Camping in Green River

We camped in Green River park which we weren't sure about until we got there. No one had ever stayed there that we knew of and as we drove into town, I got worried. The town had one grocery store, one restaurant and one truck stop. Once we pulled through the gate we saw a very nice campground right next to a golf course. Pat immediately had wished he had brought his golf clubs. We actually had the two nicest spots in the campground.
The boys loved helping set up the tent and exploring. They also became true boys and climbed their first tree. They did pretty good going up but both got stuck and couldn't get back down.
I love seeing them grow and become young boys, moving out of the toddler phase that is for sure.

Austin was so proud of himself.

and of course there is only one way to end a camping trip....with a bandage. No, it was not from the tree but falling down the steps of the Fontenots camper. He was a trooper but it sure left its mark.

All in all what a great trip to Lake Powell and ending with a four day camp out.

Goblin Valley

We took a short day trip to Goblin Valley and it was right down the boys' lane. Most of the rocks were small enough they could climb on them and climb they did. Austin was leading the way and doing a great job until....
he got tired a needed a ride from Bryce.

Double trouble

Love seeing my boys have a great time exploring

Just a quick break

Hero man!

I love my family

Yes, Pat thinks he is king

Sean and Bryce at the top, no one else had the energy or desire to climb to the top

Silly boys no matter where we go

tough too, just look at their muscles. They must be Arkansas tough.

Mom and her boys taking a little break and enjoying the view

Love hanging out with Sean. What an awesome kid.

This one way to show just how neat this place is when comparing it to us.

This is one of my favorite photos, love this guy.

Daddy and his boys

One of the rock formations as we were leaving.

This was a really neat place and I am so glad we spent the day there with the kids. They all enjoyed it and they all slept well that night too.

Lake Powell Fun

We had the privilege to spend a week of our summer vacation with our friends the Montrone's on a houseboat in Lake Powell. I do believe at one time there were about 22 people on the boat. We had a great time. Here is a photo of the cove and the houseboat. It was was peaceful and calm. From the top deck, this is where we would sit at night and have dinner and drinks and just reflect on the day.
We took a couple of day trips out to explore some the canyons and it was amazing. There is no way to explain it is something everyone should see in person.

One of the tour guides. I am quite certain Austin knew exactly where we needed to go.

Mommy and Colby just chillin in the back on the way back to the houseboat.

Mommy and boys just having a good ole time for the afternoon.

Monster boys on the boat.

Pat cooking up our favorite sausage to share with everyone.

All four of us headed out to explore....this was before Austin grabbed the throttle and dumped all 4 of us off in the water where Pat came up with a bloody nose.

Sean and Pat headed out to tear up the lake.

I am pretty sure Sean and Trevor fished every day and at one point they both hooked the same fish.

Pat teaching the boys how to fish...hope they catch something soon.

Luckily they both caught a fish.

Shower time. Colby was not sure about taking a shower in the lake with his swimsuit on and life jacket but he went along with it.

In one of the coves where we had lunch, drinks, showers and fun

Pat and Colby out for a little father-son time

Sean challenged Pat to a race, Pat won.

Colby and Austin had so much fun in the water. They loved swimming right off the back of the boat.

Funny Austin! Ready to hit the water and look for fish.

This is what our sunsets looked like I actually caught Sean still enough for a quick shot.

Cuddle time at night, as the sun goes down and we prepare for another day of fun.

This was just a great family vacation. The families we vacationed with were great and we had the best time. It was very hard to leave but hopefully there will be another trip to Lake Powell in the future.

Our first trip to the lake

We finally got our boat out of storage and ready for the lake for this summer. The boys couldn't wait to get it in the water.

They had such a good time that they all 3 crashed as we drove back to the boat ramp. Yes, Austin was asleep in this picture. Austin was telling Sean to slow down as he was wake boarding. I am not sure how he thought Sean would be able to slow down but he meant it.
Colby was doing a great job watching Sean and holding the orange safety flag.
Our boys had a great time chillin on the lake

The coolest, most handsome driver

Best Buddies

Hey Mommy, look at me!

"Daddy I want to go really really fast, but not too fast"

Hey I am to cool, no hands.

Go faster!

The boys loved riding in the tube together.

Sean had his hands full with the boys but they laughed the whole time.

Daddy getting ready to show his stuff.

Let's see if Mommy still has it.

yes, she does.

Like Father like Son

The cutest driver on the lake...ok yes I am talking about Colby.

We had such a good time and we look forward to many many more trips to the lake.