Labor Day Festivities

So, 2 days after our hike to Secret Lake, Ryan headed off to China and the kids and I stayed with my parents. A week later, on Labor day we got together with some of my fam and headed to Payson Lakes.

My Dad brought his new kayak out for the first time and was more than a little thrilled.

The kayak was in use the entire time. Hayden looks petrified, but actually really enjoyed it. We all brought lunches, set up the camping chairs, laid out a few blankets and enjoyed the day. The weather was glorious. It really was the perfect outing. It only could have been better if Ryan were there.

This poor little dude was missing a nap, and we found out later that he had an ear infection. But once he was loosed from the stroller, you wouldn't know it. He had fun exploring and being the center of attention for a bit.

When the kids weren't taking their turn on the kayak, they had fun exploring and playing in the nasty, muddy water. Some got a little more muddy than others. Poor Brynli!



My nephew, Damon, bet his dad that he could catch a fish with his sticks. Aaron bet him $20 he couldn't. Damon headed off to catch his fish. A while later, he came back with this, and was ready for his money!! It turns out some fishermen took pity on him and gave him one of their fish. It had us all laughing...

After the fun at the lake, we headed over to Natalie's house for a BBQ with Ryan's family. The kids enjoyed even more play time with even more cousins and I enjoyed the great food. The further we got into the trip the fewer pictures I took. So, no pictures from the BBQ, but a great time was had and this was another night when we all crashed into bed!