Family Reunion Update

A highlight in July was going to Utah for a Rowen family reunion. It had been way too long since we had seen some of our family--and there was some family we hadn't even met yet. We had one week to jam pack with as much fun as possible and I think we suceeded. We can't wait for next time. Hopefully sooner rather than later!

Hilary with hubby Lewis. Are they cute or what?

Emma got this hat for her birthday a few weeks ago and thought that a hike up Rock Canyon would be the perfect place to try it out.

Mark and I with the kids and cousin Austin

On the way down the canyon, the boys were learning how to whistle.

Matthew loved Austin

Grand daddy of us all.

Abbie's birthday fell during our trip. We all had a great time celebrating with her.

As you see, Matthew got in on the action. Baby Grace with mommy Deana!

Matthew loves Eric.

Here's the Birthday girl!!

A little bit too much noise at Abbie's birthday party.

We love having lunch at the Garden restaurant at the top of the Joseph Smith Memorial Building.

Cute Emma in front of the SL Temple

Secret fishing spot of Grandpa's. The family was up at the crack of dawn to go fishing with Grandpa Rowen. The excitement got them out of bed...the donuts kept them going.

Abbie's first fish, what a beauty! Cousin Maddy was next with her fish.

Way to go Emma!

Here's Collin's with his catch of the day. The kids kept uncle Eric busy baiting all morning.

Unfortunately, you just can't force an almost two year old to sit for a picture when he has other things on his mind. The rest of the kids and grandparents had a great time though!