A camping we will go...

A couple of weekends ago, we decided to get out of the heat and go camping up at Navajo Lake. While packing we soon realized we didn't have much for camping gear except a tent. Anth is the only one with a sleeping bag and we didn't even have a lantern, cook stove, foam pads, etc. We went anyway. We bought a single blow-up mattress and had another we have collected. We took all the blankets in the house and borrowed our neighbors cook stove. I would say we were roughing it, to say the least. We had to be in a designated campsite if we wanted to have a fire, and we would have froze without one. I prefer camping out in the open where you are not around people on all sides, but it was okay. Our neighbor campers actually were really nice and helped us gather wood. Because of lack of supplies, we roasted hot dogs for dinner and had pancakes for breakfast. It was pretty primitive just because we weren't fully prepared. We even forgot wet wipes for Tanner. It was a good first trip and now we know what to start acquiring if we are going to go camping again, which we probably will since we have two little boys. In the morning, the boys went down to the lake to fish but it was really windy and cold so it didn't last long. They didn't care, though, they just had a great time being outdoors.

Pioneer Day

So, I had this post all written up and ready to publish, and blogger kicked me out without saving it. Boo. Now I will just post the pictures without commentary because I am too lazy to re-write the whole thing. Enjoy the pics!

Tanner at the parade.

Tyson and Tanner collecting a ton of candy. We were in a prime spot this year!

Eating the cheese curd from the cheese factory.

Plenty of candy and cavities for everyone!

G&G Anderson on the Stake Presidency Float.

We love the 24th of July in our hometown.

Anderson/Styler Reunion

In the middle of July, we went to our reunion at Palisade Natl Park. It was hot! Anthony couldn't come due to work, but there was plenty of good company and other kids to keep my boys occupied. Everyone commented on my boys' white hair, and people were constantly reminding me to put sunscreen on them because they must look like albinos. I remembered to put sunscreen on them, but failed to put any on myself and I got fried. We spent most of our time at the lake. We went out in the canoes, and Tyson even dared to jump in (with his clothes on) off the floating dock. Another canoe trip Tanner leaned over a little to far to touch the water and fell in head first. He was wearing a life jacket, but it still scared him and was probably a little cold. My family thought it was funny how friendly Tyson was with everyone. He made friends with complete strangers, and I would find him off having an in-depth conversation with extended family. What a kid! Tanner spent a bit of time just laying on the benches under the pavilion. I think the metal felt cold on his skin after the sun drained him of energy.

The boys loved playing in the water and tried to catch the little fish that swim close to the shore. Grandpa Max was so good to get knee-deep in the lake to help catch fish.

Playing on the beach.
Caleb and Tyson in the kayak.

Every year uncle Jack sets up a snow cone machine for kids and adults alike. It was one thing we could do to help cool us off. On Saturday we rented a paddle boat for the morning and the kids liked it but the adults got tired of paddling it. It is hard work. The best part for me was getting to see cousins that I only get to see once a year, if that, and catching up on every one's busy lives. Can't wait for next year!