Hike around Lost Lake

Lost Lake is a beautiful lake that is basically in our backyard in Hood River. Growing up in such an amazing area, we would go camping, hang out in the woods and spend a lot of our time outdoors while growing up. I don't think you really appreciate what you grow up with until you don't get to see it everyday.

On Thursday we decided to hike around the lake with Jeremy, Devin (Jeremy's friend visiting from Florida who was stationed in Italy with him) and Anna and the girls. The kids did such a good job, the weather was perfect and the scenery... nothing short of breathtaking! 

Lucky to grow up with this in your backyard! 

Jeremy made a new friend while on our hike! 

Kisses for our new friend

Handsome boy was so excited to walk the last 1/2 mile at the end!

Can't post without some cute instagram pictures...

Happy Anniversary : Eeeek 5 years!

July 21st (same day as the 1st Birthday Bash) and exactly one year after bringing Brayden home from the hospital, Jarrod and I celebrated our 5 year anniversary. Our marriage hasn't been picture perfect, I don't think too many are. But, I wouldn't change a thing. We are happier, stronger as a couple and better people because of all the things we have gone through.

Lets take a look back at that amazing day...

The lyrics to our wedding song "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

Because my mom was in town for Brayden's birthday, we asked her to stay and watch him while we went out to dinner and a movie. We had already had a big day with the birthday and all. We decided to go to one of our favorite restaurants PF Changs and do a little shopping. As we were at dinner enjoying each others company and reflecting on our previous year (like we do every aniversary) we also talked about how tired we were! So needless to say, we ditched the movie and were home by 10:30!! My mom thought it was quite amusing we were home so early haha. 

Here is to another amazing year with the most amazing husband

1st Birthday Party Day! Photo Post

You only turn one once... that was our motto for Brayden's first birthday! Jarrod and I decided on a circus theme birthday party at a park up the street from our house. We had snow cones, popcorn, hot dogs, candy and amazing cupcakes by my friend Lindsey who owns Frosted! It turned out great, the weather was amazing and I think Brayden had a lot of fun! 

I must give a BIG shout out to my friends for their help in setting up and taking down! I also must give a BIG shout out to my family for watching Brayden! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WHAT THE NEXT BIRTHDAY PARTY HAS IN STORE!