They can see clearly now...

After complaining of headaches for the last few weeks, we decided to take Joshua to the eye doctor. As long as we were at it I made an apt for Jacob. Turns out both boys have the EXACT same prescription. Both are near-sighted and both needed glasses. I apologize here and now for passing on my eyes. However, I think the realities of being able to see clearly are sinking in. Joshua is very reluctant about the whole thing and Jacob can't wait to show them off at school tomorrow. I must toot our own horns here and say I think they both look great!

Oops, a few more vacation pictures

This just cracked us up. Waterton was so exhausting. We rarely stopped and I think this picture says it all.

Samuel and Uncle Steve enjoying ice cream in front of our hotel room in Waterton.

This is the "bunk room" at Grandma and PopPop's house. Jody and I went into check on the sleeping angels and discovered Tanner fast asleep on top of Jacob. Both boys are sound asleep (even though Jacob's eyes are open, trust me, he's asleep) but Jacob is realizing there is something not quite right :-).

Last of the Utah pictures

Backyard bbq at Grandpa Green's

Jacob loved the smores

Jack loved everything

Olivia, Grandpa and Aunt Bethany

Great Grandma Green
This was at a Green family reunion on July 3. When Samuel saw Grandma walking in he was pretty convinced that she needed help with her walker. He "helped" her all the way to the table.

Waterton International Peace Park - Alberta, Canada

This is my attempt to share some of our trip to Waterton in July. Quite literally this doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of the pictures. Between all five families there were over 2500 pictures taken. Anyway, here's a taste.

Cameron Falls

Red Rock Canyon
The Red Rock Crawl, as it's called at my families reunion, is a tried a true tradition. I love it! I must explain that the water in this part of the world is glacier fed and REALLY cold. But we Johansens love it anyway. Crawling up this canyon, and through and around the river that made it, is an adventure for even the bravest souls. The goal is to stay dry as long as possible. However, the canyon continues to deepen the further up you go. There are natural water slides that drop you into deep pools of freezing water - but it's great anyway.

At the starting point of the canyon. Adam is in the orange hat holding Andrew's hand and carrying Samuel.

This picture is from a bridge overhead. It was right about here that Joshua and Jacob decided they were done. They didn't get the memo about staying dry and were almost blue.

My nephew Spencer braving one of the water slides.

Bear's Hump
This is the view from one of the many hikes that are available. The town below is Waterton and you can see the whole thing from up there.

The view on a sunny day

Uncle Ben and Aunt Alicia took this crew up Bear's Hump. It was the first break in the rain for 2 days and everyone was itching for some activity.

Wagon is the preferred mode of transportation. My sister brought her wagon and PopPop bought a wagon which he assembled when we got there. One of the highlights for a few of the grandkids (Samuel and Camille) was helping Pop put it together.

My family (Jennie's) - We were a small portion of the 247 Johansen cousins present at the reunion.

Oquirrh Mountain Temple Open House - July 3

We decided we couldn't miss the opportunity to attend a temple open house. Natalie and Megan joined our family and Catherine was very brave and brought Lucy and Jack along. I believe that's where the name "Andrucy" was born and we had to keep calling Andrew and Lucy back into line. Fortunatley, it was a very crowded day and we didn't have to worry about spoiling the reverence for anyone.

Joshua lost a tooth - hence the tissue.

We had a long wait.

Summer Fun

There is absolutely no way I can totally catch up on all the summer stuff. Instead of curling up somewhere and ignoring it completely I'll do what I can.

This at Salem Park (I have no idea what it's really called). Anyway, can't you just hear Andrew, Jack and Samuel saying, "Don't worry, I won't get wet."

Monkeys!

On Grandpa's swing after a fun water fight - I think this was base.

The brave and mighty Sir Jack has slayed the monstrous Jacob.

Andrew and Lucy

This was at one of the lakes up Payson Canyon. The children are running as fast as they can out of the water because it was REALLY cold. In reality, they all did submerge themselves in order to maintain Polar Plunge status.

Grandpa's hot tub

Playing Catch Up

So, the results of the Pinewood Derby - fun!! Joshua placed 2nd in Cub Scout division and everyone else had a great time. These people are serious about their derby.