Katie's Birthday - Ojai, CA 2008

Brad and I got to be with Katie for her 26th birthday which luckily fell on Labor Day weekend this year. We spent three fun days visiting with Katie. We swam, went to a movie, did a little shopping, but most of all just enjoyed Katie's company.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KATIE! WE LOVE YOU

Katie posing for me in her living room.

We spent some time out here on her deck, just not when we were taking pictures.
Our first night in town having dinner at a great place called Qtime.

On Saturday, a local Dahlia farm had an open house. How could I pass up the opportunity to take pictures of these beautiful flowers!

Here are Brad and Kate admiring the flowers, and posing for me.

Ward Swim Party

Brad and I are the Activities Chair persons for our Ward and last night we had a fun swimming party at this fabulous home owned by the brother of one of our Ward members. He shares his home with Ward families from all over and we were fortunate to have been able to use his facilities last evening. The highlight was of course the pool, although many ward members used the basketball courts, batting cages and took rides on the train. Here are just a few of my favorite pictures from the evening. (I have a new camera with a burst feature so was able to capture some great action shots.)

Kaycee's last night before heading back to Washington

Kaycee headed back to Washington today to get ready to start the 5th grade. As is our tradition, we have one last fling for the summer with a family get together at Boondock's. On her first try, Kaycee picks a fun game and immediately wins 40 tickets!
So, we all gathered around while she tried one more time. You guessed it, she won 75 more tickets! She was on a roll and the night looked promising.
With Sara looking on, Julie tried her luck. Nope, she couldn't keep the trend going.
Sara, Tyson and Kaycee are concentrating on the next game
while Brad patiently waits for someone to come fix his game. After winning big, he discovered the machine was out of tickets.

Everyone is patiently waiting for a little food to keep them going.
Kaycee's grandparents, Brent and Carla Taylor and Grandpa Means
Kaycee's Aunt Jenny and Uncle Dave
Aunt Rachel, Uncle Kelly and Aunt Julie

Here's Sara as we start a little miniature golf, with Rachel admiring her technique.
Kelly and Tyson are patiently waiting for their turn.
Julie hits it down the fairway with Brad looking on.
We spotted Carla, Jessica and Jenny on the bridge above
Kayce and her friend Tia looking like they had a great time.

Dad's 90th Birthday Party

Isn't this just so cute!

Kaycee was playing the piano when her Dad and Aunt Rachel decided to show her how it was done. It took a few tries, but they did remember how to play the old duets.

What talent, what concentration! It was awesome.

It's about time

So, I've been hearing from everyone that I'm pretty lame because I haven't updated my blog recently. So, I'm going to do a little updating today and see if I can redeem myself.