Swasey Family Reunion

This weekend we headed up to the Swasey reunion. It was a long drive, but the end result was beautiful. Adelaide was the most excited to go camping. She had a wonderful time playing with Kaylie and the dirt. Gwen loved being out and walking around. She collected rocks, and leaves and dirt. I'm grateful for my family and the opportunity to spend time in the great outdoors.

Seven Peaks

We ventured to Seven Peaks water park last week. We have the Pass of all Passes so we get in free. Cynthia and Trevor have it too. So Cynthia and loaded up the kids. Adelaide had a blast. She loved playing in the water and going down the slide. Gwen just about fell asleep in her floater. I received a nice little sunburn from missing a spot on my back. It was great fun and I look forward to more days there.

First Sprinkler Run

Today we ventured out to our sad, dead, backyard and turned on the sprinkler! Adelaide loved it Gwen screamed and came running to me. Lately Gwen is not loving water. So sad because I was really looking forward to swimming this summer. Hopefully it passes soon. Anyway, we had fun. And can I just tell you how happy I am that instagram is on the android. It makes picture taking a breeze. Which makes blogging easy. Oh man look forward to the Murdock blog getting lots of updates this summer.

Going to the Temple!

May 26th was a wonderful day. I was honored and excited to see my brother and his wife receive their endowments and be sealed to each other and their daughter. I'm so happy for them! Lisa asked me to be her escort. It was my first time being an escort. Everything went smoothly at least from what I could see. I snatched a few pictures that day.

Congratulations Robert, Lisa and Mackinzy!

Ward Garden

Our ward was given a piece of land to garden. This morning we went out as a family and helped clear the soil, dig and plant. It was a wonderful experience and the spirit was strong. The girls loved the dirt and being outside.

Surprise!!

This year for Richard's birthday we celebrated for about 2 weeks. He has been working so hard and with his new calling as executive secretary, he has been busy. It all started with an early birthday present from my mom, stepdad and me. It was an iPad! He loves it. Then I decided that to throw him a surprise party. I wasn't sure I could pull it off, but the look on his face as he came through the door clearly stated that I did. He did not make it easy, he kept saying he was going to take the door off from work or that he was coming home early. I was sweating bullets all day. I have to give a big thanks to Cynthia, Tracy and David for helping me get everything ready. Also, thank you to all that made it out. Without all our friends support it wouldn't have been much of a party.

 Apparently the anticipation wasn't enough to keep Adelaide awake.

Surprise! I just love that face.

Happy Birthday Richard! You are the most wonderful part of my life and I'm grateful that I can celebrate with you. 

Happy Mother's Day

Today has been wonderful! Richard has pampered me. I'm actually not sure how I will go back to normal life. The day started with breakfast in bed. He made pancakes and cheesecake filled strawberries. So yummy. He watched the girls all morning so I could relax and get ready. At church he took care of Gwen when she became unruly which is most of Sacrament these days. He cleaned the kitchen and made me a strawberry cheesecake. I feel like the luckiest woman in the world. I love my husband and I adore our girls.