The Beach!!!

 It was finally hot enough to go to the beach and get in the water. We still didn't get in all the way but it was so nice to just hang out at the beach and feel the breeze.

 We even tried to let Paige in on the action. She didn't really know what to think about standing in the ocean.

 Here's to living in Oregon!

Summer Hobbies

 This summer Karl has really gotten in to fishing. Sometimes Paige and I join him but I feel like we just kind of pull him down. We don't do too well if we are gone for very long. But one time he took us to this one fishing spot that I like to refer to as "The Beautiful Place". It is just gorgeous. The picture really doesn't do it justice. There are two rivers coming together with waterfalls and are lined with tree corridors. It took my breath away. I love living in such a beautiful place. You all should come visit so you can see it in person.

Here is Karl fishing. The other day he hooked two big salmon. Unfortunately he didn't get them in all the way. That is what happens when you don't listen to your wife and are left without a net. :) But he is really starting to get a hang of it so I am sure he will get one soon.

I have really been getting into crochet. I already posted some of the hats I have made. My latest project was sandals. I found this on Pinterest but it was one of those patterns you have to buy. I don't do that. There are so many free patterns available that I have a hard time paying for one. So instead I printed out the picture and tried to figure it out myself. I know my picture isn't very clear but there is original picture and then my attempt.

I think I did pretty good for not really having a pattern. Next time I will make a few changes and they will look even better. Next project: Rain boots.

Nevada Trip

 After the blessing in Utah it was back to Nevada to spend time with my family. It was so cute to watch everyone with Paige. She is one spoiled little girl. She was hardly ever put down.

 I love watching Paige sleep. She loves to stretch and it is just adorable. So is her giraffe friend from Auntie Nat.

 Nat was loving picking out Paige's outfits. She apparently is pretty good at convincing Grandma to buy the baby new clothes. I'm not complaining. :)

 And what else do you do when it is 110 degrees outside? Hang out in the pool of course.

Paige was pretty at easy in the water. She loves her baths and loved the pool as well. Watching the Olympics right now is putting some ideas in my head. How early is too early to start swim lessons?