The next amazing installment in Laura's series of child-delighting cake designs is this beauty. Absolutely delicious, except the doll was a little chewy.

Bowling

There is just so long that you can resist the lure of a bowling alley in your neighbourhood. Charlie, Grace and Rich had a great time and all of them cracked the magical 50. No need for lessons with such innate talent. We won't mention the three warnings we had from the manager for bouncing balls and sliding on our tummies down the lane.

Waiting for the Mailman

Laura likes to buy things on Amazon and has even made some successful forays into the world of Ebay. Here she is waiting for one of her bargains to be delivered.

Little Cottonwood River

Charlie and Rich had an adventure in late July in the Little Cottonwood Canyon. We found a beautiful river with icy cold water. Very refreshing to dunk your head into after some hot hiking.

Camping

Rich's Birthday

Rich's love of camping is unquestioned. So to celebrate his 40th we all packed up the van and headed for Spruces' camping ground in Big Cottonwood Canyon, 45 minutes from home. We had a fun time.

Where's Josie?

Towel-heads

Grace and Jane making themselves bootiful.

Family Portrait

This was taken on Charlie's birthday, at This is the Place Heritage Park.

Two Blowing Out Candles Ceremonies

When you're seven you get to blow out candles on cupcakes and a Bionicle Mask cake.

American Frontier Classroom - circa 1865

First time in the saddle

This is the Place Heritage Park

Here we are at 'This is the Place' Heritage Park in Salt Lake City. Our good friends Joe and Leslie took Charlie (and his family) for his birthday. The petting corral was a big hit.

Hi there!

Artists in residence

Off to Church

Do you know how long it takes to get your hair just right? It's exhausting.

Laura and Grace

Three Wee Gels

Happy Birthday Jane!

Jane is Two