Where in the world . . .

Where in the world have I been for a month? Well, we've been here and there and trying to keep up with life. One big highlight was our yearly family vacation this summer - lots of driving, fun, family, water, and a lot of dirt.

We traveled to Utah to spend time with our families and attend the annual Brinkerhoff reunion - that's where the dirt comes in. I think my kids stayed "clean" for a total of 30 seconds after they left the truck. No, it was really fun hanging out with family you don't get to see very much. Plus, we got to go on some nature hikes and four-wheeler rides. Austin got to catch his first bugs and Emma loved every minute of camping.

The rest of the week was spent in the water - yes it's hot up in Utah too, and some cousin fun. A little water park fun, a ride down the slip and slide, and short trip to the city pool (which we got kicked out of) - now there's a story. We had been at the pool for about 30 minutes when Austin choked on the water. Stuff went in the water and the life guard saw it. A blow of the whistle and the whole pool was evacuated and out came a whole team of lifeguards to shock the pool. And that's not the best part. We were waiting to dry off on a metal bench screwed to the wall - 3 adults and 4 kids when boom, we hit the ground. (watch the slideshow for some fun pix). Moral of the story - wear a disguise when going to the Hurricane city pool.

All in all - we made some great memories. We certaintly won't forget it. :)