Ryder’s Soccer Team

 Ryder’s soccer team had two games in Bozeman today. Luke and I came along to cheer him on. They won both games! Ryder played defender the whole time and is getting really good at that position! He played great! The three of us had a fun little trip together. The weather was beautiful and we loved seeing all the fall colors.

Brad stayed home to watch Tenley’s volleyball game and Kade’s soccer game. Tenley had a great game and her team swept the opponent! Kade’s game was windy and one of his best defenders was out due to and injury. They lost 1-3. 

I made it back tonight to get Ryder and Luke to a party. Kade and Tenley both had parties as well. They all had fun with their friends!

Junior and Alyssa’s Wedding

 It was so good to be here for Junior’s wedding! I loved seeing my family, catching up with extended family, eating yummy food, enjoying beautiful Utah, and helping my sister out with what I could. I think I love weddings so much because they bring family together for such a happy b occasion.

Sunsets from an Airplane

 It was a busy day today with co-op, Kade’s soccer game, and a flight to Salt Lake! Co-op was crazy but Ryder and Luke loved it. Kade’s soccer game was hard to watch the first half. Kade got scored on three times. But the team played so well the second half! They won the second half 1-0 and I count that as a huge win! Kade rallied hard and may have a black eye soon from a crazy one on one save.

I was able to see his whole game and then Brad ran me to the airport. I had the best flight to Salt Lake and I’m so excited to be here for my nephew’s wedding tomorrow. The flight was quiet and peaceful and the view was heaven! It was so gorgeous the whole way. The sunset was incredible. My parents were kind enough to pick me up. I’m so grateful to have a few days with my family here.

I got to FaceTime Brad and the kids before they went to bed and everyone seems to be doing really well!

Ty

 Ty spoke in church today and gave such a great report about his mission and such a good talk about immersing yourself in the gospel and not letting other things take the gospel’s place in our life. He has matured so much and it was so so good to be there. We got to see a lot ot the Hobson’s as well and enjoyed a delicious steak taco meal with everyone. We left after eating to try and make it home before 10. The whole trip was less than 24 hours but it was definitely worth it to give Ty a hug. We love him! He’s Kade’s closest cousin and I’m glad we were able to make it down there.

Video Calls

 We traveled back home today and had to say goodbye to the Murdocks. We got to go to church with them which was nice and our road trip home went really well. It’s nice to be back home with the dogs.

Brad video chatted with us tonight. It was so good to see him and Kade and all the other boys! He took us on a tour of the floating lodge. The sun was setting and it was so beautiful.

Tenley

 We got Tenley back today! It’s so good to have her back with us. It was fun to hear all about FSY in person from her, Elly, and JT. 

We helped the Murdocks hang their basketball hoop in their gym. Well, we didn’t really help, but we watched! It was a big project but they got it done! We got to hang out with Cannon and cuddle with Rooke all day too.

Brad and Kade caught a lot of fish and are having so much fun!

Safe Travels

 Brad, Kade, all of his brothers and his Dad finally made it to their fishing grounds. It took a lot longer than they expected it would to get there. Because of the weather they weren’t able to fly the small plane to the lodge so they weren’t able diverted to the other side of the island and took a bus and a boat ride instead. They finally had dinner after 10 pm! I hope tomorrow is a better day for them! 

Tenely had a great last day at FSY. I can’t wait to see her tomorrow! And Ryder, Luke and I made it to Idaho Falls! 

Adventures for the Kids

 My little family is spread out in three different places right now. Tenley is still at BYU and Brad and Kade left for Canada this morning. It was a long drive for them but they made in time for dinner and to walk around the city and see the World Cup venue with Kyle and Max. I think they’re having a great time!

Tenley must have been really busy today because I didn’t get to hear from her very much. But from what she did say it was a good day!

Ryder, Luke and I had a good day as well. They had their last soccer game tonight and they rocked it! Ryder kicked a cross to Luke and Luke scored a goal! It was such a fun season having them on the same team!

Road Trips

 I drove to Idaho Falls and back today. I needed to get Tenley to Idaho Falls by Sunday night but I have some things going on tomorrow so I decided to do a day trip today. It actually went a lot better than I thought. I was worried I’d be really tired but I found a great audio book that kept me awake. I had fun talking with Tenley on the way down too. I miss her but I know she’s in great hands with the Murdocks! She’s going to have so much fun at FSY next week.

I got to meet my newest great nephew, Roomke, today as well. He is such a precious little boy!!

The boys got some chores done at home and then went and picked huckleberries. They were hoping to escape the heat up in the mountains, but it was still really hot up there. They found a lot of huckleberries though!

Family Reunions

 We just got back from the Hobson family reunion at Williams Lake in Salmon Idaho and it was amazing. I loved meeting my new great niece and great nephews and catching up with the whole family. Between the exciting lightning storm, playing cards, eating delicious food, and spending most of the day on the paddle board, it was a relaxing and memorable trip. Ryder led his younger cousins in the flag ceremony which was really sweet to watch. My kids all had such a blast with their cousins. I only wish it was longer! Although we were all pretty tired driving home today so maybe it was time to be done. We can’t wait to see them all again soon.