Beautiful Hawaii

We were very fortunate to spend two weeks in Hawaii with Jason's parents. We had a great time... what's not to love though... beautiful beaches and warm weather! We spent the first six days on Oahu, then four days in Kauai, and the rest back in Oahu. Kauai was amazing. We decided since we may not get back there for a long time, it may be a good opportunity to take a helicopter tour so we could really see all of the island, since the majority of it in inaccessible any other way. It was definitely worth it... lush green mountain peaks surrounded by the bluest water I've ever seen. The tour took us to a few movie sights as well-- including the scene in Jurassic Park when they first get to the island and fly to the waterfall-- it was so cool to see firsthand. We spent most of our time at the beach though... it's fun and it's free!

Jack was so funny-- he LOVED the water... he'd splash and splash and then lick the salt water off his lips, pulling a funny face. My mom and I were so happy he liked the ocean since it was such a big part of our own childhood days. We also decided that we would get into watching the T.V. show LOST while we were there since it's filmed on Oahu and then visit a few filming locations (we loved it btw-- if anyone is wanting to get into it we'd recommend it). We had so much fun and feel very blessed to have been able to go to such a beautiful place. We've been traveling every single weekend for over a month now, so it's really nice to be home. Thanks Mark and Candy for having us and showing us a great time. Love you all!!

Seattle and Cincinnati

We arrived home from Cincinnati yesterday after visiting the Law School. The weekend before we went to Seattle to visit that Law School... decisions... decisions.

We have a lot going on right now with trying to choose between these two schools. It seems pretty clear cut-- Seattle, right?? Beautiful, closer... but unfortunately it's not that easy. Cincinnati is ranked quite a bit higher, statistically the job opportunities post school are better and they've been around for almost over 170 years! However, there is always a pretty good chance you could end up in the state (or near the state) you finished school in so we'd rather end up in Seattle. However, Cincinnati may have more connections and cost of living is cheaper! :) Needless to say... we've got our hands full. To throw a little more stuff in the mix we are still on the waiting list for BYU and Arizona. BYU has been known to let people know they're in the day before school starts! So... stay tuned... hopefully we'll know sooner than later. This whole experience has made us so grateful that we get to pray to Heavenly Father for help. We're glad we're not having to do this on our own.

One more thing... Jack was seriously an ANGEL on both trips. He was so good on all four plane rides and was so patient in the car while we searched and searched for places to live. He is seriously the best little boy. Not sure how I got him and I have a feeling it won't last :) But we'll enjoy it for now.

We stayed with Jason's sister (Jessica) and her husband (Trevor) while in Seattle. They were so awesome and showed us all around Seattle, the Law School and took us apartment shopping. Thanks so much you guys!

This was a beautiful, tree covered trail that is right behind their apartment... it takes you to this awesome grove and park (below)

Jack-- hanging out while we're checking out the Law School in Seattle... in his Seattle Rain Gear!

This is the University of Cincinnati. It's really a neat campus.

There were a lot of scary areas in Cincinnati but there was also a lot of cool ones. We found this beautiful old town home for rent in a place called Marimont. All of the streets were lined with huge, old oak trees and it was just such a cool area.

How cute is he! He's sitting up all by himself now. This was after being in the car all day long too.

Easter in California!

Clay, Kenna, Jason, Nick, Mae, and Shelbs at Six Flags!

Jason and Shelb-- gearing up for a bike ride

Our little family

Lex and his beautiful smore...Mmmmm!

Beach time

Shelby, Mae, Elle, Nick and Trudy enjoying the sun

Doesn't he look so cute!?

Easter time!

Ok, I know he's mine but isn't he is so cute in his little Easter outfit!?

Jack, me, and McKenna

We had such a blast in sunny CALIFORNIA this last week!! We went to Six Flags, rode bikes down to the beach where we had a bbq and smores, went shopping at H&M, and ate amazing food-- homemade pesto, flank steak, cookies, scones and cinnamon roles... needless to say, I'm on a major diet now ;)

Jack enjoyed his first Easter (he looked soooo cute in his Easter outfit...thanks mom for getting it for him) and also his first trip to the beach. It was so funny to see him in his swimming trunks, rash guard, flip flops and hat... people were pointing and saying, "oh he is so cute" (I'm a proud mama). We drove to Cali and he didn't cry at all there or back... 13 hours each way!! Jason enjoyed driving my uncles new BMW down windy roads and throwing everyone in the freezing cold pool and we all enjoyed being with great friends and family.

Thanks so much Trudy and Lex for letting our little family tag a long and thanks a ton Trudy for watching Jack for us while we went to Six Flags. Thanks Arch, Kiley and family for letting all of us stay at your beautiful home and for your help with Jack.

We want to come back soon!!