Happy 4th of JULY!!!

For the 4th we went to Cortez. My sister came out from NC as well as my parents. It was fun seeing them and my Grandpa as well. My Grandpa fell just before we got there and hurt his arm really bad. I helped bandage it up a few times, and it was really gross! I worry about him a lot, being there all by himself, but I was glad that we could be there to help him out. I love Colorado so much. I used to spend summers there staying with my Grandma. I sure do miss her whenever I go up there. It's great to visit, but it just isn't the same. While we were there we went white-water rafting in Durango and to see the fireworks. It was a quick trip, but very fun.

Britton Family Reunion 2009

In June we went to Missouri for ten days for our family reunion. We originally did not think that Jeremy was going to be able to get any time off from work, so it was just me and the kids for the first few days. The kids and I flew into St. Louis, and we spent a couple of days there with Jeremy's family. It was soooo humid!! I guess I've forgotten how humid the weather can be there in the summer. We went to the St. Louis Zoo Saturday. Every time we passed a fountain or waterfall (any water feature really), the kids would get in the water every chance they could to cool off. Apparently I didn't get any pictures from the zoo, but it was a very nice zoo. Sunday was Father's Day and we went to church. Jeremy's cousin, Ben was being ordained to the office of Elder, so we got to be there for that. After church we took some family pictures (without Jeremy) and then went to Jeremy's aunt's house for some great food. Jeremy's Grandpa has a BBQ restaurant, and I love his food. After we left St. Louis, we went to Branson and stayed in a REALLY nice resort. Jeremy's sister, Jessi works for the Marriott, so we got three rooms there. Each room room had two bedrooms, a full kitchen, family room area, and even laundry room. While we were in Branson we swam at the resort nearly every day. We also went boating at the lake and went to one of the shows in town. The show was the Liverpool Legends. They were pretty good, and sounded just like the Beatles. Finally we went back to Jeremy's parents house and Jeremy got to come out. The kids had fun playing with all of their cousins. It was great to get to see Tucker and Maddi, whom we hadn't even met yet. They are so cute! Maddi had her 1st b-day while we were there too. So we had a little party for her one night. We also went to Silver Dollar City, which is this great amusement park in Branson. Mallorie even went on this huge roller coaster that goes from 0-70 in 3 seconds or something like that. I guess my girl's a lot braver than me. It was a really fun trip, and it was great to see all of the family, who we love and miss so much.

It's Like a Totally 80's Flashback

Homeboy Destry and Flock of Seagulls Mark

Natalie, Staci, Angie, and me. My bubble is so small!
Angie and the birthday boy.

I couldn't get Thomas Magnum to wear the nifty short-shorts that come up so high on his waist that they're nearly in his pits. Maybe he would've if I'd bought him the red Ferrari. Oh, well. I actually think he looks more like the guy from Reno 911 than Tom Selleck in this.
Natalie and J'dee (It's Mullet Time)



Aqua Net Hairspray, leg-warmers, and Rollerskating - We had such a RAD time at our friend's 30th birthday party. I even got the prize for best costume because it was totally narly.

Random Pictures

The kids played T-ball in June. Apparently I didn't get a picture of Mallorie playing. I'll have to scan her professional picture or something later. Love the kid sitting down on the job behind Kolby.
Loving the warmer weather and rides on the mower.



Oh my cheesy-grinned boy!

One Proud Piano Teacher

In May I had my first piano recital for my students. As you can see, I only have a few. (I do have a few openings, if anyone is interested.) One of my students, Garrett could not make it that night unfortunately. He would have been great if he had been there, I'm sure. The other four did a terrific job! I am so proud of them and look forward to our Christmas recital.