Sunday, June 5, 2011

"Happy" Campers

We took off for the white mountains over Memorial Day. We were hoping to enjoy a weekend of camping. It turned out to be a whole lot of work! We were in 3 different locations, for 3 different nights.
Our first day was extremely windy. We had to build a barricade out of tarps, just to light our barbecue. That night felt like it lasted forever. Our tent sounded like it was going to blow over from the wind. (Kade slept for a solid 12 hours.)
The next day we were warned about 65 mile an hour winds, and no fires allowed. That sounded miserable, so we packed up our whole camp. We called Rob's Aunt and Uncle, and were invited to stay there. A couple of Rob's cousins were staying there also, so we stayed up late and played games. (We were also able to shower. Heavenly!)
Monday we were off to a new campsite, and it was a gorgeous day. We were finally able to play, ride in the mule, shoot some guns, cook yummy food, and have a nice time. Little did we know, we wouldn't get much sleep... The temperature dropped down to a freezing 26 degrees. It was another miserable night. (Kade slept for a solid 12 hours.) Even our dog was shivering on his bed, inside the tent. By 5 am I was in the car, with the heater on, and Boe and I were sleeping.
That was enough camping for me, for awhile...

A happy dog, on his way to the campsite.
Heading out on a mule ride.
The men trying to make a mountain bike jump out of a fallen log, blocking the trail.
Success
Kade & his cousin Gavin, playing Cars Dominoes.
All of the kids, resting after a hike.
Kade being a Samurai (with a stick).

Our friends, Scott & Mel, heading up the mountain.
Remi & Kade, riding in the back.
Fun times...

Sunday, May 1, 2011

His Name Was Easter

We drove over to Yuma, for Easter weekend, to spend some time with my family. The Easter bunny, called "Easter" by Kade, comes to the Country Club, and they "hide" the eggs on the golf course. (The word "hide" is used very loosely, see later photo...) We had a good time picking artichokes, playing golf, shopping, heading to Mexico, swimming, riding scooters, beating Rob at croquet :), and spending time with family.
The whole fam, plus some family friends, at brunch.
Kade's stocking up on eggs. He won the prize for "The Most Eggs Found". My Mom and I had to carry little trash bags for Kade to throw his eggs into. He found 105!!!!
We needed a bigger basket...
Searching for eggs...
He couldn't get enough cuddles from "Easter".

Grand Canyon - Phantom Ranch

I hiked the Grand Canyon (South Kaibab Trail/Bright Angel Trail) on Friday 4/29/11. It was good times except I wish Karli would have come. In the picture left to right is Damien Hill, Russ Perkins, Jen Perkins, Eric Eagar, Kim Eagar and Rob Eagar. It was an amazing hike! Gorgeous!

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Race Running

Kade & I participated in Pat's Run, a couple of weeks ago. We met up w/ some friends, and had a fun time in all of the chaos and excitement.
Kade & Karli

Yes, my son is stretching before his big run. (.42 miles)
Doesn't he have great form?

He loved having his shirt signed by all of the Sundevil "football guys."



After I crossed the finish line. (Kade had been napping for my entire race, 4.2 miles.)

Kade and his buddy, Nate, loved Clifford the Big Red Dog!

Katie, Karli, & all of the kids.

I couldn't believe how many people show up for this race in Tempe... over 28,000!
It was a really neat event, and I'm so glad that Kade & I had a chance to be a part of it. He loved finishing the race by ending up on the Sundevil football field!
(We were sad that Rob had to stay home and paint mailboxes w/ the scouts, to help them earn money for high adventure camp. :()

Saturday, April 2, 2011

March Madness

enough said...

A Visit With Friends

My fabulous friend Lisa (from California) along with her husband and 2 kids, came to town for a visit. Her Grandma Mimi moved down here a couple of months ago, so the whole family flew in to spend time with her, and a little time with us.

We spent a little time at the Tucson International Wildlife Museum. (And it seems to be the only place where I took any picture. Sad. :( )
Audrey striking a pose under the giraffe.
Kade's favorite were the black bears.
Crazy man
Lioness Audrey
Kade says, "Roar!"
Reid the friendly lion
The kids made wishes in the fountain...
Audrey : "I wish to be a Doctor."
Kade : "I wish to be a football guy."
Reid : "I wish to be a NBA basketball player."
Do we see a pattern here?
I love their BIG wishes!
Me & Lisa
Audrey & Kade, before saying, "goodbye".
Thanks for visiting Manley family. We had fun! Come back soon!
And next time we promise to get a picture of Ben and Rob in here somewhere... :)

Before the Big Race