our last names! 

This year we went to Smith and Morehouse Reservoir, which is through Cottonwood Canyon. It was nice because it was just about an hour and a half drive for all of us! (besides my brother and his wife who had driven from Washington state of course.) We are all about short drives with babies these days. 

Our campsite was nice and really really big!

It was fun to see how big my sweet niece Elora is. She will be two in November! She is such a sweet little girl with the cutest little voice. It was fun to get to play with her and see her interact with her two little cousins!

Chasing Isaac around :) 

Chasing Isaac around :) 

Isaac seriously amazes me with how fast he is learning things! He eats like a big boy and can walk. He also makes the cutest growl sounds. :) He is such a precious member of our family!

His hood had adorable little horns! 

His hood had adorable little horns! 

Chillin' with Uncle TT

Chillin' with Uncle TT

We had delicious meals planned and had fun setting up camp and hanging out the first night. 

Playing some games

Playing some games

Henry sizing Elora up 

Henry sizing Elora up 

This was his facial expression the entire time in the kiddie pool Laiken had set up as a play pen 

This was his facial expression the entire time in the kiddie pool Laiken had set up as a play pen 

Mom and Dad got a hotel nearby and came to meet us the next morning. We ate some lunch and went to play at the lake. The water was fairly cold but we still had some fun! 

Then we ate some dinner and went on a little stroll through the camp ground. Even those small things are so much fun with little ones!

The next morning while cleaning up camp we shot some group pictures. :) Henry was clearly loving it all. 

We had a blast! :) Can't wait for next year! 

4th of July

We had a blast this year on the 4th of July!

Every year since we have been blessed to live in the Jaussi House (a couple in our ward who is currently on a mission in Russia) we have had a big shin dig on the 4th. The Jaussi's have done a big party every year so we thought we'd try and keep the tradition alive! This was our third year doing it and also our last, which is a bummer because I finally feel like I know what I'm doing. :) 

We love the 4th and Kyler is all about America so this is a holiday we get pretty excited about. :) 

The day starts off with a parade- look at how many people come out, it's nuts!

We had lots of friends, family members and ward members come watch it with us on our lawn. We are grateful for their love and support! 

After the parade we did a huge BBQ! We grilled up lots of chicken and our guests brought sides and desserts. It was a great turn out and the food was delish. :) 

Afterwards we just kind of hung out around the house and then had a big ol' water fight. I dare say the water fight is my favorite part of the day. Some how those darn McCarty Brothers always seem to win and get us ladies soaked though... 

And then later after drying off, we had to have an american flag afghan photo shoot- naturally. When we first moved into the house and saw this blanket, we realized we just had to do something memorable with it. :) It was just too good to be true. 

 

After having some yummy burritos for dinner from Drew and Rachel we did a few fireworks and just had a fun night. Then we were so tired and it was time for sleep. :) 

Such a great day. We are truly grateful for this amazing country and for the freedoms and independence we get to enjoy! May we forever be a country under God- I truly believe He is the reason we have been so blessed.