Friday, January 22, 2010

The New JB -- Down 60 lbs




My son Bryson at a soccer practice back in August 2009 said, "Dad you are fat and you are going to die." In his 5 year old inocence he was begging me to get in shape because I was constantly out of breath and could not keep up with those little 5 year old studs.
So here are some pics because of Bryson's motivating words.



Sunday, August 9, 2009

Hiking with Fawn and Jerry. . .

We spend the day yesterday (Sat.) with Fawn and Jerry at their home in Silver Reef. We swam, rode four-wheelers, hiked and ate like kings and queens. This is us hiking to this cool kiln that was built by Italians in 1885. They used it to burn wood and then hauled the cinders to the silver mine to use. There is a well maintaned trail to it so it wasn't to strenous for us old folks.
One of the COOLEST DUDES that I know. Jerry and Fawn are some of the funnest people I have ever hung out with. They act like they are our age and more fun than people who really are our age. We love them. Thanks for the fun day.
My gangsta boy. He really does think he's all that. What a stud!!!



This is a window towards the top of the kiln. It is probably twenty feet above the ground and the kiln is around twenty five feet high.


Our family at the entrance to the kiln. Rough lookin' bunch, eh?!? Good times!



Picture Tribute to My Grandpa Rex. . .

Grandpa and JB shootin' the s- - -!!
My girl with her Great-Grandpa.

Good Buddies.






Little Brinley can always be counted on to put a smile on his face! Such a great man, I love and admire him so much.




More Reception Photos. . .

Best friends. These two are really close and love each other except for the times they're beating each other up!!
The Father and Mother of the Groom, Ron, Gayle (my mon's sister) and their oldest son, Devin.

Drayson, the Groom's little brother (He's a senior in High School this year) workin' it with the ladies!!!! He was quick to tell us that he "had history" with the cutie in the middle! You go Drayson! I arranged this photo op. so he could get close to her. You owe me.



This is my mom, Connie and her Mom, LaPrell. The Olsen women ROCK!!


My cousin, Jason's wife Katy and two of her kids. I have a beautiful family and they're cool too. All in all, it was an awesome night and so much fun to hang with the cousins and to see all of our kids playing together. Can't wait to do it again! (In about 5 years, Drayson!!!)




Random Pictures at the Reception. . .

Brinley and her girl cousins.
Jadelyn and Breanna growing up tooooooo fast.


My Grandpa, Rex, and I. He is getting old and in bad health so I have taken lots of pics of him and my family. Who knows how much longer we will have the privilege of knowing him in this life...I love you Grandpa.

Uncle Dennis, my mom's brother, JB and Grandpa Rex. Hansome men, aren't they?




Desirae, Elle, Kellan, Grandma LaPrell, and Cooper enjoy the crepes'.



Mr. and Mrs. Dallin Ball, August 1, 2009

My cousin, Dallin, marries Hannah in the Manti Temple, Aug. 1, 2009. What a beautiful couple and a beautiful wedding! Congratulations!!

Once again, I have posted backwards! Oh well. This is at the end of the reception at the cake cutting. Yes, right after this photo, this gorgeous cake was smashed into each other's face. I gues it's tradition, right?


Our beautiful Breanna with the new couple.


Bryson loves weddings. They were kind enough to pose while in their reception line. Thanks guys.



Leaving the Temple doors as Mr. and Mrs. We love you two.




Santa Clara Warriors. . .

Braden's baseball team, the Warriors, played in three tournements this summer. They took 1st in two of them and 3rd in the other. Braden played first base, third base and right field. He hit well all season, hitting in the winning runs in their last game!! It was fun traveling with them and supporting the team. Can't wait to do it again next spring!!