Behind on blogging AGAIN....

It's been a few months since I added anything to the blog. I am behind, yet again, feeling like this is the story of my life. I have added pictures of things that happened the first half of the year but hope to get caught up soon. I enjoy viewing everyone's blogs and am trying my hardest to keep on top of everything. Sometimes I tell myself if I don't take pictures, I won't have to scrapbook and blog about it. I don't think I have pictures from my childhood of every birthday, holiday and special occasion but know my kids will appreciate my diligence later in life. They love looking back on their scrapbooks. Bailey, who is now 5 1/2, asked me the other day where her book was. That tells me how long it has been since I have done scrapbooking. This is the main reason for the blog. To help me remember a little bit about all these pictures I have taken when I finally make time to catch up on the books. Wishful thinking..... :)

Swimming Pool 2010

We have lived in St. George 8+ years. Ever since we moved here, we have talked about adding a swimming pool to our backyard. We had the space to do it but kept waiting not wanting to take the "plunge". This past spring, we decided to make it happen. We have enjoyed using it every day. It was interesting to watch so I took pictures of the step by step process.

The hole (8 feet deep on the far side)

Laying the plumbing & electrical pipes (hot tub in corner)

Adding the rebar....

Spraying the gunnite. This was fun to watch.

The gunnite would get sprayed on in big globs for the stairs and then they would go back and smooth it out. The globs turned into stairs and seating.

The gunnite had to cure for a couple of weeks.

During that time, the tile was placed and the cement around the pool was poured.

The forms for the edges of the pool were made out of styrofoam.

Filling the pool.....

I didn't get any pictures of them plastering the pool but it did get done.

Once the plaster was finished, the water was immediately added.

They started with a hose from the house but soon after, a fire hose was hooked

up to the hydrant across the street and the pool was filled in a few hours.

The finished product

Enjoying....... :)

(Jared photographer)

Orchestra Disneyland Trip 2010

Kelsee has been in orchestra since 6th grade. She plays the violin. This past spring, her school had the opportunity to perform at Disneyland. They also were able to go behind the scenes and take part in a recording session. Their music was recorded and then merged with a scene from a disney movie. It was an amazing experience for the kids.

Then the rest of the time was just for fun. Kelsee loves roller coasters and scary rides. I remember as a young child, she was afraid of most any ride. The first time we took her down splash mountain she got off the ride and scolded us. She informed us she would never go on that ride again. It's hard to believe that is the same kid.