No Fire Needed.

I cannot wait for Summer.  It has been so nice enjoying our yard and being out late with the kiddos playing just as the evening is cooling off. The other day I was thinking about camping and you can't think of camping without S'mores.  One of  Brayden's favorite summertime treats, mine as well. Roasting the perfect marshmallow over hot coals. We didn't have a campfire but wanted a ooey gooey treat!  I made some smore bars...a little bit of heaven even if you don't have a fire going.  They are the next best thing.

S'mores = Summer

Cannot wait for a wonderful summer FULL of activities and many more S'mores!

If  you are craving some summer at all, here is the recipe.

Ingredients

Crust:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
• Pinch fine salt

Brownie:

• 1 Package brownie mix

Topping:

• 2 cups large marshmallows
• As many Hershey Bars as you would like!

Directions

For the crust: Crush the graham crackers into a fine crumb. Press the crumb mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan.Pour melted butter over, press again into pan.  Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the brownie mix. 

Pour batter into the prepared pan over graham crust. Bake until the top is crispy and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean, with a few crumbs, about 40 to 45 minutes.

Remove from the oven and carefully position a rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat on low. Layer marshmallows across the top and toast under the broiler until golden, (keep an eye on it, it can go quick), about 2 minutes. Cool on a rack, while still warm break up Hershey bars and arrange on top. Cut into 12 (2-inch) squares.

Enjoy the gooey love!

Soccer Star.

 Handsome little guy...GO Brayden!

Brayden loves soccer. He has been playing this spring and is doing so well, improving all the time! It is a riot watching him run after the ball, his little arms just swinging back and forth so hard. Every game he gets in the car.."Mom, but I really want to score a goal." he is so determined. He has enjoyed practicing with Dad at our little park. Our soccer star...we are looking forward to another season!

Moab.

This past weekend we went on a little getaway.

Moab, Ut.

It is beautiful there. I have never been and I am so glad I did.

We had such a great time with our little family and some friends of ours. Yummy food, good laughs, great weather, fun memories and fun people.

The boys had a blast. Non-stop entertainment. Total BOY trip.

We were able to spend one day on a slick rock trail, fully equipped in the Rhino. Greyson strapped in his carseat. He was so good. Did not even make a peep the entire time! He was just enjoying the "ride".

Brayden LOVED it. We ALL know this goes without saying. He was super excited and even a couple sketchy climbs was squealing saying, "this is kinda dangerous."(while grinning ear to ear)

 It was so much fun! This vintage classic was owned by the family we went down with. Baby Blue Dodge Truck. Brayden and his little bud Bridger went for a ride down the crazy Main street to wave at all the people lined up. They gave the occasional "beep.beep." they would all cheer and clap and wouldn't you know it was all boyish shy grins. Ear to Ear. 

That night we drove to Main street where vintage cars dragged the streets all night long. We brought our chairs along, the street was packed with people and we watched in amazement at all the incredible cars, all while enjoying an ice cream.

The next day was filled with fun, we went into Arches which was beautiful!! Took in a car show and spent the afternoon swimming and soaking up some warm sunshine. 

  

Needless to say my boys FINALLY wore out by the time we were headed home.

  It was a great trip. Good to get away.

Roomies.

My boys are Roomies.
Well, they will be very soon. I wanted to get the boys situated before our new bundle arrives. So a room re-do was in order.
BUNKS! This was also part of Brayden's birthday present as well.
He is thrilled to have the "top bunk". And, occasionally I will catch him just hangin' out up there. It is so cute.
Greyson was equally excited! He would climb up on his bed, kick his feet back and forth and just grin.
Even though this project is not totally finished, there are still a few things I had in mind to do...But a good start anyway.

 The gas can was my Pop-Pop's..really old and rusted. love it.

My boys. Roomies. So fun.

5.

My baby is 5.
Where has the time gone?  I am so proud, blessed and honored to have this little boy in my life.   He has brought so much joy into all of our lives. Children are the greatest blessing!  It IS what life is about.


Brayden growing by leaps and bounds.  Kindergarten this fall. WHAT?! His is so smart and asks  a lot of questions which is a good thing.  He has a kind, soft heart.  A pure sweet soul.
I love him more then life itself.  I have been so emotional about this birthday, it is truly a milestone.  I am grateful everyday for him.  
He looked in the mirror and said, "yep, I am 5 now...I am really tall."


The BIG 5.
So, to celebrate he wanted an Army party.  Hoo-RAH!!
It was fun to put together and have some of his friends over.  Just a taste of more parties in the future! And, I was so thankful the weather held out, it ended up being a beautiful day!
 Thanks to all of our family and friends for making his day extra special.