Zoo outing with Grandpa Peless

 

While daddy was hard at work studying for his class we decided to leave the house so he could have quiet time. Grandpa took us to the Saginaw Children's Zoo. Micali and Eli loved the train, and carosel the most. We went in the afternoon and it was pretty hot. It seemed that most of the animals were sleeping. It's a great place for the kids, there are a combination of zoo and farm animals and there isn't too much walking. My favorites are the kangaroos and the monkeys. Elijah rode the carosel 3 times and was so sad when we had to leave. I think we will be going back there to visit before we leave Michigan.

Nauvoo Family Reunion

 

We met up with part of my family in Nauvoo. We rented a huge bunkhouse and had a great time all staying together. THere was lots of late night partying, yummy food, talking, ice cream, wrestling. A great time was had by all. Sad I didn't take more pictures but was preoccupied with a sick Eli. Now 2 weeks later and another Dr. visit I think that his ears should finally start feeling better and hopefully we can all get some sleep.

Random Roadtrip Pictures

 

We have been traveling........
We drove from Utah to Kansas, Kansas to South Carolina, South Carolina to Virginia, Virginia to Indiana, Indiana to Illinois, Illinois to Michigan. Along the way have have seen lots of great places and soooo many great people. It has been great spending time with so many friends we haven't seen since getting married. The kids did great traveling. In the picture you can see that KFC macaroni is not a good choice for eating while buckled in. Oh well it kept him happy for a few miles.

Myrtle Beach!!

 

 

 

I don't have time to do this post justice but I just have to say that Myrtle Beach was AWESOME. We totally loved it. I know it helps to have great friends to vacation with but this place was totally family friendly also. A great place to visit with young kids. We had a blast soaking up the sun. I think the pictures show just how much fun we had.

Marie Samyn Westhoff

 

My grandma Westhoff died on June 1st. We were fortunate to be in town to attend her graveside service. She had a very contagious laugh and taught us all the importance of hard work. I remember going over to her house and sheering sheep, milking goats, and her HUGE garden. I am happy that she can no reunite with Grandpa who has been gone for nearly 20 years.

Preston's Birthday Party

 

WAY back on Memorial Day we were able to go to Preston's birthday. It was great to see family and Micali especially liked feeding and riding the little calf.