Field Day!

I can still remember how much I loved field day when I was in elementary school.  I know that these special days at school will stand out in my girls minds for a long time and I am so grateful for the PE staff at the girls school because they go all out!  There are so many activities and it is pretty darn organized.  I especially loved the relay races they had after lunch, it was so fun getting to cheer on my little Rebecca who got to race for her class.  (they hold trials in PE to see who gets to be on the relay team)

 

 Rebecca's relay team took 4th place.  I enjoy seeing my girls work so hard for something, I was very proud of my Becca!

Bike Rodeo

The girls had a bike rodeo at school last week and they really wanted to participate.  The girls were sad I wouldn't let them take their bikes to school, but they have really outgrown them.  They got to take their scooters instead and they ended up having a good time.  They should really thank their Daddy for running to the store last minute to pick them up new helmets since they were required for the activity. 

Maile's grade had bike rodeo the day before and I forgot to get a picture, bummer!

Painting

My Mom thought it would be fun to go to this little art studio where you can learn to paint and have dinner at the same time.  Turns out she was right!  It was really nice getting to spend time with my Mom and Sisters since we are usually all so busy!

Youth Conference

Zach and I were asked this year to  be a chaperon/driver for our Stake Youth Conference.  We said yes and then at the last minute found out that Zach would have to stay home to work.  Not wanting to miss a chance to see what Youth Conference is all about, I decided to go even though I would be without my hubby. 

 It was a great decision, I had the best time helping with the youth, it was a very exciting experience.  Zachary also got to attend and was a good sport about having me there to bug him and take a few pictures of him.  Lucky for him, he was in a different van so he didn't have to have me hovering over him all weekend. 

I got to drive the Yellow #1 group and I think I lucked out, all the youth in my van were either quiet or funny.  I was partnered up with a friend from my old ward and we had a pretty fun time driving around together with our pack of kids. 

There were many activities packed into a day and a half trip that left all of us exhausted but spiritually uplifted for sure.  It was so nice to see how well the youth interacted with each other, helping each other along and encouraging one another.  To hear all that they had learned and what they were taking home with them was very refreshing.  It is not everyday you have teenager after teenager expressing their feelings to a big group of people. 

 I learned so much from this experience and I believe Zachary did too.  The only big hiccup for me on this trip was when I locked my keys in the van.  That was a pretty big oops but of course it worked out OK and turned out to not be that big a deal. 

There was so much work that was put into Youth Conference, the stake leaders and the ward level youth leaders do so much to make these activities turn out well, I was just in awe of how everyone came together for the good of our youth.  I am lucky to have been a part of such a great weekend!

Easter Sunday

The past few years we have missed church on Easter and I had forgotten just how special the day was. We made it a point to be at church this year and to help the girls understand the true meaning of Easter.  They were very receptive, Maile even realized "most holidays are about Jesus!" Smart girl that Maile. 

The girls looking through their Baskets.  As usual the Easter Bunny brought swimsuits and flip-flops.

He also decided to only give one Chocolate bunny instead of the usual buckets of candy.  The girls hardly noticed.



 Pretty girls all dressed up!

My family minus one, Zachary has been going with his Mom to California the past few years for Spring Break, we missed him!

How is she even this big?  So cute!

Grandpa Mike and Grandma Marj had us over for Easter Breakfast. 

 Auntie Anna and Jeff.

After brunch we were off to Church where we heard some really good talks and after church we headed to our friends parents house for a yummy dinner.  It was so nice of them to invite us considering that my family wasn't doing anything for Easter dinner since my Mom was working and my other sister was out of town.  It was a fun evening to end our Easter.

Kid's Spring Break

We kicked off Spring Break with our ward Easter Egg hunt.  It was an unusually cold day that surprised everyone but we managed to have fun regardless.  The kids had fun playing with friends and then of course hunting for eggs. 

 

Monday I had school so my Mom and Sister babysat in the morning and we went to the park in the afternoon.  We went to the newly renovated Sunset Park and it was lots of fun!  Can't wait to go back.

Tuesday my sister and I took our kids on a hike through the old Boulder Dam train tunnels.  It is a perfect hike for little kids since it is pretty flat.  The view of the lake is amazing and there were so many pretty wild flowers to admire!  We will be going back soon and next time we will make sure we have enough time to go down and play by the lake.  Natalie kept asking to go to the big water pool. 

 

 

After our long and hot hike we went back to my Mom's and let the kids jump in the freezing pool and then relax in the hot tub.  All the kids got to stay for a slumber party and we all had a good dinner together!

 

Wednesday morning I picked the kids up from my Mom's and then met up at the park with friends.  The kids just played and played and played.  It is so easy to sit at the park when the kids are having so much fun and letting us chat.  I really enjoy watching our kids all interact now that they are getting older.  Anyhow, after the park we took friends back home with us to play some more.  By the time we took the Lichty kids home we were tired! 

Thursday we were invited to go to Red Rock with some friends from our ward.  We have only ever taken our kids on the Children's Discovery trail so it was fun to take them climbing on the sand stone rock.  I was very surprised by their ability and scared at some points too.  We felt like real mountain climbers squeezing through tight spots and climbing down steep rock formations.  It was a bit of a challenge but I am so glad we went. 

                              Thank you Zach and Lynda for showing us such a good time!

Friday we ended up just taking Natalie to the doctor for her eyes and ears.  Poor girl had a goopy eye and ear infections.  We decided to relax at home for the rest of the day.  Saturday we recovered slightly and were able to go hang out at Ryan and BJ's home for a BBQ and egg decorating.  The girls had fun playing and Zach and I got to enjoy a yummy steak dinner!

Spring Break was a lot of fun this year.  We got to do many fun things and see lots of friends.  I am officially wiped out though from the constant running around and glad the kids are back in school this week!