Peyton's 2nd Birthday

Since the deck was finished, we really wanted to do Peyton's birthday party outside on it. We had been fishing the whole morning and when we got back Shelly and Stephanie had the whole deck decorated for the festivities. I was so relieved and very surprised that they did this because I was exhausted. It was a good time and Peyton enjoyed his special day.

We enjoyed fabulous BBQed food.

Lynn's having fun with Peyton's new toy

Peyton had fun with the party favors and wasn't too interested in blowing out his candles.

Peyton has been into dump trucks and tractors lately, so I thought of doing this dump truck cake with the dirt dessert in the back of the truck and a brownie cake. Stephanie gave me the idea of using those cute chocolate rocks underneath. I think it turned out great.

Peyton and Eric had so much fun together, they are little buddies! Are ya diggin' for something Erik?

The present that Grandma and Grandpa Gurney gave Peyton took the cake. I didn't get a picture of it, but he got the cutest ride on dump truck that makes noises. All of the kids loved it, especially Peyton!

Peyton didn't want to blow out his candles, but Erik did! So funny!

Visit to Emmett, Idaho

Four days after we moved to Columbus, we flew to Idaho to visit the Gurney's. We got to spend two and a half weeks doing so many fun things. The kids had a blast with their cousins. Porter loved playing the Wii with them. We got to help with their remodel, and Lynn got to build a deck! It was nice being able to hang out with them because it will be awhile until we see them again. Thanks for the fun!

Grandpa wanted to take the boys fishing. We had fun in the boat, but my boys are wimps and wouldn't touch the fish. They had fun looking at them though. I relaxed and slept a little.

Here is the beginning of the deck building

Shelly and I

Joey, Jacob, and Porter hanging out before church

Us girls had so much fun making jewelry. Here are a few of the sets of earrings that I made.

Cute little Sarah is quite out numbered with all of those boys around.

I thought this was cute, but Lynn brought to my attention that it looks like he peed his pants, but dont' worry, he didn't.

Grandpa is relaxing on the newly built deck.

Shelly and I sent the boys on a treasure hunt. They thought that this was the "funnest day ever". They are wearing the pirate gear that was found in their treasure box.

They found the Treasure!

Graduation and Farewell BBQ

The Saxtons Threw Lynn and Craig Chambers a Graduation BBQ. We were so happy they did because it was the Chamber's last night with everyone before they moved. We were so happy that every came and supported. I wish that we would have gotten a huge group picture with everyone, but we only got a few group shots.

Us and the Huyhns. They are the family that got baptized this past year. We have been good friends ever since. We miss them!

Us and the Wilkensons. Tom Wilkinson was our Branch President and I worked with Cathy in the Primary Presidency for three years. They are the best examples and we wish we were still in their company.

Us and the Chambers. Craig graduated from Law school the same day Lynn graduated. Our families were inseprable. They are some of our best friends.

Sweet Maddi and Peyton hugging. So sweet!

Graduation

Graduation was held at the Qwest Center. It is a huge building where all of the concerts are, so we got a great seat. The Dental program also graduated with the Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing, and the Physical Therapy programs. They had a concession stand so we stocked up on popcorn, pop, and a pretzel to keep the kids happy. It was nice to finally see Lynn's hard work pay off!

Peyton loves to make this squinty eye face. I love it, it makes me laugh every time. He enjoyed the popcorn during graduation.

Here is the whole crew waiting for the graduation to begin.

Porter was buddies with Aunt Shelly and Uncle Matt. They got to play the DS, so Porter was entertained the whole time.

This is Lynn's name being called...

Is it working again

Pre-Graduation Festivities

Yeah, Lynn graduated today! I'm so proud of the hard work and dedication that he has put into these past four years. We have been so blessed! This weekend has been a whirlwind. There have been so many festivities to go to, I'm exhausted. We've had a lot of fun with the Gurney's here. Hopefully they've had fun too. Here are some pictures from our weekend:

Lynn got a special surprise on Thursday morning. My parents sent an Edible Arrangement. It was very tasty. Thanks mom and dad!

Thursday: Lynn was inducted into OKU which is the dental honors society.

Gurneys, Binghams, Rohrings

Friday: Lynn at the awards ceremony. He got seven different awards, we couldn't believe it. Way to go hun!

Friday: Lynn just got hooded by Dr. Lanphier and Dr. Stout. Two of his favorite teachers. by the way, lilac is the color of dentistry.

Lynn with is parents Mike and Brenda Gurney

Us after the "hooding"

Most of the Idaho Dental Education Program guys minus two.

Fransens, Brysons, Lords, Gurneys

I will post pictures of the actual graduation tomorrow. These were just from the awards ceremony and the hooding.

Wicked

So when I found out that Wicked was coming to Omaha I really wanted to go, but I never bought tickets. Later my friend Meghan told me that she wanted me to buy her husband's ticket because her boys just got their tonsils out. Of course I bought it! We had so much fun. The costumes were amazing. The singing was amazing. It was all just amazing! It made me want to get into musical theater. Since we went to the early show the theater wasn't as packed so we got to move from our nose bleeds to the 2nd row off the 1st balcony. I've had all of the songs in my head ever since. So much fun!