Sunriver OR

We had our family reunion this year at Sunriver, OR.  It was so awesome!  The house was great with a big backyard, hot tub, horse shoes, a hammock and huge deck for us to enjoy.  The kids spent hours on their bikes everyday.  We went to the high desert museum where the kids could see animals and how the land was settled.  They pumped water from a well and scrubbed clothes on a washboard and hung them out to dry.  It was so cute. 

Hyrum with Uncle Travis

We also saw lots of wildlife including deer and river otters. We hiked through the lava cave with headlamps.  The kids were cold and LaurieAnn was scared but it was definitely something to remember.  We spent lots of time around the river on walks and we did some bridge jumping here.  My kids were so brave!  Gabby did it twice even before Doug had jumped!

Beetle

So my camera is broken at the moment, but last night one of these invaded our campfire on the patio.  I have never seen one before but they are big and can fly.  It is called a lined june beetle.  We caught it to show the kids when they woke up and discovered what it was thanks to google and wikipedia.  The claw things on the front flare out when it flies like giant eyelashes.

Tribute

My grandfather, Richard Avery Dyer, Sr. passed away on July 4th.  There was a wonderful funeral and tribute to him on Saturday. 

This is my grandma's sister, Gloria.  I about cried when I saw her because I could see Grandma in her.  There is a sense of relief that Grandma and Grandpa are finally back together, but I am sad because it is the end of an era.

July 4th

Independence Day was celebrated on the 3rd this year.  We love going to the Mays pool to swim and BBQ.  Great food, great company, great show. 

Sunday the 4th we sat outside and watched the fireworks with our newest neighbors.

A few sparklers left!

This is my favorite picture from the 4th.

Vancouver Rodeo

We love a good rodeo!  The kids couldn't get enough of the horses.