Smithson Reunion

Last week was the Smithson Family Reunion, in honor of Grandma Great's 84th birthday. The majority of the family was up at Bear Canyon Lake camping for the greater part of the week, but we were only able to make it for the day on Saturday, the 14th. It was a beautiful day to be up in the mountains. Apparently it was wet and stormy at home, but where we were, it was cool and misty. We truly enjoyed ourselves! Happy Birthday, Grandma, we love you!

On this trip, there were a few first's for Ms. Melanie. First Pixie Stick - a bit tricky at first, but eventually a success. She didn't understand that she shouldn't put her mouth on the wrapper, but just pour the yummy stuff into her mouth. It took several tries, but that girl was determined!First twinkie - can you say yum! Melanie sure can!

We got to visit with a lot of friends (cousins). Melanie and Noelle were so excited all week. "On Saturday, we get to spend the WHOLE DAY with our cousins!" It was almost too good to be true... but it was definitely true! Melanie and Noelle got a lot of freedon walking around with their cousins and playing. I have to admit, as mom, it's really hard for me to just let them go. I feel like I have to watch over them constantly. Perhaps I'm too much of a helicopter. But, I did let them at it. I used my camera as an excuse to stay somewhat close (wouldn't want to miss a good picture moment, would I?)

Above is Charlie, she is too adorable! She is about a year and a half now, and really cute! Below is Grandpa Smithson with Ethan, who will be turing two in August!

Ethan really likes cars! Infact, if he could hold them all at the same time, he would... and he tried!

Dad brought up the Jeep and took the girls on several rides! It was super fun for them.

Hannah provided rides for all the other cousins. She is just about a month away from getting her driving permitt!

Dad thought it was funny to play tricks on Grandpa while he was sleeping. He used a kid's fishing pool to tickle Grandpa's face with a feather. It was pretty entertaining. Grandpa never figured out it was him.

Melanie went on a ride with dad, and came back like this. :)

Oliver woke up Saturday morning with a cold. He was pretty miserable all day long, but he still was full of smiles.

Everyone loves a cot! No really, everyone!

I love that cousins can be your best friend.

We had such a great time. The people were great, the food was good, and the weather was perfect!