My parents decided to have a little family gettogether in St. George. Unfortuantly Eric couldn't get off work, so that meant I got to fly with the 2 kids. Donald and Emma were on my flight so I we had 3 adults to 3 kids.

 Before Take off.

 Ellie wanted to chat with all the other people on the flight.

 Eating a pop tart and watching a movie like a boss.

 As soon as we got to my parents house, Q went straight for his toys and shared some with Ellie.

 We also went to Jon and Cyndy's and swam. It was super hot, and he could have swam in their pool, but he really liked swimming in their "little pool" The hot tub was only like 94 degrees so it wasn't too hot for him.

 We also had to do some yard work around the house. Q thought working in the rocks with a shovel was the greatest thing ever!

 Q, Audrey and Grandpa

 Audrey starting to smile and talk to Grandma

 Working boys

 This boy loves dirt

 We went to a park, and this gang of ducks attacked us. The Goose was the leader.

 Donald and Ellie were in the playground for protection.

 Q made a new friend Luke. He was so excited to have another little boy to play with.

 Pretending they were monkeys.

And our flight home. Till Thanksgiving!!

 Morning Snuggles while watching a movie so Mom can shower!

 Love this girl!

 Swimming at Grandma Dolders pool. It was funny that the shirt fit but the bottoms were way too big!

 More morning snuggles. He was pretending to sleep

 Laughing and smiling in her sleep.

 Kisses from mom.

 Family supporting BYU during the first game of the season!

 Audrey, Grandma Dolder and Dad at Deception Pass.

 Family pictures on Whidbey Island. Q was loving all the bubbles by this shop!
GO Hawks!

 Brunette!

 He never does this! So tired he passed out.

 Deception Pass

 Small smile

 Mariners Game with Brittany!

Cousins supporting the Hawks!

Q and I went to San Jose to visit my mom. My dad was going to be in Chicago all week, and she wanted company. Q and I were happy to help.

We went a few days before my dad had to leave though so we could spend some time with him too! On Friday we went to the Monterrey Aquarium. My cousin Liz and her 3 kids came down from Tracey to join us. Q LOVES her daughter Anna. I think the feeling is mutal because she was with him at all times.

 While looking at the Hammerhead Sharks he only would let Grandpa hold him. He was a little scared of such big fish, but Grandpa got him smiling. I love this picture!

 Q is making a Fish Face here. He was trying to talk to the Fish.

 See what I mean by Love?

The next day, Saturday, my Dad had tickets to the Giants game in San Fran, or "The City" as the locals call it. We were kinda just expecting decent seats.

 No, no- we got like 15 rows behind home plate. With our own eating area! Also it was Metallica Day so we were able to rock out with Metallica!

The stadium has the cutest little area for little kids. They have a place where they can hit and run the bases. Q was pretty excited, however when it was his turn to hit the ball and run, he hit the ball then ran into outfield and rolled around. We may need to work on what you do AFTER hitting.


On Monday, my mom and I took Q to a petting zoo/kid amusement park.

He was terrified of both the Carosel and feeding the goats. It was super funny. His favorite activity was playing on the slides and just running around.

The rest of the week we just hung out around my moms house, did some shopping and played. We were both super sad to go home, but excited to see Eric. Cant wait till we get to go back and do it all again!

I cant believe I am actually going to blog about something that just happened! It seems I am usually a month or 2 late.

Both families spend Thanksgiving in St. George. We love it! I went early to hang out with my family since they were getting there before Erics. We had so much fun! As a warning this is photo overload.

 We had an early morning flight. He loved the fish on the floor. We walked around and found all of them. Did you know some of the fish have luggage?

 Q was in heaven! He loved watching all the trucks and airplanes!

 He had to show his little monkey Pete.

 Q is such a cute cousin. Sadly Ellie isn't old enough to enjoy all the sharing Q does. Ellie was on the floor and Q came over to share his cereal. We had turned out backs for 2 seconds and next thing I see Ellie has Cherrios all over her face, and in her hair. Some had made it to her mouth. Luckily she didn't swallow any. But he still thought she would enjoy them!

 Grandpa had gone to the store to buy the Lightening McQueen chair for Q, but all he wanted to do was cuddle with Grandpa!

 That afternoon we went and hiked Snow Canyon with my Uncle Jon and my cousin J.

 One of my favorite pictures!

 It was SOO windy! Q was worried he would get blown off Grandpa.

 My Aunt and Uncle have 3 dogs, and Q kept trying to go in the doggie door. He is trying to get their attention.

 Now he is instructing them how to use the door.

 My piano had to be tuned and fixed while we were there. I have never seen a piano taken apart! Its so beautiful!

 We were saying a prayer, and I couldn't help capture this sweet moment with Q and my mom. This is how he always prays. One arm folded the other.

 We also threw my cousin a baby shower! She is having a little girl and we had the best shower! Look how cute the cupcakes are!

 We made her a basket of all our favorite baby items!

 Thanksgiving we were at my parents house.

 My mom made her world famous rolls! They were to die for as usual.

 Our Turkey.

 With Eric's family we went and hiked Dixie Rock. Prepare yourself for some cute pictures!

 He didn't want any help climbing rocks or walking around. There were some steep cliffs so we were all a little worried. But he wanted to do it alone.

He kept calling for the water.

Our flight home was at 1035 PM. It was 45 minutes delayed. We didn't end up getting home till 3:30am. SO early!!  But we were so sad to leave! If only we could have stayed longer. We are already planning a trip when Eric is on Spring Break.