San Diego (Beach)

Our fun trip included a brief stop at the beach. I was impressed with Cassidy and Mckay and their lack of fear in playing in the Ocean.

San Diego Trip (Sea World)

We have recently returned from a fun filled trip to San Diego and Sea World. Thanks to Lisi's family for such a wonderful time.

Scottish Festival and Highland Games

Attending the annual Scottish Festival and Highland games has become somewhat of a tradition in my family, and not just because the Caber toss is awesome. My younger brother Grant and younger Sister Camille are participants. My brother, a member of the Salt Lake Scots bagpipe band competes individually and with the band. My sister is a Dancer. It was a soggy festival this year, but it didn't stop us from having a good time.

Guess what happened today.....

The Ensign's occasionally like to play guessing games.
If you would like to join our family game today,
then guess what this is.........

Here is a clue, clue.............
What did Cassidy do while Dad was at work today?
What was so funny, that though Mom should have been really mad she couldn't help but laugh?

This is something that Cassidy calls the "Magic Dancing Leopard"
She got the idea from a sticker from Grandma's house. Grandma gave her a sticker of a leopard, then decided she needed to be one. Thanks mom!

Cassidy's performance of the "Magic Dancing Leopard"

Toy Story 3

Still a year away, and we are already getting excited for it.

Cassidy and Mckay start "Germnastics"

"JUMP ON GYMNASTICS"

Cassidy and Mckay began attending their once-a-week gymnastics class. However, if you ask Cassidy where she goes on Monday mornings she will tell you "germnastics."


They were divided up into small groups according to age and went through various activities. Though both were a little shy at first, they warmed up quickly.



The instructor complimented Cassidy on her strong "Soldier Arms."



Mckay was having fun just "hanging out" upside-down.

Items to notice in Mckay's clip:

1. He follows instructions and walks on his toes.
2. He doesn't want help jumping off the beam.
3. He has to leave his group and run across the room to tell his Dad what a great job he had done.

Item to notice in Cassidy's clip:

1. The instructions were to "vault over" the brick wall..... NOT MY KID!
2. The instructor kindly comments after "wow, that was amazing."

Preschool Graduation

Cassidy (4) and Mckay (2)

Together at the conclusion of their most recent Preschool Graduation.

"R. E. D. that spells Red"

Helmet

Dad: Mckay it is time to eat your dinner.
Mckay: I don't want to.
Dad: Mckay you need to eat your dinner so you can get strong.
Mckay: I want my helmet.
Dad: You want your helmet?
Mckay: Yeah.
Dad: If I let you wear your helmet will you eat your dinner?
Mckay: Yeah.
Dad: Deal!

Cassidy's First Dance Recital

Sweet and Savy Dance Studios

presents

"True to your Heart"

"Hey You" and "I am a dinosaur"

"Nobody Does it Better" and "I want to be a Dancer"

Cassidy did a wonderful job onstage. We want to thank all of the family that attended and cheered her on, and all of those that wished they could have been there. I am sure she will be happy to repeat any dance upon request...or without a request.

Cassidy is located in the middle.

Chalk Time

This Christmas gift has been sitting in our garage and waiting for a warm day for us to take it out of the box, and today was that day! After spending what seemed like an eternity to get the thing inflated, the kids enjoyed coloring outside while I mowed the lawn.

A New Memorial Day Memory

Left to right;(Brother) Grant, (Brother-in-law) Taft, (Brother) Tanner, Myself,

(Grandfather) M. Dale, (Father) Eric, (Brother) Mckay, (Brother) Hunter.

Memorial Day 2009!

Yesterday morning I had the opportunity to play a little golf with members of my family. Most importantly, it was yet another opportunity to play some golf with my grandfather (red shirt), who at age 82 continues to get out and swing the clubs with us. We wanted to take the opportunity to play a round with him, before he leaves to serve another mission. This time to serve in the Temple in Sweden. He continues to serve as an example of service.

However, playing golf with my family must always include some friendly competition. I don't want to boast, but the photo of the winning two-man scramble team is shown below.